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CRIMINALIST

POLICE DEPARTMENT -
New York, NY

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Full-time
$110,214 - $143,966 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
Union benefits
Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

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CRIMINALIST

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Posted on

05/15/2026

Full-time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

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Department

Police Lab/Civilian

Salary range: $110,214.00 – $143,966.00

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Job Description

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair City through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.

The Police Laboratory analyzes evidence that is submitted related to a crime. The evidence may be firearms, controlled substances, clothing, or anything that may be deemed probative to the determination of the events and persons at a crime scene. After the evidence is analyzed, the resultant paperwork must be scanned and submitted to the various District Attorney's offices in anticipation of possible use during a trial. Some of the work have time constraints because of the needs of the courts.

The Police Laboratory is seeking two (2) qualified candidates for Criminalist IV positions.

Candidates selected will be assigned to the Police Laboratory within the Detective Bureau to Supervise scientific laboratory analyses and the testing of evidentiary material required in scientific criminal and civil investigations.

Duties may include, but not limited to:

Oversee case management for incoming cases and evidence for assigned section
Maintain staff levels, schedule and supervise overtime for subordinates
Oversee and/or conduct training of personnel and advise management of training needs when necessary
Resolve technical issues, where qualified, and inform management, if required
Assess minor issues of testing nonconformance's and ensure they are properly documented , where qualified
Identify deviations from the management system or from the procedures for performing laboratory activities, and to evaluate the significance of those deviations
Report to laboratory management on the performance of the management system and any need for improvement
Assess potential risks and recommend actions to reduce risks

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Click the Apply’ button below, or visit: http://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for JOB ID # 779139

HOURS/SHIFT:
Monday-Friday 0800 X 1600

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

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Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, with specialization in criminalistics, forensic science, chemistry, biology, physics, molecular genetics, genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, entomology, anthropology, ecology or a closely related scientific or engineering field.

2. For Assignment to Assignment Level I - B
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements For All Assignment Levels" above, to be assigned to Assignment Level I-B individuals must have at least one year of satisfactory full-time experience in criminalistics, forensic science or analytic chemistry, or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience.

3. In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" above, to be assigned to Assignment Level II, individuals must have one of the following:
1. One year of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B; or 2. One additional year of qualifying experience in criminalistics or forensic science, for a total of two years of such experience; or 3. A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling two years of experience as described above.

4. In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" for Assignment Level I-B above, to be assigned to Assignment Level III, individuals must have one of the following:
1. Two years of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B and/or II; or 2. Two additional years of qualifying experience in criminalistics or forensic science, for a total of three years of such experience; or 3. A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling three years of experience as described above.

5. For Assignment to Assignment Level IV
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" for Assignment Level I-B above, to be assigned to Assignment Level IV, individuals must have one of the following:
1. Three years of experience gained as a Criminalist at Assignment Level I-B, II, and /or III; or 2. Three additional years of experience in criminalistics or forensic science, for a total of four years of such experience; or
3. A satisfactory combination of education and experience totaling four years of experience, as described above.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job ID

779139

Posted until

07/14/2026

Title code

21849

Civil service title

CRIMINALIST

Title classification

Non-Competitive-5

Business title

CRIMINALIST

Experience level: Manager

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Work location

150-14 Jamaica Ave

Category: Administration & Human Resources

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