MSP CRIME SCENE SECTION SUPERVISOR

Introduction

This position is for the MSP Crime Scene Technician Supervisor classification and is located at the MSP Forensic Sciences Division HQ in Pikesville, MD.� The position is responsible for the Northern Region of the state which includes Howard, Baltimore, Harford and Cecil Counties\r\n

GRADE

0022\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSP Forensic Sciences Division\r\n221 Milford Mill Road\r\nPikesville, MD 21208\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position analyzes crime scenes to render an opinion as to the scientific value of all forms of evidence in order to identify, collect, record and preserve for further analysis. This position may also be required to perform analysis and render scientific opinions in court related to one or more of the three specialized Units to include Bullet Trajectory Analysis, Bloodstain Pattern Analysis and Shoe & Tire Classification Analysis. In addition, this position supervises all subordinate crime scene analysts within the Crime Scene Section.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Supervise Crime Scene Technicians - Supervises, directs and coordinates crime scene analysis/processing and analytical casework and conducts technical and administrative reviews to ensure scientifically sound and SOP compliant methods were utilized\r\n\r\n\r\nInitial Crime Scene Analysis�\r\n\r\n\r\nDetailed Evidence Interpretation/Examination\r\n\r\n\r\nAdditional Forensic Functions - Including attend autopsies, preparation of scale diagrams, technical scale photography, proper use of chemical reagents, preparation of clear, technically sound, accurate and informative reports\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, forensic sciences, chemistry, biology, geology or related physical or natural science from an accredited college or university.\r\nExperience:�Five years of experience identifying, collecting, recording and preserving physical evidence at crime and disaster scenes including experience in providing testimony as an expert witness in moot or criminal court.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute additional experience identifying, collecting, recording and preserving physical evidence at crime and disaster scenes to include experience in providing expert testimony, on a year-for- year basis for the required education.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute additional experience at another accredited crime laboratory performing equivalent work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree in the above physical, natural or forensic sciences from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.\r\n4. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree in the above physical, natural or forensic sciences from an accredited college or university for two years of the required experience.� \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1.� Experience working as a field trainer responsible for on-the-job training, evaluating and guiding lower level Crime Scene Technicians\r\n2.� Experience working in an acting capacity role in the absence of a Crime Scene Technician Supervisor\r\n3.� Working independently within a system without daily supervisory contact\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification will be assigned duties which require the�operation of a motor vehicle and as such will be required to possess a motor�vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n2. Candidates�appointed to this classification must possess the certification or license required by the governing body of the forensic discipline associated with�the job duties for the specific position. Specific information concerning the requirements and procedures of the applicable governing body can be obtained�from the Human Resources office of the Maryland Department of State Police,1201 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. In accordance with Public Safety Article, Section 2-204 (b) (6) of the�Annotated Code of Maryland, candidates for positions in this classification will be subject to an initial drug screening, a physical examination, submission of a DNA sample, and a complete criminal background investigation, to include a polygraph examination before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the candidate by the hiring agency. \r\n2. Employees in this classification are subject to random substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.\r\n3.�Employees in this classification are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and,�therefore, are required to provide the agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.�\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this classification.� It is, therefore, essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.� Successful candidates will be placed on an Eligible List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED or QUALIFIED and remain eligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of application.� The list will be used by the Hiring Manager to select employees\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.� You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement or the rating may be based on your application.� Report all experience and education that is related to this position.� Applicants will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE:� Currently, applicants are limited to\r\nuploading one file.� As a result, it is\r\nstrongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents\r\n(Undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file.� If you are unable to apply online, you may\r\nsubmit an application via mail.� The\r\nMaryland State Application Form can be found online. \r\nCompleted applications,\r\nrequired documentation and any required addendums may be\r\nmailed to:������ \r\nMaryland\r\nState Police\r\nHuman\r\nResources Division / Berlin Barrack\r\n9758\r\nOcean Gateway \r\nBerlin,\r\nMD 21811\r\nATTN:� Robert Tanner\r\nRobert.tanner@maryland.gov\r\nTTY\r\nUsers:� call via Maryland Relay\r\nAs an equal opportunity\r\nemployer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting\r\nemployees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.� Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.\r\n\r\nIt is the policy of the\r\nMaryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws\r\nprohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment\r\nopportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to\r\nage, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information,\r\nmarital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious\r\naffiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation \r\n���� We thank our Veterans for their service to\r\nour country and encourage them to apply.\r\n��� If you have any questions about this\r\nrecruitment, please contact the Maryland State Police ������at 410-629-1673. \r\n