- The 14-day in-house notice is incorporated in this job announcement.
- This recruitment is limited to the first 100 qualified applications and will close to the public without notice while still accepting applications from internal employees.
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Forensic Laboratory Evidence/Administrative Technician I in the Police Department. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to six (6) months or up to one (1) year, depending on employment status.**
Under general supervision, performs a broad range of specialized functions involving the handling, documentation and tracking of forensic evidence along with completion of administrative tasks, some of which are unique to a forensic laboratory; and performs related duties as assigned.
Candidate will be handling human blood and other biological matrices that may contain blood borne pathogens, blood borne infections/diseases, and other hazards. Candidate will also be testifying in court in regard to the actions taken when transporting, handling, and accessioning the blood; and in regard to accepted principles of evidence handling and security, safety practices/procedures and the chain of custody. Please thoroughly review the job description for further details regarding the essential functions of the classification.
SPECIAL NOTE:-
Pursuant to the Teamsters collective bargaining agreement, full-time non-probationary employees successfully completing the assessment process will be placed on an eligibility list to be used to fill vacancies in this classification for up to six (6) months.
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Probationary full-time, part-time, temporary employees, and external candidates who successfully complete the testing process will be placed on separate list(s), which may be used to fill vacancies for up to one (1) year. If the vacancy is not filled by full-time non-probationary employees, the separate list(s) may be utilized.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:-
External candidates, probationary full-time, part-time, and temporary City of Henderson employees will start at the first step of the salary range, if selected
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Work-Life Balance
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Four (4)-Day, 38 hour workweek
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Paid Leave and Holidays
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Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy
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Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular Teamsters-represented employees including:
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Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, basic life and AD&D insurance
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Long Term Disability (LTD)
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
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Retirement Benefits
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Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
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Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
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Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans
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Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, SSgA Upromise 529 College Savings Plan
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
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Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more!
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PERSONAL HISTORY QUESTIONNAIRE (PHQ):
The final step in the selection process is the police background investigation. If you are among the group of candidates moving forward to the final steps, you will be required to go through a thorough police background process and complete and submit a Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). Please note: the background process does influence the selection process.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
ASSESSMENT DATES:
Remote/Online Typing Test* (Pass/Fail): After closing date/time of job announcement
- This position requires candidates to type 45 words per minute. Candidates will be required to complete an online typing test to verify that they meet the minimum typing requirements listed in the job description. All candidates will be sent an email with a link to the typing test. This test must be completed by the date/time listed in the notice/invite. Candidates who successfully complete the online typing test will be eligible to move to the next step of the assessment process (based on typing a minimum of 45 net words per minute.) Candidates who do not initially receive a typing score of 45 net WPM or higher will not be eligible to move forward in the recruitment.
Candidates will be required to pass the typing portion of the written examination based on the number of net words per minute (WPM) listed in the minimum qualifications. There are free practice typing tests online if you would like to gauge your speed and practice prior to the assessment date. However, you must pass the test we administer, and we will utilize the score you receive from our exam.
Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100%) - Date to be Determined
(Best-Qualified Candidates)
In-Person Selection Interview - Date to be Determined
(Top-Scoring Candidates)
All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.
IMPORTANT: Appointment is subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation, polygraph examination, medical/physical examination, drug and alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements of the job. As part of the background investigation, all claims of education and experience made in the employment application process, as well as other information submitted, will be verified.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The selection process should be completed within four (4) months of the closing date. Candidates may reapply when there is a vacancy and a posting to establish an eligibility list. Some candidates may be disqualified indefinitely due to the results of their background investigation.