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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00051775 |
Description Activated On: 12/10/2024 9:47:39 AM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Participates in a structured serology training program designed to develop knowledge, understanding and technical skill related to physiological fluid analysis, hair identification, report preparation and courtroom testimony. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of a laboratory supervisor who assigns and reviews work in progress and upon completion. Work requires limited technical skills and is performed with increasing independence as experience is gained. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. 45% Under the direct supervision of a technical superior performs serological testing on evidence submitted to the laboratory for the detection, identification, and characterization of blood, semen and other biological fluids, employing the techniques outlined in the Serology Procedures Manual. Based on data generated, a report is prepared and submitted to the requesting agency that states the results of the examination. 15% Participates in a training program designed to develop skills in the detection, analysis, and characterization of blood, semen, other biological fluids, and hairs and to develop skill in the preparation of accurate and concise reports of analysis suitable for presentation in courtroom proceedings. 10% Maintains complete and accurate documentation of all testing and results in the case file. 5% Under the direct supervision of a technical superior, performs identification of hairs employing the techniques outlined in the Serology Procedures Manual. Based on data generated, a report is prepared and submitted to the requesting agency that states the results of the examination. 5% Receives instruction in the various techniques used to collect, preserve, handle, and receive physical evidence and its importance with regard to the control of evidence and courtroom testimony. 5% Completes comprehensive competency testing consisting of serological testing of blood, semen, biological fluids, the identification of hairs and the presentation of findings in a mock trial. 5% Testifies as an expert witness, when required, on chain of custody, analytical techniques and the results of analysis of evidence examined. 5% Ensures compliance with all policies and procedures outlined in the Bureau of Forensic Services Quality Assurance and Safety Manuals. Ensures laboratory conformance to quality system and laboratory accreditation requirements. 5% Performs related tasks, as required, to maintain the efficient operation of the laboratory including those found in the Bureau of Forensic Services' Continuity of Operation Plan (COOP) when the Department’s COOP Plan is activated. Responds to the designated alternate or secondary location when directed in response to a catastrophic incident. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Determines what scientific tests to perform, interprets the results of analysis, and prepares a written report on the findings. Testifies in a court of law concerning the results obtained from the testing of evidence. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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