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Selects evidence submitted by police, legal counselors and other sources; gathers the most appropriate specimens for examination or analysis to derive the greatest possible information for the requesting party or parties; and selects, modifies or develops techniques pertaining to a comprehensive discipline(s) to yield the optimum analytical information and applies them to the exhibit material received taking into consideration sample size, time constraints and priorities.
Provides expert witness testimony and opinion evidence in courts of law; and explains and defends conclusions.
Interprets analytical results based on scientific principles, formulates expert conclusions stating the forensic significance of the results, confers with the contributing agencies and the requestor (e.g.: police or counselor) regarding the significance of the conclusions to an investigation or criminal charge and prepares written reports.
Identifies and analyzes material of probative value; and determines the physical evidence analysis requirements and the proper sequence of examination.
Trains internal and external clients; and develops and delivers lesson plans and other training tools.
Carries out quality control activities as specified for the forensic analyses conducted; and prioritizes the undertaking of cases by considering the seriousness of the circumstances, commitments etc.
Conducts research and development projects related, for example, to forensic science to expand forensic investigative techniques; keeps current with the advances in one or more forensic science specialties through scientific literature, conferences and seminars.
Assists and provides expert advice to police personnel regarding the gathering of the most probative specimens for examination or analysis so that the process will derive the greatest forensic value possible.
Work Location : 15707 118th Ave., Edmonton AB
There is lack of control over the pace of work and there is no tolerance for error during a criminal investigation process which can lead to stress.
The work involves a constant need to balance priority demands with frequent interruptions. These conditions which are present on a daily basis can result in mild to moderate levels of stress.
Psychological and emotional effort is required to remain composed and professional when providing expert witness testimony.
The work involves exposure to disagreeable or unpleasant crime scene environments and/or unpleasant materials such as graphic descriptions of major case investigations and crime scene photos.
There is exposure in the laboratory to solvents, chemicals and to biological materials such as blood and flesh samples which can lead to exposure to disease and there is occasional requirement to wear protective clothing or equipment.
The immediate need is to staff one position on an indeterminate basis, with a linguistic profile of English Essential and an RCMP Enhanced Reliability status security clearance.
A pool of candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions within the RCMP in Edmonton, AB on an indeterminate or specified period (including term, acting, or assignment) basis, with various linguistic profiles and various RCMP security clearances.
Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM.
Positions to be filled: 1
Your résumé.
A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year
Education:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a natural, physical or applied science with specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
Certification:
Successful completion of a Toxicology Program training program for Forensic Toxicologist* in an ISO17025 accredited forensic laboratory.
* qualified to direct drug analyses on biological samples, interpret the analytical results, and issue reports.
Experience:
EX1. Experience working as a Forensic Toxicologist in an ISO17025 accredited forensic laboratory.
EX2. Experience preparing expert witness reports.
English essential
Information on language requirements
Knowledge:
K1. Knowledge of the scientific principles and practices of forensic toxicology (i.e. analytical methods used to detect and quantify drugs in biological samples, interpretation of drug results in biological samples, etc.).
Abilities/Skills:
A1.Ability to communicate effectively and clearly orally
A2.Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in writing
A3. Ability to analyze problems/situations and recommend appropriate solutions
A4. Ability to plan and organize
Personal Suitability:
PS1. Integrity
PS2. Dependability
PS3. Effective interpersonal relationships
PS4. Attention to detail
Experience:
AEX1. Experience testifying in courts of law as an expert on the subject of forensic toxicology
AEX2: Experience training others
AEX3: Experience with JusticeTrax LIMS-plus or similar Laboratory Information Management Software
AEX4. Experience planning and conducting research projects
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
OR1. Willingness and ability to work in a police environment, including exposure to unsettling and/or graphic material, on a daily basis
OR2. Willingness and ability to work shifts and overtime
OR3. Maintain standing and/or sitting positions for extended periods of time
OR4. Work in cold rooms for limited periods in order to retrieve samples
Medical Profile:
The candidate must obtain and maintain a valid medical clearance
Security Clearance:
RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status
Willingness and ability to travel for work related assignments
Willingness and ability to complete the mandatory in-house training program if required
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be willing and able to testify in a court of law anywhere in Canada
Willingness and ability to work with and be exposed to hazardous chemicals, equipment and biological samples
Note: Candidates must meet the applicable Conditions of Employment at the time of appointment and must continue to meet these during the period of appointment.
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
Candidates must meet all essential qualifications to be appointed to a position. This will be determined through the use of various evaluation tools.
Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.
You must provide proof of education credentials. If you obtained your degree outside Canada, it is your responsibility to demonstrate its equivalence, please take a look at the following link for more information: https://www.cicic.ca
Indeterminate employees at the same group and level, or equivalent may be considered for deployment, assignment/secondment prior to the assessment of other applicants.
Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application form.
Our means of communication with applicants is via e-mail. Please ensure to include a functional e-mail address, which will accept messages from unknown users (some e-mail systems block these types of e-mails). It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
HOW TO APPLY:
You will be required to answer screening questions to demonstrate how you meet the Essential Qualifications (Education and all Essential Experiences).
When answering the screening questions, it is not sufficient to say that you have the required qualifications or to list your current or past responsibilities. Rather, you must provide concrete examples of tasks you have accomplished with significant details to explain the WHAT, WHEN, WHERE and HOW you acquired each qualification.
For each experience criteria, please provide the following information:
1- Name of the department or organization where the experience was acquired;
2- Title of the position occupied, group and level and the period(s) in which you performed the functions (M-Y to M-Y);
3- Specific details of tasks or projects demonstrating how the experience was acquired (Situation/Challenge, Tasks, Action and Result).
Should your responses to the screening questions contain insufficient details to demonstrate that you meet the screening criteria, your application will not be given further consideration in this process. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.