Forensic Officer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Victoria Police Full time

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Victoria Police

**Salary**: $70,086 - $77,377

Occupation: Science

Reference: VG/E20014497

The Victoria Police Forensic Services Department is an accredited laboratory that provides a professional forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice and the public.

**Victoria Police**

**Forensic Services Department**

**Forensic DNA Database Team (FDDT)**

**2 x FO-2 ongoing positions available**

The Victoria Police Forensic Services Department is an accredited laboratory that provides a professional forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice and the public.

**Forensic DNA Database Team Function**: The function of the FDDT is to participate in activities around the operation of the National Criminal Investigation DNA Database (NCIDD) and the NCIDD-Integrated Forensic Analysis (NIFA) database.

The FO-2 Forensic Officer role, as part of the Forensic DNA Database Team is to help achieve the functions of the unit in a timely manner.

Please note that based on business need, this role may include transfer for defined periods to other work units within Biological Sciences Group.

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.

**About the role**:

- As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:_
- Upload of increased volume of person samples/profiles on NCIDD/NIFA
- Assist with the Quality checking of DNA database links from NCIDD/NIFA
- Prepare and prioritise DNA profiles for NCIDD/NIFA upload
- Be aware of Victorian Legislative criteria/requirements in relation to DNA profile upload on NCIDD/NIFA
- Understand relevant Key Performance Indicators and provide database statistics to senior management.
- Participate in accreditation duties and meet obligations as required.
- As part of a team, assist in relevant research and development projects, which improve and expand Group methodology as part of the Department's standing as a national and internationally recognised “centre of excellence” as required.
- Assist in delivery of training to FDDT staff when required
- Present evidence in Courts of law of a factual nature, in an impartial and concise manner as required.
- Maintain appropriate knowledge of Victoria Police and Department policies, procedures and legislation.

**Skills & Experience**
- As the successful applicant, you will have: _
- Ability to undertake scientific/technical examinations following established procedures.
- Experience with the operation and maintenance of relevant scientific instrumentation.
- Proven administrative skills including the maintenance of detailed and accurate records.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to impart specialist knowledge and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work autonomously and/or in a team environment and to manage workloads in order to meet defined/agreed targets and deadlines.
- Prepare reports and provide results on technical matters relevant to own work area.
- An understanding of the customer service requirements of the position and a demonstrated record of strong commitment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
- A proven record of ethical behaviour and a demonstrated commitment to the Victoria Police Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Organisational Values.

**Requirements and relevant information**:

- Ongoing full-time positions available.
- Positions are located at 31 Forensic drive Macleod, Victoria
- Bachelor of Science Degree, preferably with a major in Molecular Biology and Genetics or equivalent is strongly desire
- The position may require the incumbent to work outside the ordinary hours e.g. (Shift work/Overtime/On call), and attend crime scenes
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
- **Resume,** and

**Applications close midnight, **Thursday 2**nd** February** 2023.**

**About Us**:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.

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