330 ISP FORENSIC SCIENTIST 2 Pocatello 0084 at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Pocatello, Idaho, United States Job Description 330 ISP FORENSIC SCIENTIST 2 Pocatello 0084 Posting Begin Date: 2025/01/06 Posting End Date: 2025/01/20 Category: Forensics Sub Category: Law Enforcement Work Type: Full Time Location: Pocatello, ID, United States Minimum Salary: 25.79 Maximum Salary: 51.92 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Description State of Idaho Opportunity ISP Forensic Scientist - Chemistry Discipline Pocatello, Idaho Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. This announcement is being used to fill a Drug Chemist Forensic Scientist in the Pocatello Laboratory that may also be trained in blood alcohol analysis and breath alcohol instrument calibration. This will either be Forensic Scientist 2 (FS2) or Forensic Scientist 1 (FS1) positions as an underfill. If you are interested in being considered for this position you must apply under this announcement. This is a full-time state position supported by grant funding through the Bureau of Justice Assistance Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program, This limited service full-time position does include State of Idaho benefits that can be reviewed at The FS1 is an entry- level position, which will work under the direct supervision of a more experienced FS2. The incumbent will be certified as an FS2 upon successful completion of a specialized training program and two (2) years experience in the FS1 position (or) demonstration of meeting the minimum qualifications and qualifying work experience of an FS2 and six-month probationary period of 1,040 hours. Pay will be adjusted accordingly at the time the incumbent is certified as an FS2. You must attach your official transcripts to this application by the closing date. Applications without the supporting transcripts will not be accepted. Your detailed resume outlining your education and experience must also be attached to this application by the closing date. DESCRIPTION: FS1: To perform scientific examinations and analyses of evidence samples and/or individual characteristic database samples per current laboratory protocol; learn to employ a range of increasingly technical and complex methods of scientific analysis; maintain the integrity of evidence; develop professional and analytical communication skills; acquire a comprehensive understanding of uses, functions, and limitations of analytical tools; perform routine quality control duties as assigned. FS2: To perform a broad range of complex scientific analyses of evidence samples and/or individual characteristic database samples per current laboratory protocol; maintain the integrity of evidence; testify as an expert witness; provide training for members of law enforcement, attorneys and medical personnel as applicable; perform routine quality control duties as assigned. All Idaho State Police Forensic Laboratories are accredited to the ISO 17025 Standard. State police Forensic Laboratories serve state, local, and federal law enforcement agencies; state and county prosecutors; and public defenders. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ISP FS1: Scientific Analyses + + Employ various methods of scientific analysis to make determinations regarding samples submitted as evidence in criminal cases or for individual characteristic database entry. + Assume responsibility for and maintain the integrity of evidence + Interpret scientific data and ensure validity + Author and issue laboratory reports + Perform technical review and/or technical verification or others work + Maintain established standards of laboratory cleanliness, safety, and efficiency + Perform routine maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment + Maintain specific levels of proficiency and certification in assigned discipline(s) + Demonstrate proficiency through routine proficiency testing + May optionally respond to crime scenes, clandestine laboratories, and autopsies to provide assistance, knowledge and expertise, this may include assistance with recognizing, documenting, and collecting evidence/samples for analysis. If approved for crime scene or clandestine laboratory response must complete the specialized training program associated with approval to respond Training + + Work closely with advanced forensic scientists to complete the discipline specific specialized training program + Acquire new skills and improve techniques, perform scientific analysis per the current laboratory protocol, gain greater knowledge of scientific instrumentation Communication/courtroom testimony + Provide detailed explanations/testimony regarding the methods of analysis performed and communicate and support the results of analysis + Demonstrate concepts and teach cutting-edge technology in courtroom settings + Educate officers, attorneys, and investigators + Instruct in the proper techniques and procedures used to collect, maintain, and submit evidence Administrative duties + Respond to supervisors, technical leaders and headquarters staff for review and planning of programs, policies, manuals, and quality audits + Provide statistical information + Create goals, objectives, and employee development plan Chemistry (controlled substance/fire evidence) + Performs screening and confirmation of drug samples and/or fire evidence utilizing chemical, microscopic and instrumental analyses. + Performs instrumental analysis and interpretation for controlled substances + Authors reports on controlled substance and/or fire debris analyses + Performs technical review of controlled substance and/or fire debris reports + Testifies in court about controlled substance and/or fire debris analysis Blood Alcohol + Performs instrumental analysis and interpretation of blood alcohol or other volatiles + Authors reports on volatiles analyses + Performs technical review of volatiles reports + Testifies in court about alcohol or other volatile analysis Breath Alcohol + Performs breath instrument calibration and trouble shooting + Trains and certifies officers in the methods of performing breath tests for evidentiary use + Understands and can articulate the limitations and significance of breath test results. + Knowledge of pharmacology of alcohol + Authors expert opinion reports + Performs technical review of expert opinion reports + Testifies in court about breath alcohol testing EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ISP FS2: Scientific Analyses + All duties of the FS1 + Conduct complex examinations of evidence and/or individual characteristic database samples + May optionally respond to crime scenes, clandestine laboratories, and autopsies to provide assistance, knowledge and expertise; this may include assistance with recognizing, documenting, and collecting evidence/samples. If approved for crime scene or clandestine laboratory response must complete the specialized training program associated with approval to respond Training + Complete any required training on new techniques or instrumentation + Train Forensic Scientists 1 in the utilization of analytical techniques and methods of scientific analyses utilized in the specific discipline + Train police officers in collection and packaging of evidence + Provide background information training for police officers, attorneys, and general public Communication/courtroom testimony + All duties of the FS1 + Interpret findings for prosecutors and defense attorneys + Prepare attorneys for presentation of expert's findings + Testify as an expert witness in trials and other criminal hearings + Qualified to offer opinions and answer hypothetical questions + Train po To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account