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AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of

TitleLaboratory Accreditation Specialist 1

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 80 South Swan Street

Alfred E. Smith Building

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Duties Description The Laboratory Accreditation Specialist (LAS) 1, SG-18, will report to the Laboratory Accreditation Specialist 2, SG-23, and will provide support to the Office of Forensic Services (OFS) and the State Commission on Forensic Science. The duties of the LAS 1 will include assisting the LAS 2 in the review of accreditation documentation submitted by forensic laboratories; resolving issues with non-conforming work submitted by laboratories; promoting uniform methodologies by preparing summaries and spreadsheets using data from proficiency test providers; collecting and organizing documentation of proficiency test participation by laboratories to verify compliance; assisting in coordination of work group meetings; identifying host sites for training activities and organizing specialized forensic training courses across the State; and assisting in the development and administration of web based specialized forensic training.

The LAS 1 will also assure that pertinent information on accreditation maintenance and proficiency testing is gathered and disseminated to members of the Commission on Forensic Science and DNA Subcommittee; develop and administer annual workload surveys to assess laboratory productivity; assist the LAS 2 with Requests for Proposals, Requests for Applications, and Federal Grant Applications; and prepare summary reports and other presentation materials for use by the Commission on Forensic Science and the DNA subcommittee to fulfill their accreditation responsibilities. Approximately 5% travel is required.

Minimum Qualifications A bachelor’s degree, preferably in a natural science, and two years of appropriate experience either in an accredited forensic laboratory, a medical/health laboratory, or an office of forensic services. A master’s degree in a natural science may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Additional Comments Up to 5% travel may be required for this position.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. DCJS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity and inclusion.

Please be advised that the Division of Criminal Justice Services does not currently offer sponsorship for employment visas.

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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Unit at DEIA@dcjs.ny.gov or (518) 485-1704.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Rachel Spring

Telephone 518-485-7963

Fax 518-457-4000

Email Address DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov

Address

Street 80 South Swan Street

Alfred E. Smith Building

City Albany, NY

State NY

Zip Code 12210

Notes on ApplyingPlease send a cover letter and resume to the email address above. Please reference posting # 203383 on your cover letter.

DCJS was named to the Times Union’s list of 2017 through 2025 Top Workplaces as voted on by our employees.