CRIME ANALYST I

State of California; California; Sur place; USD 44 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of California in Sacramento is seeking a Crime Analyst I to establish and coordinate the laboratory’s evidence control system. The role involves using law enforcement databases to perform technical and analytical duties, receiving and evaluating case submissions, and ensuring chain of custody accuracy for each item.

The position requires a background investigation, drug screening, and medical evaluation. It is a permanent, full‑time assignment with an 8am–5pm shift and in‑office telework.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Description du poste

$3,984.00 - $6,236.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CRIME ANALYST I

CRIME ANALYST I $3,984.00 - $5,193.00A $4,740.00 - $6,236.00B New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location:

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: 8am-5pm

Work Week: Monday-Friday

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Forensic Services, Toxicology Laboratory in Sacramento.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov .

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

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.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Kerry Hoefling
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.