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Location : 1215 Truxtun Ave. Bakersfield, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 9234
Department: DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Opening Date: 12/13/2023
Closing Date: 1/3/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Information
Amended: 12/13/2023
Minimum Qualifications/ Employment Standards:
LEVEL I: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, criminalistics, forensic science, biology, or a closely related laboratory science field. Relevant course work must contain a laboratory component. Course work must included 24 semester or 36 quarter units in chemistry including general chemistry, quantitative analysis, organic, and inorganic chemistry OR 12 semester or 18 quarter units in biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology (molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology) or other subjects which provide a basic understanding of the foundation of forensic DNA analysis, as well as statistics and/or population genetics as applied to Forensic DNA analysis. Course work must satisfy DNA Advisory Board criteria and must contain a laboratory component. An advanced degree without the stated undergraduate course requirements will not meet the employment standards, unless the curriculum of the advanced degree covered the appropriate core courses.
Please ensure to attach a copy of your transcripts with the degree conferral date to your application . If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or fax to (661) 868-3928 or email to hernandezmic@kerncounty.com
Examinations:
Written Examination (weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of theoretical and analytical principles of natural and physical sciences including organic, inorganic, biochemistry and biology, and other applicable fields and disciplines and the ability to apply these principles to scientific examinations as related to a forensic laboratory. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
This position works within the Kern Regional Crime Laboratory of the Kern County District Attorney. For more information about the department, please view their website
About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click or follow us:
High Performance Culture
Kern County is actively engaged in creating a culture that promotes excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. is Kern County's continuous improvement initiative based on the principles of Lean Six Sigma. LaunchKern empowers our valued employees to change the way government works by improving their work environment, saving taxpayer dollars and enhancing services to residents.
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
The Kern Regional Crime Laboratory, which is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board in Testing and Calibration, is seeking to fill a Criminalist position. This position will have a primary analytical assignment and secondary crime scene response assignment.
The Kern Regional Crime Laboratory was constructed in 2000 and is located in Bakersfield, California. The Laboratory is managed by a Laboratory Director who is supported by an Assistant Lab Director, Supervising Criminalists and a DNA Technical Lead, Criminalists and Forensic Technicians, and administrative support staff. The Criminalist position reports to a Supervising Criminalist.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates are encouraged to indicate acceptable geographical locations in which they would accept employment on their application form. Candidates MUST be willing to travel to these locations (areas/district offices).
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
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I certify I have a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, criminalistics, forensic science, biology, or a closely related laboratory science field. (Failure to attach transcripts will result in a rejection of application.)
02
I certify I have one (1) year of experience equivalent to Criminalist I in the County of Kern. A Masters or Doctorate degree in one of the above disciplines may be substituted for the one year of experience.
03
I possess 24 semester or 36 quarter units in chemistry including general chemistry, quantitative analysis, organic, and inorganic chemistry OR 12 semester or 18 quarter units in biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology (molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology).
04
All applicable diploma(s), transcripts, licenses, and/or certificates must be attached with your application. I have submitted copies of all applicable diploma(s), transcripts, licenses, and/or certificates with my application. (Failure to attach required supplemental materials will result in the rejection of application.)
05
Please provide the name of the institution and number of educational units completed in each of the following areas of study. If a lab portion of the class was also completed, please indicate that as well. Please list all that apply:a. Molecular Biologyb. Biochemistryc. Geneticsd. Statistics or Population Geneticse. General Chemistryf. Quantitative Analysisg. Organic Chemistryh. Inorganic Chemistry
06
Do you have paid or unpaid experience (including internships) in a laboratory setting?
07
If you indicated that you have paid or unpaid experience, please describe your laboratory work experience, including the organization name, date and work performed. Your response is subject to verification by the department. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
08
Have you been assigned or developed a project?
09
If you indicated that you have been assigned or developed a project, please briefly describe the project including the organization name that you worked for during the project and your level of involvement. (Examples of projects could include developing a new protocol or method, research, writing a policy, validating an instrument, conducting an audit, or an internship project.) Your response is subject to verification by the department. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A' in the section below.
10
Do you have experience delivering oral presentations?
11
If you indicated that you have experience delivering oral presentations, please briefly describe your public speaking experience including the groups you have presented to, the topics and presentation dates. Your response is subject to verification by the department. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
12
Have you ever been convicted of any offense other than a minor traffic violation? Please Note: You are not required to disclose convictions of Marijuana-related offenses per Labor Code 432.8; if those convictions are more than two years old. If you are not required to disclose a conviction, you may answer "NO" to the question above. The fact that a conviction has been relieved or expunged does not necessarily relieve you of the obligation to disclose that conviction. (For instance, you are legally required to list all convictions relieved under Penal Code Section 1203.4.) Failure to list any conviction which you are legally obligated to disclose is an omission of a material fact which will cause forfeiture of all rights of employment with the County of Kern.
13
If you answered "YES" to the above question, complete the Conviction Summary below. If you answered "NO" to the above question, enter "NA" below. Starting with your most recent conviction, please list all convictions (not arrests) you have received, with accurate dates and in full detail. As per Civil Rule 307.10.01, a "conviction," shall include a plea of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere. The Human Resources Division will review your application and this supplement to determine whether or not your conviction record affects your eligibility for examination or certification. The Civil Service Commission may refuse to examine or, after examination, to certify as eligible or may remove an eligible from the eligible list for good cause. Conviction Summary--For EACH conviction you must provide all of the following information: 1. Convicted of (Code # & Offense) 2. Date 3. Location 4. Disposition (fine, sentence, etc.) 5. Explanation of circumstances of case (add additional information as an attachment if needed) 6. Current Status (Probation, Parole, etc.)
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Location : 1215 Truxtun Ave. Bakersfield, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 9234
Department: DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Opening Date: 12/13/2023
Closing Date: 1/3/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Information
Amended: 12/13/2023
Minimum Qualifications/ Employment Standards:
LEVEL I: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, criminalistics, forensic science, biology, or a closely related laboratory science field. Relevant course work must contain a laboratory component. Course work must included 24 semester or 36 quarter units in chemistry including general chemistry, quantitative analysis, organic, and inorganic chemistry OR 12 semester or 18 quarter units in biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology (molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology) or other subjects which provide a basic understanding of the foundation of forensic DNA analysis, as well as statistics and/or population genetics as applied to Forensic DNA analysis. Course work must satisfy DNA Advisory Board criteria and must contain a laboratory component. An advanced degree without the stated undergraduate course requirements will not meet the employment standards, unless the curriculum of the advanced degree covered the appropriate core courses.
Please ensure to attach a copy of your transcripts with the degree conferral date to your application . If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or fax to (661) 868-3928 or email to hernandezmic@kerncounty.com
Examinations:
Written Examination (weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of theoretical and analytical principles of natural and physical sciences including organic, inorganic, biochemistry and biology, and other applicable fields and disciplines and the ability to apply these principles to scientific examinations as related to a forensic laboratory. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
This position works within the Kern Regional Crime Laboratory of the Kern County District Attorney. For more information about the department, please view their website
About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click or follow us:
High Performance Culture
Kern County is actively engaged in creating a culture that promotes excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. is Kern County's continuous improvement initiative based on the principles of Lean Six Sigma. LaunchKern empowers our valued employees to change the way government works by improving their work environment, saving taxpayer dollars and enhancing services to residents.
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
The Kern Regional Crime Laboratory, which is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board in Testing and Calibration, is seeking to fill a Criminalist position. This position will have a primary analytical assignment and secondary crime scene response assignment.
The Kern Regional Crime Laboratory was constructed in 2000 and is located in Bakersfield, California. The Laboratory is managed by a Laboratory Director who is supported by an Assistant Lab Director, Supervising Criminalists and a DNA Technical Lead, Criminalists and Forensic Technicians, and administrative support staff. The Criminalist position reports to a Supervising Criminalist.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates are encouraged to indicate acceptable geographical locations in which they would accept employment on their application form. Candidates MUST be willing to travel to these locations (areas/district offices).
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:
: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
- The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrants
- The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare
: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
01
I certify I have a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, criminalistics, forensic science, biology, or a closely related laboratory science field. (Failure to attach transcripts will result in a rejection of application.)
- Yes
- No
02
I certify I have one (1) year of experience equivalent to Criminalist I in the County of Kern. A Masters or Doctorate degree in one of the above disciplines may be substituted for the one year of experience.
- Yes
- No
03
I possess 24 semester or 36 quarter units in chemistry including general chemistry, quantitative analysis, organic, and inorganic chemistry OR 12 semester or 18 quarter units in biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology (molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology).
- Yes
- No
04
All applicable diploma(s), transcripts, licenses, and/or certificates must be attached with your application. I have submitted copies of all applicable diploma(s), transcripts, licenses, and/or certificates with my application. (Failure to attach required supplemental materials will result in the rejection of application.)
- Yes
- No
05
Please provide the name of the institution and number of educational units completed in each of the following areas of study. If a lab portion of the class was also completed, please indicate that as well. Please list all that apply:a. Molecular Biologyb. Biochemistryc. Geneticsd. Statistics or Population Geneticse. General Chemistryf. Quantitative Analysisg. Organic Chemistryh. Inorganic Chemistry
06
Do you have paid or unpaid experience (including internships) in a laboratory setting?
- Yes
- No
07
If you indicated that you have paid or unpaid experience, please describe your laboratory work experience, including the organization name, date and work performed. Your response is subject to verification by the department. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
08
Have you been assigned or developed a project?
- Yes
- No
09
If you indicated that you have been assigned or developed a project, please briefly describe the project including the organization name that you worked for during the project and your level of involvement. (Examples of projects could include developing a new protocol or method, research, writing a policy, validating an instrument, conducting an audit, or an internship project.) Your response is subject to verification by the department. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A' in the section below.
10
Do you have experience delivering oral presentations?
- Yes
- No
11
If you indicated that you have experience delivering oral presentations, please briefly describe your public speaking experience including the groups you have presented to, the topics and presentation dates. Your response is subject to verification by the department. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A" in the section below.
12
Have you ever been convicted of any offense other than a minor traffic violation? Please Note: You are not required to disclose convictions of Marijuana-related offenses per Labor Code 432.8; if those convictions are more than two years old. If you are not required to disclose a conviction, you may answer "NO" to the question above. The fact that a conviction has been relieved or expunged does not necessarily relieve you of the obligation to disclose that conviction. (For instance, you are legally required to list all convictions relieved under Penal Code Section 1203.4.) Failure to list any conviction which you are legally obligated to disclose is an omission of a material fact which will cause forfeiture of all rights of employment with the County of Kern.
- Yes
- No
13
If you answered "YES" to the above question, complete the Conviction Summary below. If you answered "NO" to the above question, enter "NA" below. Starting with your most recent conviction, please list all convictions (not arrests) you have received, with accurate dates and in full detail. As per Civil Rule 307.10.01, a "conviction," shall include a plea of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere. The Human Resources Division will review your application and this supplement to determine whether or not your conviction record affects your eligibility for examination or certification. The Civil Service Commission may refuse to examine or, after examination, to certify as eligible or may remove an eligible from the eligible list for good cause. Conviction Summary--For EACH conviction you must provide all of the following information: 1. Convicted of (Code # & Offense) 2. Date 3. Location 4. Disposition (fine, sentence, etc.) 5. Explanation of circumstances of case (add additional information as an attachment if needed) 6. Current Status (Probation, Parole, etc.)
Required Question
