State of South Carolina Hiring for Forensic Technician I – Toxicology at Columbia, SC Full Time

General Responsibilities

To perform level I analysis for the cases submitted to the Toxicology Department. To provide administrative and technical support to the Forensic Scientists in the State Law Enforcement Division’s Toxicology Department.

Specific Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate inventory of reagents, supplies, instruments, evidence and certificates of analysis.
• Proficiently perform basic toxicological measurements to include blood volatiles and drug screen analysis (level I analysis). Able to effectively testify to the analytical methods and quality control measures required for analysis. Maintain associated instrument logs and records.
• Assist with ordering supplies and reagents.
• Assist with safety checks and record keeping throughout the laboratory.
• Assist Forensic Scientists in the preparation and accountability of evidence by performing inventory and photo documentation of evidence.
• Assist with transport of evidence between the department and Evidence Control.
• Assist with laboratory housekeeping duties such as biohazardous waste and cleaning of glassware.
• Maintain professionalism and contribute effectively to team analysis process and atmosphere.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a related applied science.
• Knowledge of the special precautions required to handle and package biohazardous materials is necessary.
• Must be able to accurately perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must possess accurate typing and computer skills, and effective communication skills.
• Must have the ability to lift items of evidence up to 25 pounds.
• Position may require some overnight travel for court or training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of laboratory practices
• Working knowledge of computerized information systems/Microsoft Office suite.

Additional Comments

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

SLED offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation of yourself may be grounds for disqualification.

Conditional selection based on candidate education, training, experience, oral interviews and clearance of background investigation.