Initial Posting Date:
03/16/2026
Application Deadline:
06/15/2026
Agency:
Oregon State Department of Police
Salary Range:
$4,116 - $5,712
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Laboratory Technician 2 - Chemistry
Job Description:
The Oregon State Police in Clackamas, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Laboratory Technician 2 – Chemistry position. This position is an in-office position without the option for a remote or hybrid work schedule.
Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position.
If you are a current OSP AFSCME employee and you wish to receive preference as an internal applicant, you must apply in Workday by end of day on 03/30/2026. If you apply after this time, you will not receive internal preference, and your interview materials will be reviewed along with external applicants. This recruitment will remain open until 06/15/2026, or until filled, with application review dates occurring approximately every two weeks beginning 03/30/2026. We may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications.
If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact [email protected] and reference REQ-196718.
The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range. Prior to applying you should ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page is accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase.
The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
Summary of Job Duties:
In this position, you will perform support duties for analytical staff, including but not limited to reagent preparation and testing; quality control checks of instrumentation and equipment; maintaining accurate records and other logs for accreditation; inventorying and ordering chemicals, supplies, and equipment; maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment; facilitating vehicle maintenance; maintaining cleanliness in the laboratory; and working to mitigate issues in the facility.
To learn more about the Forensic Services Division, click here.
Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of experience performing routine, standardized analytical tests and laboratory procedures in accordance with well-defined written instructions AND high school courses in chemistry, biology, mathematics, or any course which included laboratory work;
OR
A bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a closely related field.
NOTE: An associate degree in laboratory science may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Preferred Skills:
Demonstrated general lab knowledge and performing laboratory procedures to include, but not limited to, the preparation of solutions, working with scientific instrumentation, maintaining accurate records, and detailed note taking.
Experience inventorying and ordering chemicals, supplies, and equipment.
Demonstrated experience supporting a professional program by working independently as well as part of a team without direct supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet both scheduled and unexpected deadlines, pivot to meet the changing needs of the work unit and respond in a professional manner under stress.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a diverse audience to provide information in a clear, effective, and professional manner.
Special Qualifications:
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
Must be able to provide credible sworn testimony in a criminal or civil proceeding arising from the performance of duties.
As a condition of employment and / or to routinely work in any of the Forensic Services Division’s laboratories in any capacity, all individuals are required to provide appropriate samples for inclusion into the Confidential Staff DNA Identification Index.
Must pass a urine analysis drug screen.
Prior to being hired with the Oregon State Police Forensics Division, you will be required to participate in a full background investigation process which will include a Criminal History Check and a Credit History Check when applicable. These positions, in the course of regular business activities, are responsible for the handling, management and/or analysis of several types of sensitive evidence, including bank statements, checks, debit and credit card information, and other financial records that contain financial information not customarily provided in a retail transaction. Forensic employees also handle, manage and/or analyze large amounts of cash, firearms, jewelry, controlled substances, and other valuable property collected as evidence during on-going criminal investigations.
This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
Selection Process:
The process will be comprised of the following evaluation assessment (subject to change).
How to Apply:
Apply in Workday by the deadline listed above, failure to submit your application by 11:59PM of the above listed date will result in automatic disqualification of your application. You must submit a resume demonstrating your experience as it relates to the minimum qualifications for the position. In addition to a resume, you must submit a cover letter – no more than two pages in length – addressing how you meet the preferred skills for this position. Failure to attach a resume addressing the minimum qualifications and a cover letter addressing the preferred skills will result in disqualification of your application. Please submit these documents in either MS Word or PDF format.
This position is covered by an AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. Current OSP AFSCME Local 896 employees who meet the minimum qualifications of this position will be given preference in the selection process. Current OSP employees should refer to the Filling of Vacancies policy for additional information.
The Oregon State Police does not offer visa sponsorships.
U.S. Veteran and/or Oregon National Guard Servicemember Status Designation
Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.
For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.
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