Chancellor's Office
401 Golden Shore, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
Description: Chancellor's Office Statement Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Campus Fire Marshal. The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 14 paid holidays a year. Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position Information The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Campus Fire a Marshal to assess and enforce fire and panic safety code compliance on CSU building projects as the Campus Fire Marshal. This position will primarily work with the Northridge campus, affecting design activity and construction; as well as the fire and panic safety of the campus population. The position represents the campus in interacting with municipal fire departments. This position will report to one of the three Deputy Chiefs of Fire Safety (North, Central and South) and serve as a Chancellor's Office Capital Planning, Design and Construction representative for the CSU Fire Safety program at each CSU campus. Upon certification and acceptance by the State Fire Marshal of the individual's appropriate level of expertise, the incumbent will advance to Designated Campus Fire Marshal. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT CSU NORTHRIDGE. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the CSU Chief of Fire Safety, and under the delegated authority of the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), this position will be responsible to develop and implement the fire and panic safety program at CSU Northridge, under the guidance of the Deputy Director of Fire Safety-South. The incumbent will be hired as a Campus Fire Marshal and required to complete necessary training by the OSFM to prove competency in order to be recognized as the Designated Campus Fire Marshal. Proving competency is a position requirement and expected to be attained within 12 to 18 months of employment with the CSU. During the training and certification period, the Campus Fire Marshal will: -Review design documents and construction plans for compliance with fire and safety codes. -Facilitate, coordinate and track individual plan review/approvals to a timely and code complaint conclusion. Serve as a CSU CO representative to collaboratively resolve issues relative to fire safety code and regulations. -Engage all stakeholders. Coordinate CSU/SFM fire safety reviews and approvals, whether directly agency to agency, indirectly as may be authorized by CSU/SFM MOU or as may be needed. -Work closely with the OSFM to work collaboratively, continually improve trust, process, and program quality. -Support the CSU Fire Safety Board (FSB) of outside expert counsel on fire and panic safety and code compliance issues on CSU capital projects. -Ensure code effective design development and advocate good code compliance practices to individual campus project design and construction teams. Participate in effective code compliance design reviews. Implement the fire and panic safety plan review process at campus and/or CSU/SFM locations as needed to realize effective and timely project approvals. -Generate reports for Supervisor and OSFM, detailing activity, issues, resolutions, and improvements implemented, this includes input and use of GovMotus, the CPDC project database and the OSFM software as needed. -Keep CSU management informed. Provide regular briefings and project status reports to CPDC CSU Chief Building Official and Chief of Fire Safety on evolving fire safety code interpretations and of project trends relative to campuses and project delivery methods with a view towards improving process. -Help define and implement performance tracking related to CSU Building Permit and Fire Protection programs. Track recurring fire safety plan review issue areas and make recommendations for changes to policies and procedures to improve timeliness and effectiveness of fire safety approvals. -Demonstrate, promote, and recognize campus, and departmental high standards for excellent client service, effective use of resources, workplace safety, professional development, personal accountability, and continuous improvement. Communicate and promote model campus practices systemwide. Once the incumbent passes the OSFM training and certification, the responsibilities include: -Propose new, or recommend changes to fire and panic safety policies affecting the CSU and the campus, to assure compliance. Continuously evaluates, recommends, and implements procedures that assure awareness of fire & panic safety requirements. -Participate in the delivery of CSU fire safety code compliance training. -Pursue personal continuing education training to build/maintain professional certifications and stay current with changes to fire and building codes and related standards (e.g., NFPA, CCR, etc.). -Work closely with the other Deputy Directors of Fire Safety, Designated Campus Fire Marshals to share expertise, improve and disseminate consistent program goals and criteria to campuses. -Assist campus as needed in the event of a fire event on campus. Ensure OSFM Duty Officer is notified and reporting made on a regular basis. Qualifications This position requires: -California Licensed Architect, or Fire Protection Engineer, or related Bachelor's Degree or other relevant comparable experience in design/compliance/construction field. Relevant comparable training examples: Certification as an International Code Compliance Fire Plans Examiner, Building Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector, California State Fire Marshal or other local public agency fire authority plans examiner. -Industry experience: 5+ years of architectural, engineering, construction industry experience on a broad variety of projects. -Specific field experience: 5+ years of field and plan review experience in performing plan review, technical inspection, and/or supervision of general construction projects including fire, life, and panic safety code compliance. This may be concurrent with the industry experience in #2, above. -Good general knowledge of fire protection planning and management, building design incorporation of fire, life, and panic safety systems, fire alarm and detection systems, their installation, inspection, and testing. -Must have good working knowledge of California Building Code, California Fire Code, and code reference standards including a reference familiarity with NFPA requirements. -Proven experience in the creation, development, and implementation of effective programs, projects, and initiatives to meet assigned goals. -Designation as the Lead Designated Campus Fire Marshal (DCFM) by the Office of the State Fire Marshal, or must be able to attain this designation within 12 to 18 months of hire as a condition of continued employment. -Must have ability to apply sound professional judgment, initiative and problem-solving skill to analyze complex code compliance issues, and be able to facilitate a timely and responsive code complaint outcome. -Must have strong verbal and written language skills. Must be able to effectively communicate technical policy and procedures in understandable verbal, written and visual presentation formats. -Must be able to develop and maintain internal and external professional relationships and interact effectively at a professional level. Must be responsive to client and professional concerns and feedback. -Skill to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies and senior campus management. Proven and solid communication skills including: verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. -Ability and willingness to travel independently to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the positon. Frequent local regional ground travel, statewide single day air/ground travel, and periodic overnight travel is a requirement and expectation of the position. Examples: Adjacent campus travel, day trips to Sacramento. -Must be able to effectively use: Word, Excel, Outlook, Bluebeam and their equivalents. -Must have good organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines; proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. -Ability to quickly gain working familiarity with CSU's architectural engineering and construction management policy and procedures, CSU's public works contract law, rules, and regulations. Preferred Qualifications: -Certification as a Fire Prevention Officer III or Fire Marshal or equivalent. -Certification as an International Fire Code Inspector or equivalent. -Completion of SFM training: Fire Inspector 1A-1D -Completion of SFM training: Plans Examiner 1A-1C, and Statutes and Regulations. -Experience with GovMotus. Application Period Resumes will be accepted until January 27, 2020 or until job posting is removed. How To Apply To apply for this position, Click ont he link at the top of the screen. Equal Employment Opportunity The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. E-Verify This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. Mandated Reporter Per CANRA The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Conflict of Interest The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter. Background The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Apr 23, 2020
Full Time
Description: Chancellor's Office Statement Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Campus Fire Marshal. The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 14 paid holidays a year. Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position Information The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Campus Fire a Marshal to assess and enforce fire and panic safety code compliance on CSU building projects as the Campus Fire Marshal. This position will primarily work with the Northridge campus, affecting design activity and construction; as well as the fire and panic safety of the campus population. The position represents the campus in interacting with municipal fire departments. This position will report to one of the three Deputy Chiefs of Fire Safety (North, Central and South) and serve as a Chancellor's Office Capital Planning, Design and Construction representative for the CSU Fire Safety program at each CSU campus. Upon certification and acceptance by the State Fire Marshal of the individual's appropriate level of expertise, the incumbent will advance to Designated Campus Fire Marshal. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT CSU NORTHRIDGE. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the CSU Chief of Fire Safety, and under the delegated authority of the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), this position will be responsible to develop and implement the fire and panic safety program at CSU Northridge, under the guidance of the Deputy Director of Fire Safety-South. The incumbent will be hired as a Campus Fire Marshal and required to complete necessary training by the OSFM to prove competency in order to be recognized as the Designated Campus Fire Marshal. Proving competency is a position requirement and expected to be attained within 12 to 18 months of employment with the CSU. During the training and certification period, the Campus Fire Marshal will: -Review design documents and construction plans for compliance with fire and safety codes. -Facilitate, coordinate and track individual plan review/approvals to a timely and code complaint conclusion. Serve as a CSU CO representative to collaboratively resolve issues relative to fire safety code and regulations. -Engage all stakeholders. Coordinate CSU/SFM fire safety reviews and approvals, whether directly agency to agency, indirectly as may be authorized by CSU/SFM MOU or as may be needed. -Work closely with the OSFM to work collaboratively, continually improve trust, process, and program quality. -Support the CSU Fire Safety Board (FSB) of outside expert counsel on fire and panic safety and code compliance issues on CSU capital projects. -Ensure code effective design development and advocate good code compliance practices to individual campus project design and construction teams. Participate in effective code compliance design reviews. Implement the fire and panic safety plan review process at campus and/or CSU/SFM locations as needed to realize effective and timely project approvals. -Generate reports for Supervisor and OSFM, detailing activity, issues, resolutions, and improvements implemented, this includes input and use of GovMotus, the CPDC project database and the OSFM software as needed. -Keep CSU management informed. Provide regular briefings and project status reports to CPDC CSU Chief Building Official and Chief of Fire Safety on evolving fire safety code interpretations and of project trends relative to campuses and project delivery methods with a view towards improving process. -Help define and implement performance tracking related to CSU Building Permit and Fire Protection programs. Track recurring fire safety plan review issue areas and make recommendations for changes to policies and procedures to improve timeliness and effectiveness of fire safety approvals. -Demonstrate, promote, and recognize campus, and departmental high standards for excellent client service, effective use of resources, workplace safety, professional development, personal accountability, and continuous improvement. Communicate and promote model campus practices systemwide. Once the incumbent passes the OSFM training and certification, the responsibilities include: -Propose new, or recommend changes to fire and panic safety policies affecting the CSU and the campus, to assure compliance. Continuously evaluates, recommends, and implements procedures that assure awareness of fire & panic safety requirements. -Participate in the delivery of CSU fire safety code compliance training. -Pursue personal continuing education training to build/maintain professional certifications and stay current with changes to fire and building codes and related standards (e.g., NFPA, CCR, etc.). -Work closely with the other Deputy Directors of Fire Safety, Designated Campus Fire Marshals to share expertise, improve and disseminate consistent program goals and criteria to campuses. -Assist campus as needed in the event of a fire event on campus. Ensure OSFM Duty Officer is notified and reporting made on a regular basis. Qualifications This position requires: -California Licensed Architect, or Fire Protection Engineer, or related Bachelor's Degree or other relevant comparable experience in design/compliance/construction field. Relevant comparable training examples: Certification as an International Code Compliance Fire Plans Examiner, Building Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector, California State Fire Marshal or other local public agency fire authority plans examiner. -Industry experience: 5+ years of architectural, engineering, construction industry experience on a broad variety of projects. -Specific field experience: 5+ years of field and plan review experience in performing plan review, technical inspection, and/or supervision of general construction projects including fire, life, and panic safety code compliance. This may be concurrent with the industry experience in #2, above. -Good general knowledge of fire protection planning and management, building design incorporation of fire, life, and panic safety systems, fire alarm and detection systems, their installation, inspection, and testing. -Must have good working knowledge of California Building Code, California Fire Code, and code reference standards including a reference familiarity with NFPA requirements. -Proven experience in the creation, development, and implementation of effective programs, projects, and initiatives to meet assigned goals. -Designation as the Lead Designated Campus Fire Marshal (DCFM) by the Office of the State Fire Marshal, or must be able to attain this designation within 12 to 18 months of hire as a condition of continued employment. -Must have ability to apply sound professional judgment, initiative and problem-solving skill to analyze complex code compliance issues, and be able to facilitate a timely and responsive code complaint outcome. -Must have strong verbal and written language skills. Must be able to effectively communicate technical policy and procedures in understandable verbal, written and visual presentation formats. -Must be able to develop and maintain internal and external professional relationships and interact effectively at a professional level. Must be responsive to client and professional concerns and feedback. -Skill to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies and senior campus management. Proven and solid communication skills including: verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. -Ability and willingness to travel independently to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the positon. Frequent local regional ground travel, statewide single day air/ground travel, and periodic overnight travel is a requirement and expectation of the position. Examples: Adjacent campus travel, day trips to Sacramento. -Must be able to effectively use: Word, Excel, Outlook, Bluebeam and their equivalents. -Must have good organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines; proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. -Ability to quickly gain working familiarity with CSU's architectural engineering and construction management policy and procedures, CSU's public works contract law, rules, and regulations. Preferred Qualifications: -Certification as a Fire Prevention Officer III or Fire Marshal or equivalent. -Certification as an International Fire Code Inspector or equivalent. -Completion of SFM training: Fire Inspector 1A-1D -Completion of SFM training: Plans Examiner 1A-1C, and Statutes and Regulations. -Experience with GovMotus. Application Period Resumes will be accepted until January 27, 2020 or until job posting is removed. How To Apply To apply for this position, Click ont he link at the top of the screen. Equal Employment Opportunity The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. E-Verify This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. Mandated Reporter Per CANRA The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Conflict of Interest The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter. Background The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, CA, United States
The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 4/10/20, 10/9/20 Associate Civil Engineer is responsible for a variety of civil engineering work in connection with the design, surveying, testing of materials and construction of public works projects. Public works projects include, but are not limited to roads and bridges; traffic control system design; drainage, water and wastewater collection, distribution and treatment; airports; new building construction and remodels; and other structures and projects. Associate Civil Engineer is the first level in the civil engineering series requiring registration as a civil engineer. Under direction, an Associate Civil Engineer performs difficult and complex engineering work and acts as supervisor to a small group of engineers and/or paraprofessional engineering staff. Associates may serve as project/resident engineers on a single major or several minor engineering projects. Watch to Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of The principles and practices of civil engineering Methods and materials used in the design and construction of varied civil engineering projects Budget preparation Principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision Laws and regulations pertaining to public works construction and design. Civil engineering principles and practices applicable to construction, and material testing administration, solid waste management Design of park facilities, parking lots and other miscellaneous civil engineering projects County surveyor and permit functions Laws and regulations pertaining to these programs Ability To Prepare detailed plans and specifications Perform technical research work and make detailed analysis Prepare complete and comprehensive reports Analyze engineering problems and adopt effective courses of action Lay out work and guide subordinate personnel in performance of projects Supervise and train professional and technical staff Maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, and the general public Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. 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. General Qualifications License Requirement: A valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification Requirement: Per Health and Safety Code, Sections 18949.25 - 18949.31, incumbents may be required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical Abilities Requirements: Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk Have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination need to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and drafting equipment Have corrected vision in order to review plans and specifications and perform other essential functions of the job Occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Individuals who are unable to pass some of the physical requirements due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: May be required to work in excess of 40 hours a week and/or work irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment within this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedure B-5 and applicable federal and state law. The County shall not consider for employment any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the applicant'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. Special Access: Some incumbents in this class must acquire and maintain an airport security badge allowing access to secure County airport locations. 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 applicant's 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 applicant's 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 candidate's 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 candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's 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 candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's 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 (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 01, 2020
The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 4/10/20, 10/9/20 Associate Civil Engineer is responsible for a variety of civil engineering work in connection with the design, surveying, testing of materials and construction of public works projects. Public works projects include, but are not limited to roads and bridges; traffic control system design; drainage, water and wastewater collection, distribution and treatment; airports; new building construction and remodels; and other structures and projects. Associate Civil Engineer is the first level in the civil engineering series requiring registration as a civil engineer. Under direction, an Associate Civil Engineer performs difficult and complex engineering work and acts as supervisor to a small group of engineers and/or paraprofessional engineering staff. Associates may serve as project/resident engineers on a single major or several minor engineering projects. Watch to Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of The principles and practices of civil engineering Methods and materials used in the design and construction of varied civil engineering projects Budget preparation Principles and techniques of personnel management and supervision Laws and regulations pertaining to public works construction and design. Civil engineering principles and practices applicable to construction, and material testing administration, solid waste management Design of park facilities, parking lots and other miscellaneous civil engineering projects County surveyor and permit functions Laws and regulations pertaining to these programs Ability To Prepare detailed plans and specifications Perform technical research work and make detailed analysis Prepare complete and comprehensive reports Analyze engineering problems and adopt effective courses of action Lay out work and guide subordinate personnel in performance of projects Supervise and train professional and technical staff Maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, and the general public Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. 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. General Qualifications License Requirement: A valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification Requirement: Per Health and Safety Code, Sections 18949.25 - 18949.31, incumbents may be required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical Abilities Requirements: Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk Have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination need to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and drafting equipment Have corrected vision in order to review plans and specifications and perform other essential functions of the job Occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Individuals who are unable to pass some of the physical requirements due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: May be required to work in excess of 40 hours a week and/or work irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment within this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedure B-5 and applicable federal and state law. The County shall not consider for employment any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the applicant'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. Special Access: Some incumbents in this class must acquire and maintain an airport security badge allowing access to secure County airport locations. 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 applicant's 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 applicant's 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 candidate's 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 candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's 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 candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's 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 (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Kitsap County
Port Orchard, Washington, United States
OVERVIEW KITSAP COUNTY COMMUNITY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (DCD) Kitsap County DCD seeks a JUNIOR PLANNER or SENIOR PLANNER to join our team of professionals. Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the incumbent performs varied and responsible professional planning work to evaluate, review, and process routine land use and environmental applications related to regional and community development in accordance with established procedures. Our planners specialize in plan reviews of a specific nature, support development of planning studies, and make recommendations pertaining to land use, environmental use, and advanced planning impacts. Planners will perform code development research and drafting, support implementation of land use and environmental regulations, and present technical reports and recommendations to hearings bodies. DCD focuses on enabling and assisting our Kitsap residents in building affordable, structurally sound, and environmentally conscious developments in the Kitsap Community. We provide our team the opportunity to learn and grow within our positive and innovative work environment; we empower our team to make decisions and pride ourselves on a culture of continuous improvement. Kitsap County DCD has earned national awards for the permitting system, public disclosure request system, and risk check program. It has received two Governor's Awards for comprehensive planning efforts and is recognized for its natural resources program by federal and state agencies as the "go to organization" for Puget Sound restoration efforts. The department has very engaged employees dedicated to delivering effective and efficient services to the citizens of Kitsap County. Nearly all employees are Lean Six Sigma trained and have development plans that encourage career growth at all levels. Please learn more about the department at our County webpage . This position will be open until filled. Review of initial applications will occur on March 23rd with first planned interviews in early April 2020. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Bachelor Degree in Planning, Environmental Planningor closely related field from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education AND four years of full-time professionalexperiencewith planning processes related to permit processing and community development is required; OR An equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the work. Preferred Education, Experience or Other Qualifications Experience with land use or current planning. Experience with environmental permitting. Experience with permit processing practices under differing sub-area plans. Experience with electronic plan submittal and review. American Institute of Certified Planners certification. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must: Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications. Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. Depending on experience and background, candidates will be brought on as a JuniorPlanner ($64,147-$72,571)or a Senior Planner ($72,571-$90,626). A Junior Planner would meet the minimum qualifications above with a demonstrated work history of moderately complex professional planning. A Senior Planner would have more advanced professional planning experience of high complexity and variety, often as a lead or with greater independence and judgment. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.) Essential Job Functions Review land use and environmental applications and site plans for compliance with local and state regulations and plans. Conduct project review meetings and site inspections as necessary to identify any applicable conditions and potential impact of project. Monitor assigned land use and environmental applications through approval, developing and preparing additional related data as required. Prepare staff reports of findings, including recommendations and supporting data for approval and submission to the Hearing Examiner, Planning Commission and/or Board of County Commissioners. Provide information to property owners, investors, real estate developers and other interested parties pertaining to land use applications, ordinances, codes and related community development information. Assists zoning and building inspectors in assuring compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. Works with the staff for legal action to resolve troublesome or non-complying cases. Communicate with the public on a variety of land use and environmental matters. Conduct and prepare limited technical research and recommendations for drafting or revising local development legislation and plans. Working Conditions & Physical Activities: (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Positions in this class typically require: Working primarily in an office with some field inspection work. Attendance at meetings outside of normal working hours at various locations throughout the County and occasional travel outside the County may be required. Walking and balancing (short and long distances) Climbing, including property slopes and banks anduneven ground Bending, stooping, twisting Reaching above and/or below shoulder Handling/grasping documents or equipment Sitting for extended periods of time Standing for long periods of time and the ability to walk through rough or uneven terrain may be required to conduct field inspections. Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person and/or on the telephone Hearing audible signals, safety warning devices, phones, traffic, and equipment Vision sufficient to read source materials, computer screen data, see detail or color, review plans, inspect field sites and discriminate color-coded safety information. Repetitive motions for computer, tool and equipment use. Requires exertion of force of 20 pounds occasionally, 35 pounds intermittently to lift/carry/move objects, files/documents and other materials or equipment. Incumbents may be exposed to: Potentially hazardous conditions on construction sites, including machinery and forklifts. Violent or hostile individuals. Inclement weather while conducting field inspections (temperature extremes, slippery surfaces). Road and traffic hazards. Nuisance dust. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process.. This position is not eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME 1308. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Incumbents may be required to work over 40 hours in a workweek. Work hours for this position are normally Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Employees may utilizethe approved DCD Telecommuting Policy and DCD Alternative Work Schedule Policy, which allows working from home one day per week and alternative schedule options with Supervisor approval. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This position will be open until filled. Review of first applications will occur on March 23rd with first planned interviews in early April 2020. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 01, 2020
Full Time
OVERVIEW KITSAP COUNTY COMMUNITY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (DCD) Kitsap County DCD seeks a JUNIOR PLANNER or SENIOR PLANNER to join our team of professionals. Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the incumbent performs varied and responsible professional planning work to evaluate, review, and process routine land use and environmental applications related to regional and community development in accordance with established procedures. Our planners specialize in plan reviews of a specific nature, support development of planning studies, and make recommendations pertaining to land use, environmental use, and advanced planning impacts. Planners will perform code development research and drafting, support implementation of land use and environmental regulations, and present technical reports and recommendations to hearings bodies. DCD focuses on enabling and assisting our Kitsap residents in building affordable, structurally sound, and environmentally conscious developments in the Kitsap Community. We provide our team the opportunity to learn and grow within our positive and innovative work environment; we empower our team to make decisions and pride ourselves on a culture of continuous improvement. Kitsap County DCD has earned national awards for the permitting system, public disclosure request system, and risk check program. It has received two Governor's Awards for comprehensive planning efforts and is recognized for its natural resources program by federal and state agencies as the "go to organization" for Puget Sound restoration efforts. The department has very engaged employees dedicated to delivering effective and efficient services to the citizens of Kitsap County. Nearly all employees are Lean Six Sigma trained and have development plans that encourage career growth at all levels. Please learn more about the department at our County webpage . This position will be open until filled. Review of initial applications will occur on March 23rd with first planned interviews in early April 2020. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Bachelor Degree in Planning, Environmental Planningor closely related field from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education AND four years of full-time professionalexperiencewith planning processes related to permit processing and community development is required; OR An equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the work. Preferred Education, Experience or Other Qualifications Experience with land use or current planning. Experience with environmental permitting. Experience with permit processing practices under differing sub-area plans. Experience with electronic plan submittal and review. American Institute of Certified Planners certification. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must: Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications. Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. Depending on experience and background, candidates will be brought on as a JuniorPlanner ($64,147-$72,571)or a Senior Planner ($72,571-$90,626). A Junior Planner would meet the minimum qualifications above with a demonstrated work history of moderately complex professional planning. A Senior Planner would have more advanced professional planning experience of high complexity and variety, often as a lead or with greater independence and judgment. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.) Essential Job Functions Review land use and environmental applications and site plans for compliance with local and state regulations and plans. Conduct project review meetings and site inspections as necessary to identify any applicable conditions and potential impact of project. Monitor assigned land use and environmental applications through approval, developing and preparing additional related data as required. Prepare staff reports of findings, including recommendations and supporting data for approval and submission to the Hearing Examiner, Planning Commission and/or Board of County Commissioners. Provide information to property owners, investors, real estate developers and other interested parties pertaining to land use applications, ordinances, codes and related community development information. Assists zoning and building inspectors in assuring compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. Works with the staff for legal action to resolve troublesome or non-complying cases. Communicate with the public on a variety of land use and environmental matters. Conduct and prepare limited technical research and recommendations for drafting or revising local development legislation and plans. Working Conditions & Physical Activities: (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Positions in this class typically require: Working primarily in an office with some field inspection work. Attendance at meetings outside of normal working hours at various locations throughout the County and occasional travel outside the County may be required. Walking and balancing (short and long distances) Climbing, including property slopes and banks anduneven ground Bending, stooping, twisting Reaching above and/or below shoulder Handling/grasping documents or equipment Sitting for extended periods of time Standing for long periods of time and the ability to walk through rough or uneven terrain may be required to conduct field inspections. Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person and/or on the telephone Hearing audible signals, safety warning devices, phones, traffic, and equipment Vision sufficient to read source materials, computer screen data, see detail or color, review plans, inspect field sites and discriminate color-coded safety information. Repetitive motions for computer, tool and equipment use. Requires exertion of force of 20 pounds occasionally, 35 pounds intermittently to lift/carry/move objects, files/documents and other materials or equipment. Incumbents may be exposed to: Potentially hazardous conditions on construction sites, including machinery and forklifts. Violent or hostile individuals. Inclement weather while conducting field inspections (temperature extremes, slippery surfaces). Road and traffic hazards. Nuisance dust. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process.. This position is not eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME 1308. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Incumbents may be required to work over 40 hours in a workweek. Work hours for this position are normally Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Employees may utilizethe approved DCD Telecommuting Policy and DCD Alternative Work Schedule Policy, which allows working from home one day per week and alternative schedule options with Supervisor approval. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This position will be open until filled. Review of first applications will occur on March 23rd with first planned interviews in early April 2020. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City and County of Denver
Denver, Colorado, United States
About Our Job The Denver Police Department Crime Laboratory is seeking applicants for a Forensic Scientist II position within the Latent Print Unit. This position performs forensic casework on evidentiary materials, including the evaluation, examination of physical evidence to include latent print analysis, comparison, evaluation and verification, preparation of case reports and files, and expert witness testimony in courts of law. This individual will serve as a peer reviewer for latent print casework, as well as actively participate in the laboratory's ISO/IEC 17025 quality assurance/quality control program. The Denver Crime Laboratory , as part of the Criminal Investigations Division, strives to aid victims through excellence in criminal investigation. The Crime Laboratory employs a variety of men and women career service employees to augment the investigation of criminal acts to make Denver a safer place to live. About Our Job Conducts independent chemical processing on physical items of evidence for the presence of latent prints to include documentation and subsequent digital image capture and processing. Conducts independent analysis, comparison, evaluation and verification of latent print evidence previously chemically developed or submitted by the Crime Scene Unit. Maintains chain-of-custody for evidence by recording descriptions of evidence, laboratory identification numbers, dates, times, tests performed, techniques used, and other pertinent information. Prepares a detailed, technical report for each case which records findings and interpretation of results. Consults with colleagues, investigators, and attorneys about findings and interpretation of results. Prepares court testimony that links findings with conclusions to withstand scrutiny by adversarial experts, assists with the establishment the scientific soundness of analytical methods, and communicates cases effectively to jurors. Trains law enforcement personnel, subordinates, colleagues, medical personnel, and interns in the collection, handling, and examination of evidence, the theory of laboratory instrumentation, techniques to link evidence with other findings, and in the principles of effective courtroom presentation. Operates and performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on state-of-the-art laboratory and analytical instruments and equipment. Performs independent research to develop and implement new techniques and recommends acquisition of state-of-the-art instrumentation. By position, visits crime scenes as needed to independently identify, collect, and preserve physical evidence. By position, develops or modifies work plans, methods, and procedures, determines work priorities, and plans work schedule to meet testing deadlines. Provides work instruction and assists employees with difficult and/or unusual assignments. Resolves problems encountered during daily operations and determines appropriate solutions. Responds orally to informal grievances and relays information to the supervisor. About You The ideal candidate will have: Three years of experience as a latent print examiner, and Be a current International Association for Identification Certified Latent Print Examiner. We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Baccalaureate Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Physics, or a directly related natural science, and Three years of professional criminalist and forensic analysis experience in latent prints, toxicology, forensic biology/DNA, drug chemistry, trace-evidence, or other forensic discipline including a demonstrated competence in using job specific instrumentation. Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements. Licensure and/or Certification: By position, possession of a valid driver's license at the time of application. Possession of a valid Colorado Class "R" driver's license prior to the end of probation. The Denver Crime Laboratory is an ISO 17025: 2017 accredited laboratory system. Condition of Employment: It is a condition of employment that the Denver Police Forensics & Evidence Division form for consent for collection of a DNA sample be completed at the time of hire. About Everything Else Job Profile CE0412 Forensic Scientist II To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here . Position Type Unlimited Position Salary Range $73,157.00 - $117,051.00 Starting Pay Agency Denver Police Department The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.
May 28, 2020
Full Time
About Our Job The Denver Police Department Crime Laboratory is seeking applicants for a Forensic Scientist II position within the Latent Print Unit. This position performs forensic casework on evidentiary materials, including the evaluation, examination of physical evidence to include latent print analysis, comparison, evaluation and verification, preparation of case reports and files, and expert witness testimony in courts of law. This individual will serve as a peer reviewer for latent print casework, as well as actively participate in the laboratory's ISO/IEC 17025 quality assurance/quality control program. The Denver Crime Laboratory , as part of the Criminal Investigations Division, strives to aid victims through excellence in criminal investigation. The Crime Laboratory employs a variety of men and women career service employees to augment the investigation of criminal acts to make Denver a safer place to live. About Our Job Conducts independent chemical processing on physical items of evidence for the presence of latent prints to include documentation and subsequent digital image capture and processing. Conducts independent analysis, comparison, evaluation and verification of latent print evidence previously chemically developed or submitted by the Crime Scene Unit. Maintains chain-of-custody for evidence by recording descriptions of evidence, laboratory identification numbers, dates, times, tests performed, techniques used, and other pertinent information. Prepares a detailed, technical report for each case which records findings and interpretation of results. Consults with colleagues, investigators, and attorneys about findings and interpretation of results. Prepares court testimony that links findings with conclusions to withstand scrutiny by adversarial experts, assists with the establishment the scientific soundness of analytical methods, and communicates cases effectively to jurors. Trains law enforcement personnel, subordinates, colleagues, medical personnel, and interns in the collection, handling, and examination of evidence, the theory of laboratory instrumentation, techniques to link evidence with other findings, and in the principles of effective courtroom presentation. Operates and performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on state-of-the-art laboratory and analytical instruments and equipment. Performs independent research to develop and implement new techniques and recommends acquisition of state-of-the-art instrumentation. By position, visits crime scenes as needed to independently identify, collect, and preserve physical evidence. By position, develops or modifies work plans, methods, and procedures, determines work priorities, and plans work schedule to meet testing deadlines. Provides work instruction and assists employees with difficult and/or unusual assignments. Resolves problems encountered during daily operations and determines appropriate solutions. Responds orally to informal grievances and relays information to the supervisor. About You The ideal candidate will have: Three years of experience as a latent print examiner, and Be a current International Association for Identification Certified Latent Print Examiner. We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Baccalaureate Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Physics, or a directly related natural science, and Three years of professional criminalist and forensic analysis experience in latent prints, toxicology, forensic biology/DNA, drug chemistry, trace-evidence, or other forensic discipline including a demonstrated competence in using job specific instrumentation. Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements. Licensure and/or Certification: By position, possession of a valid driver's license at the time of application. Possession of a valid Colorado Class "R" driver's license prior to the end of probation. The Denver Crime Laboratory is an ISO 17025: 2017 accredited laboratory system. Condition of Employment: It is a condition of employment that the Denver Police Forensics & Evidence Division form for consent for collection of a DNA sample be completed at the time of hire. About Everything Else Job Profile CE0412 Forensic Scientist II To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here . Position Type Unlimited Position Salary Range $73,157.00 - $117,051.00 Starting Pay Agency Denver Police Department The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.
