Job Announcement Description
| Job Title: |
Forensic Evidence Specialist |
| Department: |
Medical Examiner's Office |
SALARY: $2,137.14 per month
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. A resume is required with the application. All applications must be returned in person or by mail. A resume may not be substituted for an application.
Minimum Requirements:
A High School diploma or its equivalent AND One (1) year of general office experience, to include the use of a personal computer. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
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Duties:
- Receives and stores evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies, and other clients.
- Safeguards and maintains the integrity of all evidence and chain of custody in accordance with applicable laws.
- Maintains organization and general cleanliness of evidence and file storage areas.
- Coordinates activity between submitting agencies and the Laboratory in the handling of evidence.
- Acts as an interface between the Laboratory, submitting agencies, and District Attorney’s Office.
- Provides administrative support functions to assist the Director, Laboratory Managers, and Laboratory Staff.
- Appears in court to testify as to the procedures followed during receipt, storage, and transfer of evidence throughout the Laboratory.
- Conducts inventories of all evidence and oversees the release, destruction, and subsequent paperwork of same.
- Archives, maintains, stores, and organizes case folders.
- Performs other related duties as required or requested.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Applicable laws relating to integrity of evidence and chain of custody
- General office practices and procedures including filing, recordkeeping, and use of fax, copier, PC
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Establish effective working relationships with managers, co-workers, outside agencies, and the District Attorney’s Office
- Testify in court as to the procedures followed during receipt, storage, and transfer of evidence
- Pass a security clearance
- Use a personal computer
- Lift and carry 70 pounds
Residency: Must become a resident of Allegheny County within one (1) year of appointment
Veteran's Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
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