Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 09/24/15
Applications Due: 10/16/15
Vacancy ID: 23786
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of
TitleLaboratory Accreditation Specialist 2
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade23
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $67703 to $85635 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Pending Non-Competitive
Travel Percentage 5%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 PM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address 80 South Swan Street
Alfred E. Smith Building
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Promotional: One year of permanent service in a Laboratory Accreditation Specialist, SG-18.
Open-Competitive: Bachelor’s degree in a natural science and a minimum of five years of experience in an accredited forensic laboratory. A Master’s degree in a natural science may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will also have training and experience conducting audits/assessments, specifically related to forensic laboratory accreditation, membership in national or regional forensic organizations and/or certification from an organization recognized by the Forensic Specialties Accreditation Board is desirable.
Duties Description The Laboratory Accreditation Specialist 2 (LAS2) will assist the Director and Supervisor of Forensic Services in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of public forensic laboratories in New York State. This involves maintaining a program of accreditation for these laboratories as well as assisting in efforts to enhance their quality assurance (QA) practices and providing training. It also includes facilitating statewide efforts to combat backlogs and promote uniformity in test methodologies and standardization of laboratory methods and reporting. The successful candidate will be expected to travel approximately 5% of the time and supervise scientific and support staff.
Additional Comments Filling of this position is subject to Division of Budget Waiver Approval.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 518-485-1704.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Lori Chamberlain
Telephone 518-485-7696
Fax 518-457-4000
Email Address DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov
Address
Street 80 South Swan Street
Alfred E. Smith Building
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12210
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume via e-mail to DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov or to the contact information provided above. Please clearly demonstrate in your resume/cover letter, how you meet the minimum qualifications. Please reference posting # 23786 in your email and or cover letter.
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