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AgencyState Police, Division of

TitleForensic Scientist 4 - CODIS Administrator – Biological Sciences

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue

Building 30

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Duties Description Responsible for the operations of the combined DNA Index System (CODIS) within the Biological Sciences section. Duties may include determining DNA profile eligibility, profile entry/searching and managing CODIS associations.

Communicate with the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), as well as other CODIS Laboratories at the State and National levels regarding CODIS associations, dispositioning and subsequently providing notifications to law enforcement agencies.

Administer the Laboratory’s CODIS network in accordance with all applicable State and/or Federal laws and NDIS operational procedures, ensuring the quality and security of the DNA profile data stored in CODIS.

Authority to terminate a CODIS User’s or the Laboratory’s participation in CODIS in the event of a problem, until the reliability of the computer data can be ensured.

Maintain understanding of the NYSP Crime Laboratory’s quality procedures, Biological Science section technical and quality procedures and CODIS procedures.

Complete all required CODIS computer trainings and attend (when selected) annual
CODIS conferences.

Responsible for oversight of CODIS computer training for Staff.

Serve as a resource person for Biological Science Staff, Investigators, Evidence Technicians, and other law enforcement personnel.

Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s Degree in areas related to biology, chemistry or forensic science. A degree in forensic science must include a concentration in biology or chemistry, to include laboratory work with an emphasis on upper-level coursework in chemistry, biology or other natural/physical sciences. All transcripts will be reviewed to determine eligibility.

AND

Must have successfully completed a minimum of 12 credit hours in a combination of graduate and undergraduate course work covering the subject areas of biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology, as well as statistics and/or population genetics as it applies to forensic DNA analysis.

AND

A minimum of six years satisfactory experience performing the duties of a Forensic Scientist or its equivalent in another forensic laboratory.

OR

A Master’s Degree in areas related to biology, chemistry, forensic science or computer science may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Preference may be given to candidates possessing:

Working knowledge and/or experience with computer hardware/software, networks, and database management, with an understanding of applications to DNA technology.

Current or previously qualified DNA analyst status, with documented mixture interpretation training.

Minimum qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

Additional Comments Resumes will be evaluated to determine whether candidates will proceed to the interview phase of the process.

The New York State Police values a diverse and inclusive workforce where the unique skills of all employees are valued in support of the mission of the Division. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without the regard to age, race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The New York State Police is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that accept all applications from a wide range of candidates.

The New York State Police complies with federal and state laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with the disabilities and/or sincerely held religious belief. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Division Personnel Office at (518) 457-3840 or personnel@troopers.ny.gov.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Mr. Christopher Siciliano, Director of Human Resources

Telephone 518-457-3840

Fax

Email Address Personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov

Address

Street 1220 Washington Avenue

Building 22

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Notes on ApplyingKindly submit a cover letter, complete resume, and transcripts via Email to personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov
Place in the Subject line: FS4 – CODIS Administrator