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Forensic Scientist - Latent Prints - Olathe Kansas
Company: Johnson County Government
Location: Olathe, Kansas
Posted On: 01/27/2025
Forensic Scientist - Latent Prints
Location
US-KS-Olathe
ID
2025-2759
Category
Public Safety
Benefits Category
Full Time - Regular (Full Benefits)
Remote
No
Salary Min
USD $32.23/Hr.
Salary Max
USD $48.35/Hr.
Organizational Unit
Sheriff
Work Schedule
Work Schedule: 40 hours Monday-Friday. Flexibility in start times and length of workdays (up to 12 hours) is available.
Driving Status
Intermediate (5%-25%)
Overview
A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you're searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!
Job Description
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office Criminalistics Laboratory is seeking qualified applicants to fill one Forensic Scientist position in our Latent Prints Section. The major duties of this position include but are not limited to: Processing simple to highly complex crime scenes for evidence collection, processing, preservation, and packaging using various forms of photography, 3D laser scanning, chemical testing, visual inspection, and various manual techniques.Examining developed latent prints utilizing the ACE-V process.Processing evidence, utilizing various chemical and physical methods, to develop latent prints.Utilize local and national finger/palm print databases.Perform technical and administrative review of case data.Document and perform casework duties in accordance with laboratory procedures with minimal errors and no patterns of deficiencies.Participate in training, competency testing, and proficiency testing according to established protocols.Performs maintenance, and complex troubleshooting of equipment, and software to ensure the integrity of testing.Rigorously follow all safety manuals, standard operating procedures, and quality assurance/quality control procedures.Perform quality assurance/quality control procedures of reagents, equipment, and instrumentation as necessary.Assist in ensuring conformance to laboratory accreditation standards.Attend continuing education/training courses, workshops, seminars, conferences, and professional meetings as time and resources allow.Participate in method validation/verification studies as needed.Presenting information regarding crime scene processing and evidence collection techniques to law enforcement and/or citizens. Provide expert testimony in courts of law as required. This position will be hired as a Forensic Scientist or Senior Forensic Scientist based upon qualifications and experience. The 2025 salary ranges, minimum Forensic Scientist to maximum Senior Forensic Scientist, are $29.44 - $48.35 ($61,235 - $100,568 annualized). Work Schedule: 40 hours Monday-Friday. Flexibility in start times and length of workdays (up to 12 hours) is available.
Job Requirements
Educational requirementsGraduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a bachelor's or advanced degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science, forensic science, or other relevant field.Experience Requirements |
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