Senior Forensic Biologist & Lab Lead

weldgov; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Weld County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Forensic Scientist at the Criminalist II/III level. The role involves handling and analyzing evidence across disciplines, maintaining chain of custody and quality controls, and preparing expert reports for legal proceedings.

The position may include supervisory responsibilities, technical leadership, and opportunities to train other examiners within the discipline as part of a team ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Documents and protects evidence according to laboratory procedures and maintains the chain of custody.
• Prepares detailed investigation and laboratory reports; testifies in court as an expert when required.

Skills

Criminalistics

Evidence handling

Court testimony

Training others

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Weld County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Forensic Scientist at the Criminalist II/III level. The role involves handling and analyzing evidence across disciplines, maintaining chain of custody and quality controls, and preparing expert reports for legal proceedings.

The position may include supervisory responsibilities, technical leadership, and opportunities to train other examiners within the discipline as part of a team ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.