Forensic Specialist Toxicology Unit 2026-02062

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

The State of Wyoming's Division of Criminal Investigation seeks a Forensic Specialist for the Toxicology Unit. The role handles laboratory evidence, performs examinations, and prepares reports for use in investigations and court proceedings.

Preferred candidates hold a science degree with 0–2 years in forensic crime lab; strong knowledge of toxicology and lab techniques is expected. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science; 0–2 years in forensic crime lab preferred.
• 3–5 years progressive forensic experience acceptable as substitution.

Responsibilities

• Performs examinations on evidence leading to forensic conclusions for legal use.
• Prepares written reports of forensic analysis and conclusions.
• Examination, identification, and comparison of evidence in various crimes.
• May testify as an expert witness and provide guidance as needed.
• Conducts field crime scene work to gather and analyze evidence.

Skills

Lab techniques

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Forensic knowledge

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Quality control procedures

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Division of Criminal Investigation, under the Attorney General's Office, seeks qualified applicants for the Forensic Specialist position in the Toxicology Unit. This family of positions includes those responsible for handling the physical evidence of a crime in a laboratory setting for agencies of the State of Wyoming. Under general supervision, these positions are responsible for performing specific forensic examinations supporting ongoing criminal investigations, creating written reports outlining those examinations, and presenting the results in court as necessary. In addition, these positions may have some input into setting a budget and ensuring project goals are achieved.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres / 307-777-7130 / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs examinations on evidence leading to forensic conclusions for use in legal proceedings in all types of cases.
• Prepares written reports of forensic analysis and conclusions for use in legal proceedings.
• Examination, identification, and comparison of evidence and/or investigation of various types of crimes.
• Conducts routine examination and/or investigation under direct supervision.
• Demonstrates effective use of case management to meet the case and/or court deadlines.
• May provide expert forensic guidance and advice to judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys to prepare exploratory questions for witnesses.
• May participate in quality control and quality assurance checks on chemicals, standards, and quality-affecting materials used in the respective units.
• Perform technical and/or administrative reviews on reports generated by other Unit personnel.
• May perform technical review and confirmation of identifications and associations on reports in multiple sub-disciplines.
• May testify as an expert witness.
• Conduct field crime scene work to gather and analyze evidence.

PREFERENCES

Preference may be given to candidates with a degree in Chemistry, Toxicology or other physical sciences plus 0-2 years of progressive work experience in a forensic laboratory.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the general theory and application of toxicology.
• Knowledge of forensic laboratory analysis techniques and applications.
• Knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment, and materials used in forensic toxicology analysis and their limitations.
• Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation.
• Knowledge of criminal law.
• Knowledge of the theory and application of forensic sciences, statistics, and evidence preservation processes relates to modern forensic laboratory techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of research or investigative techniques and controls, which limit or expand the significance of the findings.
• Knowledge of the impact of work and testing performed in compliance with accreditation and state/federal regulations.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, with emphasis on those procedures associated with the handling of biohazardous materials.
• Skill in laboratory techniques.
• Skill in explaining scientific procedures and results to a layperson in understandable terms.
• Skill in recording and maintaining detailed records.
• Skill in maintaining confidentiality in all aspects of work.
• Skill in maintaining a good rapport with criminal justice personnel and fellow employees.
• Skill in working with others to achieve common goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor'sDegree (typically in Science)
• Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience in (Forensic Crime) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Forensic Evidence Technician
• OR
• Education & ExperienceSubstitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience in (Forensic Crime) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Forensic Evidence Technician
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Subject to being on-call 24/7 for the response to field crime scenes.

NOTES

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• A valid driver's license may be required.
• Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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