Forensic In Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Department Information *Updated announcement from current CDPS classified employees to open competitive effective 7/10/2026 THIS POSTING IS ONLY OPEN TO RESIDENTS OF THE STATE OF COLORADO AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION. An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months. Our Mission -Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.

Our Vision -Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado. Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans.

Careers with a purpose: If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join. We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery. You'll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community.

When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be. Classification and Salary: TECHNICIAN III Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,280 - $5,175.43/month; $51,360 - $62,105.16/year Full Salary Range: $4,280 - $6,849/month; $51,360 - $82,188/year Unmatched Benefits: We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents

We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts. State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP. Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).

Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado. Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role. We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans.

For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details. CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days. The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state.

It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services. Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.

Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility. To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits. Description of Job About the Work Unit The Colorado Bureau of Investigation Forensic Services (CBIFS) maintains four operational forensic science laboratories throughout the state: Denver, Pueblo, Grand Junction, and Northern Colorado.

Forensic Services is responsible for the scientific analysis of physical evidence collected from crime scenes. The role of our evidence technicians is to maintain the integrity and quality of items submitted as evidence by our customers. In order to best serve the citizens of Colorado, we strive to build and maintain partnerships not only with law enforcement agencies but also within the communities we serve.

Work Environment Typical work hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Primary work will be out of an office. Majority in-person position.

50%-active work moving, lifting, organizing objects 50% -office work including data entry About the Job Ensures the timely, complete and accurate documentation of vital information related to database samples collected from convicted offenders and arrestees into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) or other data information systems in support of the forensic laboratory system. Handles and documents DNA samples collected pursuant to C.R.S 16-11-102.4, 16-11-103 and 19-2.5-1119 by state and local law enforcement agencies and from correctional facilities. Determines whether the samples submitted have met CBI's quality checks and legal requirements, and are acceptable for analysis, including working knowledge of expungement eligibility requirements to ensure timely processing

Work with law enforcement partners to address issues with submissions, request re-sampling and give guidance on the method of collection of DNA samples for the database. Consults with and defers to laboratory management as it relates to all evidence based duties. Provides courtroom testimony.

This position assists in the Toxicology section as staffing needs arise. Key Responsibilities Sample Accessioning This position works with DNA database and is responsible for the accessioning of all DNA samples received by the database. Utilizes the LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System), CCIC (Colorado Crime Information Center) and CoCourt (Colorado Courts Database) and various fingerprint databases to ensure the information on the submission is complete and correct.

Determines the CODIS (Combined DNA Index System) specimen category that the profile will be indexed in the State and National DNA database. Consults with the Technician IV or management when complex situations lead to questions in eligibility Ensures proper handling of the DNA samples and records in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and the FBI's Quality Assurance requirements. Complies with all of the policies and procedures of the CBIFS.

Is available to assist in audits as required by the policies and procedures of the CBIFS. When errors arise participates in a root cause analysis to help identify the cause of the error. Interacts with a variety of internal and external customers and requires the individual to work effectively and collaborate in a professional, knowledgeable manner in all circumstances, ensuring all expectations are met or exceeded.

These customers may include but are not limited to: database section staff, forensic scientists, laboratory management, law enforcement agencies, intake personnel at the Department of Corrections, the Department of Youth, the Department of Probation or various jails. Provides guidance and assistance with specific training tasks for newer team members. Consults and refers to the Team Lead when complex or non-routine situations arise.

Regularly consults with and defers to the State CODIS administrator, work lead or laboratory management as it relates to all aspects of the DNA database. DNA Sample Destruction/Legal Expungement Position destroys DNA samples when appropriate. Utilizes the LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System), CCIC (Colorado Crime Information Center) and CoCourt (Colorado Courts Database) and various fingerprint databases in an efficient manner to determine if eligible charges are filed with the courts.

Applies the eligibility requirements for destruction in C.R.S 16-23-101(Katie's Law). C.R.S 16-23-10, part of Katie's law, outlines the requirements for legal expungement. The position initiates this process and contacting the district attorney's office for input Ensure research of samples records are done in a timely manner to allow for profiling

This position regularly consults with and deferring to Team Lead, State CODIS administrator, work lead, or laboratory management as it relates to all aspects surrounding legal eligibility. CODIS Hit Verification Assists the state CODIS administrator with hit verifications in a timely manner. Provides the state CODIS administrator with criminal history documentation of a qualifying offense associated with the DNA sample at the time of submission as well as biometric information including ten print verification for this process in accordance the National DNA Index System (NDIS) Operational Procedures standards.

Applies ten print comparisons knowledge to verify the touch prints taken at the time of a Convicted Offender collection and to assist in the hit verification process. This position regularly consults with and deferring to Team Lead, State CODIS administrator, work lead, or laboratory management as it relates to all aspects of the DNA database. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.

Minimum Qualifications Three years experience of experience maintaining records in a law enforcement agency or closely related work that requires maintaining accurate records, processing information or materials, following procedures and ensuring data quality and integrity. OR A combination of related education and/or experience maintaining records in a law enforcement agency or closely related work that requires maintaining accurate records, processing information or materials, following procedures and ensuring data quality and integrity equal to three (3) years. If education is substituted for work experience, an unofficial transcript of the relevant education must be provided with your application.

Preferred Qualifications Experience working with a criminal justice database, including CCIC (Colorado Crime Information Center), CoCourt (Colorado Courts Database), CDAC or similar database. Training and proficiency in 10-print comparisons. Conditions of Employment Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.

Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, driving history, Personnel Evaluation (PEP) assessment, fingerprint based criminal history search and a drug test. Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license. This position may be required to assist in another laboratory throughout the state and may be required to provide courtroom testimony statewide.

This position may be required to handle, package and store evidence items that could be considered hazardous. Drug testing equipment contains caustic materials or acids as do the dangerous drugs themselves. Although infrequent, it is possible for this position to have direct exposure to hazardous materials.

This position is requires to move up to 40-50 pounds from one location to the next occasionally. This position frequently lifts and carries items or containers that may be heavy or require lifting above the shoulders. This position also requires frequent walking, pulling and pushing.

This position is required to be available to respond to the central evidence facility to assist troopers in booking large quantities of evidence. Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.

Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb

If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300.

The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Supplemental Information Are you in need of an accommodation. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources department at cdps_hr@state.co.us. Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received

Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qual...