AddressThe 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 public.
Victoria Police
Forensic Services Department
Lab Operations – Biometric Services
Biological Sciences Group
Forensic DNA Database Team
FO-2 Forensic Officer positions available
20034662 (Fixed Term to 07/03/2025)
20007821 (Fixed Term to 29/11/2024)
The 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 public.
The function of the FDDT is:
- To participate in activities around the operation of the National Criminal Investigation DNA Database (NCIDD) and the NCIDD-Integrated Forensic Analysis (NIFA) database.
Note: based on business need, this role may include transfer for defined periods to other work units within BSG.
About the role:
As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:
- Upload of increased volume of person samples/profiles on NCIDD/NIFA
- Assist with the Quality checking of DNA database links from NCIDD/NIFA
- Prepare and prioritise DNA profiles for NCIDD/NIFA upload
- Be aware of Victorian Legislative criteria/requirements in relation to DNA profile upload on NCIDD/NIFA
- Understand relevant Key Performance Indicators and provide database statistics to senior management.
- Participate in accreditation duties and meet obligations as required.
- As part of a team, assist in relevant research and development projects, which improve and expand Group methodology as part of the Department's standing as a national and internationally recognised “centre of excellence” as required.
- Assist in delivery of training to FDDT staff when required
- Present evidence in Courts of law of a factual nature, in an impartial and concise manner as required.
- Maintain appropriate knowledge of Victoria Police and Department policies, procedures and legislation.
Skills & Experience
As the successful applicant, you will have:
- Ability to undertake scientific/technical examinations following established procedures.
- Experience with the operation and maintenance of relevant scientific instrumentation.
- Proven administrative skills including the maintenance of detailed and accurate records.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to impart specialist knowledge and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously and/or in a team environment and to manage workloads in order to meet defined/agreed targets and deadlines.
- Prepare reports and provide results on technical matters relevant to own work area.
- 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:
- Fixed Term full-time positions available until 07/03/2025 & 29/11/2024.
- Position is located at 31 Forensic drive Macleod, Victoria.
- Bachelor of Science Degree, preferably with a major in Molecular Biology and Genetics or equivalent.
- The successful candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only)
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
- 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 platforms: Job Skills Exchange (JSE) and Careers.vic.gov.a.au. 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 1st July 2024.
For further information on this role please contact Tim Frost via email *********@police.vic.gov.au or via phone 9450-9925.
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.
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 ******@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: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps
