State of Montana

The Forensic Science Division’s (FSD) mission is to provide accurate, objective, and timely forensic analysis in support of the Montana criminal justice community.. The Crime Lab is an internationally accredited lab and home to the State Medical Examiner’s office, where over 625 autopsies a year are performed in Missoula and Billings to determine cause and manner of death in unattended or suspicious circumstances.. The Montana Forensic Science Division (FSD) is an internationally accredited state Forensic Laboratory, processing many varieties of crime scene evidence received from law enforcement agencies across the great state of Montana.. The Evidence Technician is responsible for evidence management and is the primary person responsible for the security and integrity of evidence when it is received into the crime lab as well as while in their care, custody, or control.. The person in this position is integral to crime lab operations and may provide support services to specialized Forensic Science Division sections.

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Evidence Technician 1 - (24141095)


Mission:
Every day, Montana Department of Justice employees are dedicated to ensuring the well-being and rights of the people of our great state. The Department of Justice does the right thing for the right reason. If you are looking for an opportunity to be part of a team that builds a culture of character and excellence, demonstrates collaboration and selfless public service, and upholds the law while pursuing public safety, the Department of Justice may have a career for you!


The Forensic Science Division’s (FSD) mission is to provide accurate, objective, and timely forensic analysis in support of the Montana criminal justice community. The Crime Lab is an internationally accredited lab and home to the State Medical Examiner’s office, where over 625 autopsies a year are performed in Missoula and Billings to determine cause and manner of death in unattended or suspicious circumstances.
Division Overview:
The Montana Forensic Science Division (FSD) is an internationally accredited state Forensic Laboratory, processing many varieties of crime scene evidence received from law enforcement agencies across the great state of Montana. FSD’s mission is to provide accurate, objective, and timely forensic analysis in support of the Montana criminal justice community.
Department of Justice employs more than 35 FSD forensic analysts who complete amazing work such as: identifying mysterious powders or pills, determining quantities of various substances in a person’s body, extracting DNA from a blood stain, matching fired bullets to the gun, or finding fingerprints on ATM machine, to name just a few examples.
The FSD is also home to the State Medical Examiner’s office. More than 700 autopsies are performed each year in Missoula and Billings to determine cause and manner of death in unattended or suspicious circumstances. The Montana State Crime Lab proudly serves the criminal justice community and the people of Montana.


Job Overview:
The Evidence Technician is responsible for evidence management and is the primary person responsible for the security and integrity of evidence when it is received into the crime lab as well as while in their care, custody, or control. Confidentiality and procedural practices are essential to success in this position. This person may contribute to standard operating procedure updates; train law enforcement and/or division personnel in evidence packaging and submission standards; and may be required to testify in court. The person in this position is integral to crime lab operations and may provide support services to specialized Forensic Science Division sections.
This position is within the toxicology section and the successful applicant will be required to work with potentially biohazardous materials (blood, urine, tissue, etc.)
This position may be eligible for a $1.50 statutory increase on 7/1/2024.

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma
Two years of job-related work experience to include word processing, proficiency entering data into databases or excel spreadsheets; MS Office™ proficiency
Other combinations of experience and an education equivalence may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
Law enforcement and / or evidence handling experience
Special Instructions:
The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include but are not limited to an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.
Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered.
Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:
Criminal History Fingerprint Check
Intensive Background Check
Driving History
Pre-employment and Drug Testing
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, you must attach a résumé at the time of application.
Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”.
Your Résumé: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job.
A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the résumé to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.
Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.
All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at Terese.Christianson@mt.gov via File Transfer Service.
To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Retirement plans
Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify.
Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.
This position is/may be covered by a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA).


Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Training Assignment: Not Applicable


Salary: $ 21.05 - 21.05 Hourly


Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan


Number of Openings: 1
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time


Primary Location: Missoula


Agency: Department of Justice
Union: 000 - None


Posting Date: Apr 10, 2024, 2:15:36 PM
Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Apr 25, 2024, 12:59:00 AM
Required Application Materials: Resume


Contact Name: DOJ Human Resources | Contact Email: DOJCSDHR@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-5528

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