State Police Forensic Scientist 4 DNA - Grade 23

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Salary Information for State Police Forensic Scientist 1
Title Grade Hiring Rate/yr Job Rate/yr
State Police Forensic Scientist 1 14 $52,198 $66,634
State Police Forensic Scientist 2 18 $65,001 $82,656
State Police Forensic Scientist 3 20 $72,032 $91,381
State Police Forensic Scientist 3 DNA 20 $72,032 $91,381
State Police Forensic Scientist 4 23 $84,156 $106,454
State Police Forensic Scientist 4 DNA 23 $84,156 $106,454

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Job Duties

STATE POLICE FORENSIC SCIENTIST 4 DNA:  participates in the training of Forensic Scientists 1 and in-service training of all other levels of Forensic Scientists.  They analyze evidence in exceptionally complex cases; must be an expert in their forensic field, and maintain technical proficiency in and awareness of the latest technical advances.

In addition, as a FORENSIC SCIENTIST 4:  Assigns cases to subordinate Forensic Scientists and will analyze and process evidence in exceptionally difficult cases.  Participates in the training of Forensic Scientists 1 and 2; conducting in-service training of other Forensic Scientists, and periodically conducting training in the latest technical advances in the field of forensics.

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Summary of Minimum Qualifications

Please note: qualifications for this position may be subject to change. If substitutions for education and/or experience are allowed, this information would be available on the announcement.

This title is non-competitive.  No examination is necessary.  However, you must still meet the Minimum Qualifications of the position.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in the Natural or Physical Sciences and a minimum of six years' satisfactory experience performing the duties of a Forensic Scientist or its equivalent in another laboratory.   A Master's Degree in a Natural or Physical Science or Computer Science may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

How to Apply

An examination is not used to fill this title. You must meet the minimum qualifications of the title in order to be considered for this position. You must apply directly to the agency or agencies that have this title.

Mobility Options

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For additional information or clarification of transfer determinations, current State employees should contact the Career Mobility Office at (518) 485-6199 or (800) 553-1322.

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