Job Summary

Come join the U.S. Postal Service! The successful candidate conducts forensic analyses of digital and other multimedia evidence utilizing appropriate scientific methodologies, forensic techniques, and quality assurance practices in support of criminal and administrative investigations.

Job Description

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of forensic science techniques, laboratory protocols, scientific methodologies, and forensic examination procedures sufficient to conduct highly complex and unusually difficult analyses, interpret the value of evidentiary items, and provide court testimony. Knowledge of quality assurance and discipline principles, procedures, and protocols sufficient to conduct technical work reviews of analysts. Knowledge of proper evidence collection, preservation, packaging and shipment procedures sufficient to serve as a technical advisor in such matters, and to serve as a crime scene team leader for evidence collection activities during major field investigations. Ability to conduct complex scientific research and prepare detailed technical papers for publication and presentation at professional meetings. Ability to communicate orally and in writing in order to prepare reports of examination results and conclusions, and provide testimony as an expert witness before state, federal or other judicial bodies. Ability to plan, coordinate and conduct training regarding laboratory services, evidence collection, and field examination. Skill in the use of microscopes and digital / optical enhancement instruments. Ability to develop and implement laboratory programs, policies and procedures to ensure laboratory services are reflective of current trends and techniques in the forensic document discipline. Desirable Qualifications: Certification: Certified Forensic Video Analyst (CFVA) from LEVA, Forensic Video Certification from IAI, and vendor certification.