Forensic Officer- Reporting Unit 2

Victoria PoliceForensic Services DepartmentLab Operations – Biometric ServicesBiological Sciences GroupReporting Unit 21 x FO-3 Forensic Officer Fixed Term position available for 6 monthsThe Victoria Police Forensic Services Department is an accredited laboratory that provides a professional forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice and the publicThe function of the Reporting Unit (RU) is:

• To examine and report on analysis of crime exhibits for biological material
• To attend crime scenes
• To provide expert evidence in court.

The role of the FO-3 Case Worker is:

• As part of the BSG to help achieve the functions of the unit in a timely manner.

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.About the role:As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:

• Undertake routine biological casework with development towards some degree of complexity over time as part of a team.
• Attend and examine crime scenes and manage associated casework.
• Be responsible for providing both a timely and quality forensic service in a multi-skilled environment, and casework statistics to senior management.
• Undertake the interpretation of examinations, initiate problem identification and develop strategies to further investigate methods and procedures within the complexity of the position. Maintain equipment, instruments, laboratory space and document performance with respect to quality control criteria.
• Provide recommendations to management on administrative, scientific and database procedures as appropriate.
• Respond to customer enquiries and maintain computerised and administrative records.
• Participate in accreditation duties and obligations as required.
• Present expert opinion evidence in Courts of Law relating to multi-disciplinary skills in an impartial and concise manner
• Maintain appropriate knowledge of Victoria Police and Department policies, procedures and legislation.

Skills & ExperienceAs the successful applicant, you will have:

• Scientific/technical achievement, ability to interpret examinations and to successfully present technical and discipline related knowledge and advice to scientific/technical and non-scientific personnel at all levels, particularly in a Court context.
• Proven commitment to quality in casework and/or research or the ability to provide it.
• Well-developed specialist subject knowledge with an emphasis on forensic science.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and/or within a team environment.
• Ability to conduct scene examinations where little or no supervisory advice is available.
• Demonstrated Conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An understanding of the customer service requirements of the position and a demonstrated record of strong commitment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
• A proven record of ethical behaviour and a demonstrated commitment to the Victoria Police Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Organisational Values

Requirements and relevant information:

• Ongoing full-time position available.
• Position is located at 31 Forensic drive Macleod, Victoria.
• Bachelor of Science Degree, preferably with a major in Molecular Biology and Genetics or equivalent
• Salary range for FO-3 will be $90,137 - $99,157
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
• The successful candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only).
• The position may require the incumbent to work outside the ordinary hours e.g. (Shift work/Overtime/On call), and attend crime scenes
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.

For your application to be considered, your application must include:

• Resume, and
• Completed application form – Application form is attached to the advertisement. You must respond to the questions in the application form and attach same for your submission to be complete.

Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through the following platform: Job Skills Exchange (JSE). Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.Current Victorian Government employees must apply via Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE).Applications close midnight, Monday 8th April 2023.For further information on this role please contact Debra Ryan via email debra.ryan@police.vic.gov.au or (03) 9450 9846.If you have a disability/medical condition and require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirements/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact VPS Recruitment via email hr.fsd@police.vic.gov.au.About Us:Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.Having a workforce that reflects the community we serve is important to Victoria Police. We want to attract and retain people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you are interested in a position, we encourage you to apply as we celebrate the benefit that diversity brings to our employees, our services, and our community.Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: