Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of a Criminalist Manager or Criminalist Supervisor, the CA I is responsible for establishing and coordinating the operations of the laboratory’s evidence control system. The CA I utilizes various law enforcement database systems to perform technical and analytical duties for the Bureau of Forensic Services (BFS or Bureau). Duties include: receiving and evaluating the submission of case evidence; reviewing, processing and researching associated case information; establishing and ensuring the accuracy of the chain of custody for each submitted evidence item; monitoring and maintaining the laboratory’s evidence storage areas; and processing property information.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• The position(s) requires incumbents pass a Background Investigation prior to being hired. The Background Investigation may include Criminal Background and a review of any governmental records.
• The position(s) requires incumbents pass a Drug Screening Test. You will be required to take and pass the drug screening test prior to being hired.
• The position(s) requires incumbents pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of: The structure and content of the English language for oral and written communication; databases used to maintain information; policies regarding record management and access; and computer applications such as word processing and presentation software.

Ability to: Follow directions given by supervisors; navigate and collect information from a variety of databases; analyze and evaluate information; listen and communicate orally to gather and convey information; understand and interpret written material; attend to details in written and oral communication; and conduct oneself in a professional manner and with discretion when dealing with sensitive/confidential information.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Statement of Qualifications

In a 1-2 page written narrative (i.e., essay format, no lists or bullets), please address the following questions. Please address each question individually and clearly label (e.g., “Question 1”, “Question 2”, “Question 3”) which question you are responding to in your submission.

Please note that failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications and/or failure to follow the specific instructions noted above may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Question 1 : Describe your experience (e.g., length, depth, and breadth) providing effective communication to others. Identify specific positions within your application where you gained and refined the communication skills necessary to successfully fulfill your roles and responsibilities.

Question 2: Describe your amount of experience (e.g., length, depth, breadth) using Microsoft Excel, as well as any additional database experience you may have. In your response, a) expand on specific positions listed in your application in which you used Microsoft Excel and b) describe specific tasks you performed that demonstrate your proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Please also describe your proficiency using other databases you have experience with.

Question 3: Describe your experience with task management. In your response, identify specific positions in your application in which you demonstrated commitment to completing tasks, assignments, or projects. Explain how you proactively monitored progress and ensured important deadlines were met.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. To be considered for the position, applicants must submit an SOQ along with their application. Resumes do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Applicants who fail to follow these requirements or who do not provide responses to the specific questions in the order listed will be disqualified from the selection process. Please see below for SOQ questions.
• Other -

  Completion of an online hiring test is REQUIRED as part of the selection process for this position. This hiring test is not the same as the Examination to obtain list eligibility for any classification in the State of California. Please follow the steps below to satisfy this requirement.

  Step 1: Registration: Register for this online hiring test by completing the form at this link: 

  Instructions for providing proof of registration will be emailed when you complete this registration. You must upload proof of registration when applying for this position.

  Step 2: Complete the Hiring Test: You must complete the hiring test. You will receive instructions to complete this hiring test from Assessment.Support@doj.ca.gov after the Final Filing Date for this job posting.

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