CRIME ANALYST I

Job Description and Duties Under the general supervision of a Criminalist Manager or Criminalist Supervisor, the CA I is responsible for establishing and coordinating the operations of the laboratory’s evidence control system. The CA I utilizes various law enforcement database systems to perform technical and analytical duties for the Bureau of Forensic Services (BFS or Bureau). Duties include: receiving and evaluating the submission of case evidence; reviewing, processing and researching associated case information; establishing and ensuring the accuracy of the chain of custody for each submitted evidence item; monitoring and maintaining the laboratory’s evidence storage areas; and processing property information. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • A fingerprint check will be required. • The position(s) requires incumbents pass a Background Investigation prior to being hired. The Background Investigation may include Criminal Background and a review of any governmental records. • The position(s) requires incumbents pass a Drug Screening Test. You will be required to take and pass the drug screening test prior to being hired. • The position(s) requires incumbents pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Knowledge of: The structure and content of the English language for oral and written communication; databases used to maintain information; policies regarding record management and access; and computer applications such as word processing and presentation software. Ability to: Follow directions given by supervisors; navigate and collect information from a variety of databases; analyze and evaluate information; listen and communicate orally to gather and convey information; understand and interpret written material; attend to details in written and oral communication; and conduct oneself in a professional manner and with discretion when dealing with sensitive/confidential information. Statement of Qualifications In a 1-2 page written narrative (i.e., essay format, no lists or bullets), please address the following questions. Please address each question individually and clearly label (e.g., “Question 1”, “Question 2”, “Question 3”) which question you are responding to in your submission. Please note that failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications and/or failure to follow the specific instructions noted above may result in disqualification from the hiring process. Question 1: Describe your experience (e.g., length, depth, and breadth) providing effective communication to others. Identify specific positions within your application where you gained and refined the communication skills necessary to successfully fulfill your roles and responsibilities. Question 2: Describe your amount of experience (e.g., length, depth, breadth) using Microsoft Excel, as well as any additional database experience you may have. In your response, a) expand on specific positions listed in your application in which you used Microsoft Excel and b) describe specific tasks you performed that demonstrate your proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Please also describe your proficiency using other databases you have experience with. Question 3: Describe your experience with task management. In your response, identify specific positions in your application in which you demonstrated commitment to completing tasks, assignments, or projects. Explain how you proactively monitored progress and ensured important deadlines were met.