Criminalist Level I-IV

Criminalist Level I-IV

Salary

$74,541.60 - $158,437.44 Annually

Location

Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

27776-C

Department

District Attorney

Opening Date

07/28/2026

Closing Date

8/25/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

8/11/26, 8/25/26 (final)

Level 1 - $6211.80 - $7551.58/month

Level 2 - $8294.58 - $10081.58/month

Level 3 - $10333.83 - $12561.08/month

Level 4 - $10862.83 - $13203.12/month

Incumbents in this class conduct forensic laboratory analyses of physical evidence, evaluate technical data, investigate crime scenes, prepare evidentiary reports, and testify in court as an expert witness on the subjects of forensic analyses and crime scene investigation.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Principles, methods, materials, standards, practices, equipment, and techniques of forensic science
• Principles of chemistry, physics, biochemistry, physiology, zoology, botany, statistics, and photography as related to forensic science
• Common types of evidence, such as narcotics, poisons, trace, firearms, and bodily fluids
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to evidence, criminal procedure, and crimes
• Laboratory safety
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Principles of effective customer service

Ability to

• Perform a variety of difficult chemical, instrumental, and other complex laboratory analyses
• Safely operate laboratory equipment and tools, such as microscopes, stereoscopes, centrifuges, gas chromatograph-mass spectrometers, and DNA extraction robots
• Interpret federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to physical evidence
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with those encountered during the course of work
• Promote and enforce safe work practices and handling of hazardous substances
• Prepare and analyze complex reports and correspondence
• Testify in court
• Adhere to established code of ethics
• Handle exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Effectively organize and prioritize work assignments
• Keep accurate and orderly records
• Maintain confidential information
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, pharmacology, biology, microbiology, criminalistics/forensic science (with emphasis in a natural or physical science), or a closely related scientific field. Coursework must have included successful completion of 8 semester / 12 quarter units of general chemistry or biology.

Note: A master's degree in forensic science, chemistry, biology, or a closely related scientific field may be substituted for one year of required experience for levels II - IV.

Note:If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

General Qualifications

Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.

The County may also conduct a background check on candidates prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act.

Drivers License: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, shall be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement.

Physical Requirements: All positions in this class require the incumbent(s) to be able to:

• Stand, walk, and/or sit for long periods of time, such as while conducting analysis in the laboratory or processing a crime scene
• Move with sufficient personal agility to collect and process evidence at a variety of crime scenes, such as clandestine drug laboratories, automobiles, trash bins, etc.
• Possess sufficient manual dexterity to manipulate and operate laboratory equipment
• Lift and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds, such as bags and/or boxes of evidence
• Visually distinguish color, shape, size, number, and picture resolution quality

Working Conditions:

• Incumbents are required to withstand exposure to disagreeable elements such as extreme weather conditions, malodorous and/or decomposing samples, blood, bodily fluids, etc.
• Incumbents may be required to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends at various locations as necessary.

Individuals who are unable to meet a stated requirement due to a qualifying circumstance will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Competency / Proficiency Testing:

• Incumbents are required to successfully complete competency testing prior to beginning casework in a new core or sub-discipline.
• Incumbents are required to successfully complete annual Proficiency Testing as required by the Laboratory's accrediting body.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.

Application and Testing Information

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.

County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

www.SacCountyJobs.net

• Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicants computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
• Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.

Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

• Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicants computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidates experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
• Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
• If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
• Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
• If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
• For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
• If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidates application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidates responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.

FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.

This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidates education, training and experience. The candidates application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidates responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.

All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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www.saccountyjobs.net

Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit: Reasonable Accommodation Requests - Job Applicant Instructions

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At Sacramento County, we strive to provide benefit programs designed to meet our employees' current and future needs and help them as they balance their careers and personal life. County of Sacramento employees have a variety of benefits available. These benefits include:

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Retiree Health Savings Plan (RHSP)
• Deferred Compensation

More information can be found on the Benefits website

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:

Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions.

VACATION:

Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.

HOLIDAYS:

14.5 holidays per year as recognized by the Board of Supervisors.

SICK LEAVE:

Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

Regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies may be eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.

RETIREMENT:

The County's defined-benefit pension plan is provided by the County Employees' Retirement Law of 1937 and is managed by the Sacramento County Employees Retirement System (SCERS) Board of Retirement. For more information, visit the SCERS website, http://www.scers.org

DENTAL INSURANCE:

For more information, visit the Benefits website

LIFE INSURANCE:

The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

For more information, visit the Benefits website

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:

A deferred compensation program is available through the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. For more information, visit the Benefits website

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

• Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions
• Marriage or Family Relationships
• Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care
• Alcohol and Drug Abuse

More information can be found on the Benefits website

WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:

The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:

The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.

MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.

WORKERS COMPENSATION:

In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers Compensation laws of California.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: FAQs

VETERANS PREFERENCE:

Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veterans score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veterans name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veterans preference for certification purposes.

"Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veterans preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.

Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veterans status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.

SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT):

Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:

Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and

The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.

01

The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score. All experience, education, and/or training used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on your application.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as See Resume as a response will not be scored.

By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

02

Minimum qualifications for the Criminalist I - IV class are as follows: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, pharmacology, biology, microbiology, criminalistics/forensic science (with emphasis in a natural or physical science), or a closely related scientific field.

Coursework must include successful completion of eight (8) semester/twelve (12) quarter units of general chemistry or biology.

Select the one box that best describes how you meet the minimum requirements for the position.

• I possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the above listed fields or in a closely related scientific field.
• I do not meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

03

Select the one box that best describes how you meet the minimum requirements specific to your completion of general chemistry or biology coursework.

• I have completed eight (8) semester/12 quarter units or more of general chemistry or biology.
• I do not meet this education requirement for the position.

04

List the GENERAL CHEMISTRY or BIOLOGY courses you have completed at an accredited college or university. For each course listed, provide the following:

• Course Title
• Course Code
• College or University
• Dates attended/completed
• How the course meets the general chemistry or biology requirement

If you have not completed any general chemistry or biology courses at an accredited college or university, please write "None".

05

To demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements for this position, you must submit your transcripts with your application. Select the below box to confirm that you understand this requirement.

• I understand and I have submitted a copy of my transcripts to verify that I meet the minimum education requirements.

06

The Criminalist class has four (4) position levels, which are assigned at the discretion of the appointing authority and are subject to the following experience requirements:

Level I: This level is assigned to Criminalists with little or no previous forensic science casework experience. Under direct supervision, incumbents learn and apply the required body of knowledge and perform fundamental, routine forensic science casework activities in one of the core disciplines of comparative evidence, trace evidence, arson, forensic biology, toxicology, forensic alcohol, or controlled substances. This is the training and developmental level.

Level II: This level is assigned to Criminalists with at least one year of experience in one of the core disciplines in a forensic science laboratory. Under supervision, incumbents perform complex technical forensic casework activities in the laboratory and/or at crime scenes. This is the intermediate journey performance level.

Level III: This level is assigned to Criminalists with at least four years of experience at the Level II or equivalent in one or more of the core disciplines or associated sub-disciplines. Under direction, incumbents perform difficult, sensitive, and/or highly technical forensic science casework and/or crime scene investigations and assist in training laboratory staff. This is the full journey level.

Level IV: This level is assigned to Criminalists with at least four years of experience at the Level III or equivalent in one or more of the core or associated sub-disciplines in a forensic science laboratory. Under general direction, incumbents perform the most difficult, sensitive, and/or highly technical forensic science casework. Incumbents also have responsibility for research and method development and/or lead oversight and training of laboratory staff on a regular and recurring basis. This is the advanced-journey level.

Select the one box that best describes your highest level of Criminalist experience.

• None.
• Level I
• Level II
• Level III
• Level IV

07

Select all the boxes for which you have been qualified to conduct casework in a forensic laboratory.

• Alcohol.
• Biology.
• Bloodstain interpretation.
• Controlled substances.
• Crime Scenes.
• Distance determination.
• Explosives.
• Fibers.
• Fingerprints.
• Fire debris.
• Firearms.
• Glass.
• Gunshot residue.
• Hair.
• Impression evidence.
• Paint.
• Tapes.
• Toolmarks.
• Toxicology.
• Trace.
• None of the above.

08

Select the one box that best describes the disciplines for which you have been qualified to conduct forensic laboratory casework: alcohol, biology, bloodstain interpretation, controlled substances, crime scenes, distance determination, explosives, fibers, fingerprints, fire debris, firearms, glass, gunshot residue, hair, impression evidence, paint, tapes, toolmarks, toxicology, trace, and general, chemical, and physical examinations.

• None.
• I have been qualified to conduct casework in a forensic laboratory on one (1) of the listed disciplines.
• I have been qualified to conduct casework in a forensic laboratory on (2) of the listed disciplines.
• I have been qualified to conduct casework in a forensic laboratory on three (3) or more of the listed disciplines.

09

For each of the disciplines you have been qualified to conduct forensic laboratory casework, provide the date range for which you were responsible for conducting the casework. In your response, provide your employer(s), your position title(s), and your role and responsibilities within the forensic laboratory for each discipline. If you have no relevant experience, please write "None".

10

Select all the boxes that best describe your experience (including internships and volunteer assignments) performing presumptive and confirmatory testing.

• Assisting with or performing presumptive and/or confirmatory testing.
• Developing, modifying, or validating testing methods or procedures.
• Independently performing both presumptive and confirmatory testing and interpreting results.
• Executing quality control techniques, including reviewing or validating presumptive and/or confirmatory testing.
• None of the above.

11

Select the one box that best describes your forensic laboratory experience (including internships and volunteer assignments).

• None.
• I have experience working in a forensic laboratory.
• My forensic laboratory experience includes at least one of the following: receiving evidence from law enforcement agencies, collecting and packaging evidence, or entering and/or tracking evidence within a case management system/database.
• My forensic laboratory experience includes all of the following: receiving evidence from law enforcement agencies, collecting and packaging evidence, and entering and/or tracking evidence within a case management system/database.

12

Describe in detail your experience working with evidence within a forensic laboratory. Provide your employer(s), your position title(s), and your role and responsibilities with evidence handling within the forensic laboratory. List the case management system(s) you have experience using, your experience using each system, and your proficiency. If you have no relevant experience, please write "None".

13

Select all the boxes that best describe your experience in a forensic laboratory or similar work or school setting.

• Communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Coordinating multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Demonstrating knowledge of customer service principles, including professionalism, responsiveness, and providing helpful assistance to others.
• Following procedures to maintain evidence integrity or preserve chain of custody.
• Maintaining accurate and orderly records, reports, or documentation.
• Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Maintaining impartiality and objectivity when conducting analyses or providing explanations or expert opinions.
• Organizing and prioritizing work assignments to meet deadlines.
• None of the above.

14

Select the one box that best describes your current valid California Driver License.

• None.
• I have the ability to immediately obtain a California Class C Driver License.
• I possess a California Class C Driver License or higher.
• I do not possess nor have the ability to obtain a California Class C Driver License.

15

Select all the boxes for which you are currently a member.

• American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS).
• American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT).
• American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI).
• American Society of Crime Lab Directors (ASCLD).
• American Society of Trace Evidence Examiners (ASTEE).
• Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners (AFTE).
• California Association of Crime Lab Directors (CACLD).
• California Association of Criminalists (CAC).
• International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts (IABPA).
• International Association for Forensic Scientists.
• International Association for Identification (IAI).
• Mid-Atlantic Association of Forensic Scientists.
• Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists (MAFS).
• Northeastern Association of Forensic Scientists (NEAFS).
• Northwest Association of Forensic Scientists (NWAFS).
• Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT).
• Southwest Association of Forensic Scientists (SWAFS).
• Other professional Forensic Association(s).
• None of the above.

16

Select all the boxes that list associations/boards for which you have obtained one or more professional certifications.

• American Board of Criminalistics (ABC).
• American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT).
• American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI).
• Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners (AFTE).
• International Association for Forensic Scientists.
• International Association for Identification (IAI).
• Other professional Forensic Association(s).
• None of the above.

17

Select the one box that best describes the professional certifications you have already obtained from the following associations/boards: American Board of Criminalistics (ABC), American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT), American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI), Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners (AFTE), International Association for Forensic Scientists, and the International Association for Identification (IAI).

• None.
• I am currently enrolled in one or more certification programs with one or more of the listed associations/boards.
• I have one (1) professional certification issued by one of the listed associations/boards.
• I have two (2) or more current professional certifications issued by one or more of the listed associations/boards.

18

As related to the Criminalist position, list all of the associations and boards for which you are a member as well as all of the professional certifications that you possess. For each association and board, provide your membership status (e.g. member, board member, president, etc.). For each certification, provide the certificate number(s), date of original issue, and date of expiration, if applicable. If you are not an active member of any Criminalist related associations or boards nor possess any related professional certifications, please write "None".

19

Select all the boxes for which you have completed specialized forensic training courses and/or seminars.

• Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF).
• American Academy of Forensic Scientists (AAFS).
• Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners (AFTE).
• California Criminalistics Institute (CCI).
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
• International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts (IABPA).
• International Association for Identification (IAI).
• Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT).
• Other Educational Institution(s) with recognized Forensic Science Program(s).
• None of the above

20

Select the one box that best describes the specialized forensic training courses and seminars you have attended/completed with the following associations and institutions: Alcohol Tobacco Firearms (ATF), American Academy of Forensic Scientists (AAFS), Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners (AFTE), California Criminalistics Institute (CCI), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts (IABPA), International Association for Identification (IAI), Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT), and other educational institutions with recognized Forensic Science Programs-not to include college coursework.

• None.
• I have completed three (3) or more forensic training courses, which resulted in obtaining a certificate of completion, as well as attended one (1) or more seminars hosted by the listed associations/institutions.
• I have completed one or two (1 or 2) forensic training courses, which resulted in obtaining a certificate of completion, as well as attended one (1) or more seminar hosted by the listed associations/institutions.
• I have completed three (3) or more forensic training courses, which resulted in obtaining a certificate of completion, with the listed associations/institutions.
• I have completed one or two (1 or 2) forensic training courses, which resulted in obtaining a certificate of completion, with the listed associations/institutions.
• I have attended one (1) or more seminars hosted by the listed associations and/or institutions.

21

List the specialized forensic training courses and seminars you have completed and attended. For each course and seminar, provide the following: title, forensic training provided or seminar topic, association/institution, and the date(s). If you have not completed any specialized forensic training courses nor attended any specialized forensic seminars, please write "None".

22

Select all the boxes for which you have experience delivering presentations.

• Delivering forensic related presentation(s) to an audience of forensic professionals (e.g. professional associations).
• Delivering forensic related presentations to students and/or class.
• Delivering forensic related presentations to in-house staff/peers/co-workers.
• Delivering non-forensic presentations to in-house staff/peers/co-workers, students and/or class.
• None of the above.

23

Select all the boxes for which you have experience (including internships and volunteer assignments).

• Conducting research and/or method validation.
• Authoring forensic related publications.
• Co-authoring forensic related publications.
• None of the above.

24

Select all the boxes for which you have paid experience testifying in court regarding the results on forensic analysis specific to the listed forensic discipline.

• Alcohol.
• Biology.
• Bloodstain interpretation.
• Controlled substances.
• Crime Scenes.
• Distance determination.
• Explosives.
• Fibers.
• Fingerprints.
• Fire debris.
• Firearms.
• Glass.
• Gunshot residue.
• Hair.
• Impression evidence.
• Paint.
• Tapes.
• Toolmarks.
• Toxicology.
• None of the above.

25

Select the one box that best describes your paid experience testifying in court regarding the results of forensic analysis for the following disciplines: alcohol, biology, bloodstain interpretation, controlled substances, crime scenes, distance determination, explosives, fibers, fingerprints, fire debris, firearms, glass, gunshot residue, hair, impression evidence, paint, tapes, toolmarks, toxicology, trace, and general, chemical, and physical examinations.

• None.
• I have testified in court regarding the results of forensic analysis in one (1) of the listed disciplines.
• I have testified in court regarding the results of forensic analysis in two (2) of the listed disciplines.
• I have testified in court regarding the results of forensic analysis in three (3) or more of the listed disciplines.

26

Describe in detail your experience with the following:

• Delivering professional and academic presentations and testimonies
• Forensic related publications for which you authored
• Testifying in court regarding the results of forensic analysis

If you have no relevant experience, please write "None".

27

Select all of the boxes for which you have paid or unpaid experience working with the listed analytical instrumentation.

• Breath alcohol instrument.
• Comparison microscope.
• DNA thermocycler.
• Gas chromatograph/mass spectrometer (GC/MS).
• Inductively coupled plasma/mass spectrometry (ICP/MS).
• Infrared spectrophotometer (IR or FTIR).
• Liquid chromatograph/mass spectrometer (LC/MS).
• Liquid chromatograph/Time of Flight Mass Spectrometer.
• Photographic equipment.
• Polarized light microscope.
• Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM).
• Other analytical instrumentation.
• None of the above.

28

For each of the selections made in the previous question, describe in detail your experience working with the analytical instrumentation. Provide your employer (or school) with the dates and frequency for which you were responsible for utilizing the instrumentation, the analytical equipment used, and the types of analysis performed. If you have no relative experience, please write "None".

29

Select all the boxes that best describe your experience safely operating laboratory instrumentation and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety standards.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and procedures, including use of personal protective equipment and hazard awareness.
• Following laboratory safety procedures and using laboratory equipment under supervision.
• Handling hazardous materials and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety practices and procedures.
• Assisting in identifying, evaluating, or recommending laboratory equipment, supplies, or training needs.
• Promoting, monitoring, or enforcing safe work practices, including proper handling of hazardous substances.
• Providing training, guidance, or technical assistance to others on laboratory safety procedures and/or equipment use.
• None of the above.

30

I have read the General Requirements and Other Requirements as stated on the job announcement.

• Yes.

31

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant. I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030.

• Yes.
• No.

32

Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and/or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.

• Attended in the last one (1) - three (3) months.
• Attended in the last four (4) - six (6) months.
• Attended in the last seven (7) months - one (1) year.
• Attended an event more than one (1) year ago.
• Have attended a career fair and/or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives.
• Have not attended a career fair and/or job event.

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List the following for the career fair and/or job event you attended:

• Name of event
• Location of event
• Month and year of event

If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please write "None"

Required Question

Employer County of Sacramento

Address 700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, California, 95814

Phone (916) 874-5593

Website http://www.saccountyjobs.net