Job Title
Forensic Scientist I - C
Pay Rate Min to Mid Range
$52,932.00 - $63,522.00
Time Type
Full time
Summary
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducts forensic testing and/or analysis in Drug ID
- Interprets test results and prepares forensic reports on findings
- Testifies in court as an expert witness
- Provides scientific results to law enforcement agencies and answers questions related to findings
- Performs related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Forensic Science, Natural Science or a closely related field
- Must have a minimum of sixteen (16) semester credit hours (or equivalent) in college level chemistry coursework above general coursework from an accredited university-Please attach transcripts-unofficial is acceptable.
- Ability to safely handle evidence; ability to determine required amount of material necessary for testing; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate personal computer; ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, law enforcement agencies and the general public
- Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
- Must secure and maintain a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
- Must have a valid driver's license and available transportation during entire workday
- May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
- Constantly working in indoor conditions; laboratory environment
- Work environment involves exposure to infectious diseases, unfavorable fumes, vapors or odors and potentially infectious material; occasional exposure to flammable, toxic or other hazardous/bio-hazardous materials and radiation
- Frequently moves items weighing up to 15-20 pounds; occasionally moves items 20-30 pounds
- Occasionally moves about the office
- Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
- Positions self to perform essential functions
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position
Working With Bexar County
Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee's spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.
Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website
Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.