Forensic Officer

**Victoria Police**

**Forensic Services Department**

**Lab Operations - Biometric Services**

**Evidence Recovery Unit**

**FO-2 Ongoing Forensic Officer Role available.**

**About the Unit**:
**_ The function of the Evidence Recovery Unit is:_**
- The examination of crime exhibits for the presence of biological material
- The submission of biological material found on exhibits to the DNA Analysis Unit for DNA profiling
- To participate in the recovery of biological material from exhibits in a multidisciplinary evidence recovery environment

**About the Role**
- As part of the Evidence Recovery Unit to help achieve the functions of the unit in a timely manner

**_As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:_**
- Under direction and supervision assist with the examination and analysis of exhibits using defined methods and procedures
- Maintain equipment, instruments, laboratory space and document performance with respect to quality control criteria.
- Participate in services supplied by the technical support area as required.
- Participate in activities required to maintain accreditation and meet obligations as required.
- Provide recommendations to management on administrative procedures as appropriate.
- Provide general administrative assistance, respond to customer enquiries, maintain computerised records and compile statistical reports.
- As part of a team, and under direction, assist in relevant R&D projects that help improve and expand Group methodologies.
- Present evidence in Courts of law of a factual nature, in an impartial and concise manner as required.
- Prioritise casework and provide statistics to management.
- 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 Forensic Officer level 2 position available.
- Position is located at 31 Forensic Drive Macleod.
- A relevant tertiary qualification is highly desirable and will be a consideration in the recruitment process.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.

**How to apply**:

- **Resume**:
**Applications close midnight, Monday 24**th** February 2025.**

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

**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.