Sample Inventory, Control, and Management (SICM) Specialist

Ideal Innovations, Inc. , Quantico, VA, US

Responsibilities

Level 1 Highlights: 

  • Joining a dynamic forensics team with many opportunities to grow professionally 
  • Work within the FBI with other forensics experts to support the FBI mission 
  • Experiencing a unique opportunity to work with the FBI laboratory 
  • Obtaining some or enhancing your experience working in a fully functional government laboratory working closely with other forensics experts 

Typical Day: The SICM Specialist provides evidence inventory services to properly inventory and maintain chain-of-custody of all evidence and forensic materials entering the facility. Note: Purpose of this performance work structure includes evidence database samples. 

Tasks: Train within the FBI laboratory to reach competency in the following tasks: 

  • Receive, accession and prepare DNA database samples and/or boxes of forensic evidence or related materials - perform plate preparation and plate creation processes including punching samples into plates using automated punch workstations 
  • Open and inventory contents of boxes. 
  • Create laboratory worksheet from templates as necessary; enter data (laboratory number, case ID number, Questioned / Known numbers, and descriptions. 
  • Create master and unit chain-of-custody forms. 
  • Enter data into the Sample Tracking and Control Software (STACS) system and / or FA, create examination plan, and generate barcode labels. 
  • Stage boxes and documentation for processing by unit specific teams. 
  • Prepare boxes for proper storage 
  • Load and unload boxes of evidence and forensic materials, including examination supplies and chemicals. 
  • Maintain data/inventory of boxes of evidence and forensic materials received, in process, and returned to contributor. 
  • Perform general shipping / receiving duties.
  • Use the current STACS and / or FA software for evidence inventory, tracking, and flow. 
  • Maintain proper chain-of-custody of all forensic material under examination. 
  • Support activities, functions, or duties, as defined in future TOs. 
  • Communication with contributors as necessary. 
  • Prepare administrative files on the evidence or samples 
  • Interact and collaborate with other group/team members and other forensic staff to ensure a high quality and accurate product.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

  • Education: B.S. degree in science disciplines, criminal justice, or related field from accredited university/college. 
  • Experience: six (6) months of evidence inventory, control and management experience or other forensic laboratory experience. 

Skills: 

  • Computer data entry, course work in forensics, attention to detail, familiarization with QA / QC, experience with a LIMS. 

Specialized Requirements:

  • Must successfully complete and pass the FBI Laboratory/Unit specific training requirements and must successfully complete an FBI competency test within the time period as set forth by the FBI Laboratory/Unit specific program. 

Clearance: US DoD/DOJ Interim Top Secret or Top Secret (US citizenship required) 

Compensation

BOE

How to apply

Apply: Online at https://www.idealinnovations.com/careers 

Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Ideal Innovations, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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