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Sample Inventory, Control, and Management (SICM) Specialist

Sample Inventory, Control, and Management (SICM) Specialist

Ideal Innovations

Quantico, VA • On-site

$19 - $24.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Level 1
Highlights:
You'll be...
  • Joining a dynamic forensics team with many opportunities to grow professionally
  • Work within the FBI with other forensics experts to support the FBI mission
  • Experiencing a unique opportunity to work with the FBI laboratory
  • Obtaining some or enhancing your experience working in a fully functional government laboratory working closely with other forensics experts

Typical Day:
The SICM Specialist provides evidence inventory services to properly inventory and maintain chain-of-custody of all evidence and forensic materials entering the facility. Note: Purpose of this performance work structure includes evidence database samples.
Tasks:
Train within the FBI laboratory to reach competency in the following tasks:
  • Receive, accession and prepare DNA database samples and/or boxes of forensic evidence or related materials - perform plate preparation and plate creation processes including punching samples into plates using automated punch workstations
  • Open and inventory contents of boxes.
  • Create laboratory worksheet from templates as necessary; enter data (laboratory number, case ID number, Questioned / Known numbers, and descriptions.
  • Create master and unit chain-of-custody forms.
  • Enter data into the Sample Tracking and Control Software (STACS) system and / or FA, create examination plan, and generate barcode labels.
  • Stage boxes and documentation for processing by unit specific teams.
  • Prepare boxes for proper storage
  • Load and unload boxes of evidence and forensic materials, including examination supplies and chemicals.
  • Maintain data/inventory of boxes of evidence and forensic materials received, in process, and returned to contributor.
  • Perform general shipping/receiving duties.
  • Use the current STACS and/or FA software for evidence inventory, tracking, and flow.
  • Maintain proper chain-of-custody of all forensic material under examination.
  • Support activities, functions, or duties, as defined in future TOs.
  • Communication with contributors as necessary.
  • Prepare administrative files on the evidence or samples
  • Interact and collaborate with other group/team members and other forensic staff to ensure a high quality and accurate product.

Required Qualifications:
  • Education: B.S. degree in science disciplines, criminal justice, or related field from accredited university/college.
  • Experience: six (6) months of evidence inventory, control and management experience or other forensic laboratory experience.
  • Skills: Computer data entry, course work in forensics, attention to detail, familiarization with QA / QC, experience with a LIMS.
  • Specialized Requirements: Must successfully complete and pass the FBI Laboratory/Unit specific training requirements and must successfully complete an FBI competency test within the time period as set forth by the FBI Laboratory/Unit specific program.

Clearance: US DoD/DOJ Top Secret (US citizenship required)
Location: Quantico, VA
Shift: Normal Day Shift
Ideal Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Ideal Innovations, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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