ASSISTANT TOXICOLOGIST 2830
An employee in this class assists in planning, organizing
and directing the operation of a toxicology laboratory. The incumbent
coordinates analytical, training and quality control programs in order to
maximize services to the user agencies. Supervision is exercised over a
professional, subprofessional and clerical staff, and is received from the
Chief-Toxicology Laboratory. The
incumbent may also be called upon to perform complex analyses of body tissues
and fluids. Does related work as
required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Reviews performance of various sections in order to
determine timeliness and reliability of services delivered;
Supervises
the external proficiency testing programs of the Toxicology Laboratory;
Recommends
and participates in the establishment of policies relating to the Toxicology
Laboratory’s interaction with user agencies;
Participates
in the assessment of the Toxicology Laboratory budget needs and helps prepare
budget requests;
Testifies
in court or other legal proceedings as an expert witness;
May
conduct complex scientific examinations of body tissues and/or fluids;
Coordinates
all training programs given by and to the Toxicology Laboratory personnel.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS,
ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of modern, full service toxicology
laboratory operation, including laboratory techniques, methods and
instrumentation; thorough knowledge of supervisory methods; thorough knowledge
of trends, developments and literature in the field of forensic science;
ability to interpret scientifically derived data and prepare accurate and
concise reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally
and in writing; ability to direct activities of professional, technical and
clerical personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale;
ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal,
state and local agencies and with the general public; tact; good judgment;
physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN
COMPETITIVE
Graduation from a college with federally-authorized
accreditation or registration by NY State with a Master's Degree in one of the
natural (chemistry, biology, physics) or forensic sciences, toxicology, or
pharmacology, and six (6) years of professional experience* in forensic
science, three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity** in
a toxicology laboratory.
*Professional experience is defined as experience
involving independent responsibility for the analysis of evidence or specimens,
and includes signing and issuing reports.
**Supervisory capacity is defined as responsibility for
professional and sub-professional personnel in technical and administrative
functions.
NOTE: Qualifying experience must have been gained
within the last ten (10) years.
PROMOTIONAL
Three
(3) years of permanent competitive status as a Forensic Scientist III
(Toxicology).
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Depending upon assignment, possession of a
professional license and registration, issued by the New York State Education
Department, as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist will be required. Candidates must maintain the
license/certification during employment in the assignment.
At the
time of appointment and during employment in this title, employees will be
required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York
State.
R12/1/06
Competitive
Review 7/23/15