CITYWIDE JOB VACANCY NOTICE
Civil Service Title: Evidence and Property Control Specialist
Level: II
Title Code No: 71022
Salary: $52,065
Office Title: Evidence and Property Control Specialist II
Work Location: 421 East 26th Street
Division/Work Unit: Forensic Biology
Number of Positions: 1
Hours/Shift: Will work weekends and holidays as assigned, as a part of the regular thirty-five hour schedule.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person.
We exist to provide answers in support of families, victims and community during times of profound need.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The core values of the OCME are to put the mission of the agency first, to be truly dedicated and to have integrity in every aspect of our professional life. Under administration direction with latitude for independent initiative and decision making, incumbent will perform the following duties but are not limited to:
- Working with the Laboratory Information Management System assigns cases to correct case type
- Triages evidence and makes determination for assignment
- Works closed with NYPD and the District Attorney Offices in the five boroughs
- Investigates evidence mistakes, missing items and chain of custody issues
- Ensures that Forensic Biology cases are entered in LIMS timely and vouchers are associated with case.
- Stays abreast of emerging technological advances in areas of expertise.
- Performs special assignments/projects as directed.
Minimum Qual Requirements
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in the areas of security, law enforcement and/or active military duty.
Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
Special Patrolman Requirement: At the time of appointment, you must meet the following qualifications for Special Patrolman status (a status given by the New York City Police Department pursuant to Title 38, Chapter 13 of the Rules of the City of New York):
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, candidates must have, in addition to the minimum qualification requirements, at least one year of experience in Assignment
Level I or in a supervisory capacity.
Additional Information
LICENSE REQUIRMENTS
A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. Employees must maintain the license for the duration of their employment.
SPECIAL NOTE
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, candidates must have, in addition to the minimum qualification requirements, at least one year of experience in Assignment Level I or in a supervisory capacity.
1. Selected candidates will be required to provide a DNA samples by swabbing.
2. This position has been identified as “essential.” During emergency events, “essential” positions may require 24-hour availability.
To Apply
TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov .
JOB ID #234202
NO PHONE CALLS
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
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