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Forensic Professional Requirements
Note: Only positions linked to the Department of Personnel are hiring
at this time.
Forensic Scientist 1 (open) - Minimum Requirements:
- A bachelor of science degree in forensic science or a natural science,
which includes a minimum of 20 semester hours or 30 quarter hours
of chemistry, and 5 semester or 8 quarter hours of physics; and
- Desirable: One year of full-time paid technical experience
in an analytical, research, or crime laboratory. Note: An advanced
degree in forensic science or a natural science will substitute for
one year of experience in an analytical, research, or crime laboratory.
Forensic Scientist 2 (open) - Minimum Requirements:
- A bachelor of science degree in forensic science or a natural science,
which includes a minimum of 20 semester hours or 30 quarter hours
of chemistry, and 5 semester or 8 quarter hours of physics; and
- Two years of full-time paid technical experience in an analytical,
research, or crime laboratory, one year of which must have been in
a forensic science laboratory performing analyses of physical evidence
and testifying as an expert in courts of law.
Forensic Scientist 3 (open) - Minimum Requirements:
- A bachelor of science degree in forensic science or a natural science,
which includes a minimum of 20 semester hours or 30 quarter hours
of chemistry, and 5 semester or 8 quarter hours of physics; and
- Two years of experience as a Forensic Scientist 2 or three years
full-time paid technical experience in a forensic science laboratory
performing analyses of physical evidence which includes testifying
as an expert witness in courts of law.
Forensic Scientist 4 (open) - Minimum Requirements:
- A Bachelor of Science degree in forensic science or a natural science
which includes a minimum of 20 semester hours or 30 quarter hours
of chemistry and 5 semester or 8 quarter hours of physics; and
- Two years of experience as a Forensic Scientist 3 or five years
of full-time paid technical experience in a forensic science laboratory
which includes two years performing analyses of physical evidence
and testifying as an expert witness in courts of law.
All applicants for any position with the Washington State Patrol will
be required to complete a Personal Background Evaluation form and attach
it to their application. Background investigations will include a polygraph
examination and are conducted due to the confidential nature and security
of the job and the agency. Applicants offered a polygraph exam must
bring a certified copy of their driving records from the Department
of Licensing ($5) to the polygraph appointment. Any felony or misdemeanor
convictions or involvement in felonious or misdemeanor activities, including,
but not limited to, controlled substances, theft, moral turpitude, fraud,
larceny, or crimes of violence will be reasons for disqualification
for employment.
To apply for these or other positions within the laboratory system,
write to:
Forensic Services Director
Crime Laboratory Division
Washington State Patrol
2203 Airport Way S.
Seattle, WA 98134-2028
E-Mail: jobs@wsp.wa.gov
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Washington State Patrol
General Administration Building
Human Resource Division
210 11th Avenue SE, Suite G-12
PO Box 42620
Olympia, WA 98504-2620
Telephone: (360) 704-2300
Fax: (360) 704-2297
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