DPS - CLD - Crime Laboratory Evidence Technician -

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=106603andPostingSeq=1Job Description** If you're using education/coursework as a substitution for the required experience, then copies of OFFICIAL Transcripts are required and must be attached to your application to be considered. ******Testing is required for candidates to be considered to go before the oral interview board and will be notified via email provided on the application. Candidates must qualify on DPS issued testing.***PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?FOCUS=ApplicantandGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Performs advanced (senior-level) laboratory evidence technician duties to include receiving, storing, returning, and/or destroying crime evidence items according to court orders or to comply with applicable statutes and properly and accurately documenting transactions involving evidence receipt, disposition, inventory, and destruction. Assists laboratory personnel with inventory, disposition, and destruction of evidence stored in the laboratory vaults. May assist with the ordering of supplies and chemicals, and maintain supply order records. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_PublicSafety.pdfApplicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Keep laboratory vaults clean and orderly and assist laboratory personnel with evidence handling including receipt, storage, return, or destruction. Keep inventory of all evidence in laboratory information management system (LIMS).2. May supervise the work of others.3. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.4. Perform other duties as assigned.GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS: Education - High School Diploma/equivalent required. Experience - Minimum of six (6) months progressively responsible experience in a business or laboratory environment recording data, transferring items, conducting inventory, weighing materials, and receiving/filing items for analysis or minimum of six (6) months progressively responsible experience in a law enforcement environment, preferably handling evidence (receipt, destruction, inventory, etc.).Substitution Note: Successful completion of fifteen (15) hours or more of college coursework in Criminal Justice or Forensic Science.Licensure and/or Certification - May need to successfully complete certification as an Emissions Evaluator every six (6) months. May need to maintain smoke school certification and licensure through TCEQ. Must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.Regulatory knowledge - Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures related to labor tory operations. Interpersonal Skills - Must demonstrate the ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers.Organizational and Prioritization Skills - Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism. Presentation/Communication Skills - Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations/communications to a variety of audiences and/or individuals. Must be able to generate clear, concise, and grammatically correct notes.Research and Comprehension - Must demonstrate the ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information, and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail - Must demonstrate the ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.Technology (computers/hardware/software/operating systems) - Must possess appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems and be able to learn new software/systems. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to use a keyboard and mouse on a laptop or desktop computer to generate typed work product (e.g., emails, submission data entry) at a proficient speed with minimal errors. Typing and/or data entry testing may be required.Confidentiality and Protected Information - Must demonstrate the ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations, and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and diss