ME-Forensic Laboratory Technician

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 31,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Forensic Laboratory Technician in Lafayette County, MS. This full-time position supports the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation with essential forensic analysis and investigations. The role emphasizes accuracy, rigorous lab practices, and careful documentation to uphold safety and justice.

Openings close November 20, 2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time. Salary ranges from $31,111.11 to $54,675.83 per year; questions may be directed to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Typically requires an Associate’s degree and 0-2 year of experience.
• Proficiency in laboratory practices and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic analysis and investigations.
• Maintain quality control and proper documentation of work.

Skills

Critical thinking

Good Laboratory Practices

Observation and attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Education

Associate degree

Job description

ME-Forensic Laboratory Technician in 36 - LAFAYETTE COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$31,111.11 - $54,675.83 Annually

Location

36 - LAFAYETTE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9644-0728-20261110LAFA

0728 - Mississippi Bureau of Investigation

Opening Date

11/10/2026

11/20/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$31,111.11

$54,675.83

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires an Associate’s degree and 0-2 year of experience.

About the Position

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety’s goal is to make Mississippi a safer place for the state’s three million residents. Our employees perform a variety of tasks, including issuing driver’s licenses and firearm permits, patrolling our roads and highways, keeping drugs off the streets, providing training and certification to law enforcement agencies, conducting forensic analysis and investigations, and much more. For questions regarding this position please contact [e-mail].

What you’ll need to be Successful

• Critical Thinking
• Good Laboratory Practices
• Observation and Attention to Detail
• Computer Proficiency

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201