Senior Criminalist

California Department of Justice; Sacramento (CA); Vor Ort; USD 89.000 - 124.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

California Department of Justice in Sacramento is seeking a Senior Criminalist to oversee the Laboratory Technical Support Unit, including planning and administration of software for evidence submission, analysis, and reporting. The role covers LIMS administration, security permissions, custom reports, and statistical analyses, with involvement in proficiency testing in collaboration with QA.

The position is based in Sacramento County with an in-office work arrangement.

Aufgaben

• Oversee, plan, migrate and administer software programs used for evidence submission, analysis and reporting.
• Manage Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) administration and security permissions.
• Support maintenance of client report portal, alcohol billing program and breath alcohol data system applications.
• Assist with creation, routing and evaluation of internal proficiency tests with QA Unit.

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description And Duties

Under the general supervision of the Criminalist Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for duties within the Laboratory Technical Support Unit (LTSU), including the oversight, planning, migration, and administration of various software programs utilized by the Bureau for evidence submission, analysis, and reporting. Specialty areas include but are not limited to administration of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), security permissions, custom reports, and statistical analyses. The incumbent will also participate in the maintenance of the client report portal, alcohol billing program and breath alcohol data system applications. Other duties may include assisting with tasks related to the maintenance of BFS' breath alcohol devices. The incumbent may also be involved in the creation, routing, and evaluation of internal proficiency tests in collaboration with the Bureau Quality Assurance Unit.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-537095

Position #(s): 420-578-8478-009

Working Title: Senior Criminalist

Classification: SENIOR CRIMINALIST

$7,935.00 - $11,151.00

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: Sacramento County

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, California Criminalistics Institute.
• 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.
• 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
• For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov .

Benefits of working for the State of California

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!