Police Forensic Science Technician | Philadelphia, PA

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position This is forensic science technician work at the full performance level in support of criminal investigations for the Office of Forensic Science ( OFS ) or a patrol district or investigative unit of the Philadelphia Police Department.

Employees in this class assist qualified forensic examiners by supporting forensic science duties involved in the receipt, transfer, preservation, handling, preparation, analysis and comparison of items of evidence collected in criminal investigations. Employees in this class perform work in one of the following assignments: Biology/Chemistry, Evidence Control or Pattern Evidence. Positions within the Biology/Chemistry assignment prepare samples

for analysis by a forensic scientist, enter forensic sample data into databases and perform other basic laboratory and evidence duties.

Positions in the Evidence Control assignment receive, analyze, classify and store all evidence submitted to the Office of Forensic Science ( OFS ) or Patrol District or Investigative Unit, coordinate digital evidence activities to include Body Worn Cameras, make recommendations to increase efficiency of evidence submission and storage processes, utilize evidence databases, and assist with forensic forms and reports. Positions in the Pattern Evidence assignment classify, and analyze physical evidence related to a specified functional area; Firearms Identification, Document Analysis or Fingerprint Identification, assist forensic examiners, enter forensic sample data into databases and perform other basic laboratory and evidence duties.

An employee in this class may be required to work on a rotating shift. All work is performed in accordance with national and international quality assurance standards. Work is performed under the supervision of a technical or administrative superior, and involves some disagreeable aspects. Employees assigned to a patrol district or investigative unit will receive technical supervision from a technical superior at the Office of Forensic Science and onsite supervision from an administrative supervisor.

Union Code J. AFSCME D. C.47 Local 2187 FLSA Code Non-Exempt Minimum Requirements Minimum Training, Education & Experience The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications. Option 1: Biology/Chemistry Assignment 1. EDUCATION : Completion of 60 credits at an accredited college or university with major coursework in biology, chemistry, forensic science or a related physical or natural science.

OR 1. EDUCATION : Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth school grade. AND 2. EXPERIENCE : Two years of military service with an honorable discharge with specialized experience in biology, chemistry or clinical laboratory technology. OR Option 2: Pattern Evidence Assignment 1. EDUCATION : Completion of 60 credits at an accredited college or university with major coursework in a physical, natural or forensic science. OR 1. EDUCATION : Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

AND 2. EXPERIENCE : Two years of experience as a Fingerprint Identification Specialist 2 OR Two years of military service with an honorable discharge with specialized experience in armor, artillery, engineering or military police. OR Option 3: Evidence Control Assignment 1. EDUCATION : Completion of 60 credits at an accredited college or university with major coursework in:1. Criminal Justice2. Legal Studies3. Paralegal Studies4. Computer Forensics5. Computer Science/Information Technology6. Digital Filmmaking and Video Production7. Visual Effects and Motion Graphics8. Media Studies9.

Photography10. Physical or Natural Science/Forensic Science OR 1. EDUCATION : Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth school grade. AND 2. GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Two years of clerical experience in the Office of Forensic Science of the Philadelphia Police Department or in an accredited Forensic Laboratory. AND 3. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE : Two years of experience as a Legal Services Clerk performing specialized clerical work in support of law enforcement activities following chain-of-custody handling techniques for receipt and storage of evidence in the Office of Forensic Science.

OR 1. EDUCATION : Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth school grade. AND 2. EXPERIENCE : Two years of military service with an honorable discharge with specialized experience in digital forensics, computer science or logistics. NOTE : Selective Factor Certification may be utilized, as needed, to fill specific positions. In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 11.032 - Selective Factor Certification - the appointing authority may request certification of eligible candidates with the experience or education in the area of study to fill specific positions by assignment in this class.

Certification to fill such positions will be made from the two highest-ranking eligible candidates on the eligible list who possess the specified experience or education. City of Philadelphia Class(es) which typically meet the experience requirements: Pattern Evidence Assignment: Fingerprint Identification Specialist 2 (6C13) Evidence Control Assignment: Legal Services Clerk (Forensic Evidence Specialty only) (1B40) Physical & Medical Requirements Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class. Ability to visually distinguish test results, which may include color changes, pattern recognition, and interpretation of electronic data (tables, graphs and charts) if required by assignment.

Required Licenses & Certifications Other Requirements DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS Candidates MUST submit a copy of their official college transcript. It is an absolute requirement that you provide this documentation by January 22, 2024. It is optional whether you provide this documentation by attaching it to this application or submitting via email, postal mail, or fax. Your options are further explained below: Option 1 - Upload an official copy of your documentation and attach to this application You may upload the documentation into your account and attach to this application.

Once uploaded to your account, the documentation may be attached to all future applications. This will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future. This also ensures that your documentation will not be misplaced. Your documentation should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. It cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted.

Option 2 - Submit an official copy of your documentation via email, mail or fax If you submit the required documentation via email, mail or fax, it will be used for this application only. You will have to submit the documentation again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Copies of the documentation will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants. Mailing address for paper transcript and other required materials: Email: Fax: 215-686-xyz X Equivalency Statement(s) Application Details Application Procedures CITY OF PHILADELPHIA APPLICATION INFORMATION Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Philadelphia.

Please refer to the important information below regarding this job opportunity.1. You must complete the entire application process, provide accurate and up to date contact information, and submit all certifications, required licenses, and relevant documentation with each application or email the documents as an attachment to the Human Resources Representative listed below prior to the date of the exam.2. The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is: David Ross City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources1401 JFK Blvd.

Room 1530Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675Phone: 215-686-xyz XFax: 215-686-xyz XEmail: all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-xyz X or email Notes to Applicants As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer: Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs. Benefits - We care about your well-being. The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer. Learn more here: studentaid. gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or interactionual violence victim status.

If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-xyz X or send an email to more information, go to: www. phila. gov/humanrelations The City of Philadelphia is committed to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodation for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Unit of the Mayor's Office of Labor Relations at 215-683-xyz X.

The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant and the EEO Unit. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis using the required documentation that is submitted. Requests are to be made in a timely manner prior to the scheduled date of the Civil Service examination. As a condition of employment with the City, any person offered employment shall be required to certify that such person either is fully current on any and all debts, taxes, fees, judgments, claims, and other accounts and obligations due and owing to the City; or has voluntarily entered into a payment agreement with the City.

For so long as the person is employed by the City, the amount of the payment as set forth in the payment agreement (not to exceed, for any pay period, twenty percent (20%) of the person's gross pay for such period, without the person's consent) shall be withheld from each paycheck until such payment agreement is fully satisfied. Such person shall also be required to certify as a condition of employment that he or she is fully current on any and all debts, taxes, fees, judgments, claims, and other accounts and obligations due and owing to the Philadelphia Gas Works ( PGW ) or has voluntarily entered into a payment agreement with PGW.

Failure to enter into a payment agreement shall result in the cancellation of the appointment and removal from the certification. The name of the eligible candidate will be returned to the eligible list. New employees hired after September 1, 2021, must be vaccinated. New employees must either be fully vaccinated or have received one dose (if receiving a two-dose vaccine) by their start date with the City and will have a 30-day grace period to become fully vaccinated.

During this grace period, these employees will be required to double-mask in City offices. To find a vaccination clinic near you, please visit phila. gov/vaccine. Only an on-line application will be accepted for this exam. Paper applications will not be accepted. Computers are available in the Walk-In Center located in Room 167 of City Hall (Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM) and at your local Philadelphia Free Library branch. For inquiries regarding City employment, contact the Office of Human Resources Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM by telephone at 215-686-xyz X or by email at ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on December 22, 2023.

Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:1) Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number.2) Attempt to practice fraud or deception in the preparation of this application All correspondence and notifications will be sent to your e-mail address or postal address listed in the contact information (address, phone #, e-mail) of your account profile.

Your contact information will be automatically updated each time you submit an application for employment. It is your responsibility to change your contact information and to ensure that it is correct. If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail. You should add to your address book or list of trusted contacts to prevent notices from being marked as spam by your e-mail provider. Please call the Office of Human Resources at 215-686-xyz X or email if you have any questions. Information concerning employment with the City of Philadelphia may be found at: http: //www.

phila. gov/personnel http: //www. phila. gov/personnel/Exams FAQ. html Facebook: @Cityof Philadelphia JOBS Twitter: @PHLCity Jobs ELIGIBLE LIST OPEN - COMPETITIVE : Only an Open-Competitive eligible list will be established as a result of this examination. Permanent City employees will receive no promotional preference in this examination. Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT - Applicants must have established bona fide residency in the city of Philadelphia for one year prior to appointment for this civil service opportunity. PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS : Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other persons receiving an identical test score. For Training and Experience evaluations, in which applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination, the residency preference eligibility date is the planned eligible list date listed on this application, January 22, 2024.

To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence later in this form. The response on this application will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements. If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration.

No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration. U. S. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE - Ten (10) points for veteran's preference will be added to the scores of eligible veterans who apply for open competitive tests and pass the examination. To be eligible, the veteran must be honorably discharged from the U. S. Armed Forces by the first date of the examination. Candidates must submit a DD214 Member-4 to the staff member listed on the announcement if they wish for their eligibility to be reviewed.

Spouses of disabled or deceased veterans may also be considered and will be required to submit additional documentation. LEGACY PREFERENCE - Ten (10) points for legacy preference will be added to the scores of the children and grandchildren of Philadelphia Firefighters or Police Officers who were killed or died in the line of duty who apply for open competitive tests and pass the examination. Candidates must submit documented proof of relationship to the deceased parent or grandparent AND the death certificate of the deceased parent or grandparent. NATIONAL VOLUNTEER SERVICE PREFERENCE - Up to 5 additional points will be added to the examination score of any candidate who has passed the open competitive examination and who has: Successfully completed a term of volunteer service with Peace Corps, Ameri Corps NCCC (including FEMA Corps), or Ameri Corps VISTA.

Such candidates will be awarded five (5) points for the completion of a two-year term of service or three (3) points for the completion of a one year term of service. B. Successfully completed at least 450 hours of service with Ameri Corps State and National (including Teach for America). Such candidates will have: 1 point added to their final score if they have completed 450 Hours of the above service.

2 points added to their final score if they have completed 675 Hours of the above service. 3 points added to their final score if they have completed 900 Hours of the above service. 5 points added to their final score if they have completed 1700 Hours of the above service. NEW! Philadelphia School District Career and Technical Education Preference Points For exams announced after May 1, 2023, excluding Police and Fire entry level exams, candidates who successfully pass the open-competitive examination shall have up to 5 points added to their final score in accordance with Regulation 9.0670.

Only those competitors who have a passing grade in an all parts of the examination shall receive additional credits to which they may be entitled. The following requirements must be satisfied for a candidate to receive additional credits for examinations. Candidates must have completed and graduated from a career technical education ( CTE ) program of the School District of Philadelphia during the three-year period immediately preceding the examination announcement open date. 2. Candidates may claim the additional credit at any time after the date that the examination is announced until 30 days after the Established List of Candidates is approved by the Director or his/her designee.3.

If the 5 additional points from the CTE preference would rank a CTE graduate above a veteran, additional points shall be applied to the CTE candidate's passing score to rank them directly below the veteran.