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Three-day workshop: Internet & Social Media Investigative Techniques

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Coming next month:

FSCT 0090 – Internet & Social Media Investigative Techniques

This 3-day hands-on workshop will provide students with the latest techniques used to effectively gather online information for investigative purposes relating to persons, companies, and other assets.

Students will be introduced to the methods of gathering online intelligence through social media platforms, search engines, and dark web searches. In addition, students will learn how to assess potential counter-intelligence concerns.

Particular emphasis will be placed on heightened awareness and the “paper trail” investigators may leave behind when using internet investigation tools. Approaches to maintain privacy and security when carrying out online investigations will also be explored and students will be introduced to a variety of online search methodologies.

May 24-26

For more information, please visit:

bcit.ca/study/courses/fsct0090 

MORGUE TECHNOLOGIST (application deadline May 7, 2021)

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MORGUE TECHNOLOGIST

Organization:
Ministry of the Solicitor General
Division:
Public Safety Division, Ontario Forensic Pathology Services (OFPS)
City:
Toronto
Job Term:
5 Permanent
Job Code:
16061 – Technologist 1, Medical Lab
Salary:
$1,092.39 – $1,286.08 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Posting Status:

Open
Job ID:
163026
Apply By: Friday, May 7, 2021 11:59 pm EDT
Consider this new role as a Morgue Technologist and make a difference to public safety and the death investigation system! Located at the state-of- the-art Forensic Services and Coroners’ Complex (FSCC), we are seeking five professional Morgue Technologists to join our dynamic team and provide first level technical and support services to the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS) related to autopsy casework and morgue functions.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role you will:
• Integrate morgue activities with postmortem examinations, morgue organization and management, quality assurance and inventory, fingerprinting deceased persons, postmortem dental X-rays and biological waste disposition.
• Receive evidentiary items and documents from the Provincial Dispatch Unit , sorting items and preparing items for appropriate distribution throughout the OFPS.
• Organize and ensure cleanliness of morgue storage areas.
• Assist with data collection for the purposes of establishing positive identification.
• Coordinate evidence shipment, distribution and chain of custody to experts (e.g., Forensic Odontologist, police services, etc.) to help establish positive identification.
• Coordinate and liaise with police agencies throughout Ontario.
• Advise and release bodies to individuals/agencies legally entitled.
• Assist with postmortem examinations, under the Forensic Pathologist’s direction by: retrieving/returning deceased persons from the morgue coolers, turning and lifting the deceased persons in the autopsy.

How do I qualify?

Laboratory and Technical knowledge

You have:
•Knowledge of laboratory tests, techniques related to specific tasks (e.g. fingerprinting, dental Xrays) in order to assist in the completion of forensic autopsies
•Knowledge of laboratory safety and awareness of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations that apply
•Knowledge of universal precautions in order to work safely with biohazardous materials
•Ability to understand medical terminology to liaise with medical professionals
•Ability to acquire and apply knowledge of the requirements of the justice system related to handling forensic evidence and samples

Other Essential knowledge

•You have knowledge of procedures for handling bodies/evidence (e.g. continuity of evidence, health and safety, universal precautions) and can assess incoming/outgoing bodies/remains and determine required action.
•You have the physical ability and knowledge of how to move, lift and turn human bodies (remains) and/or portions of bodies including visceral organs for pathological examination.
•You posses the ability to upload and catalogue photographs.
•You have knowledge of laboratory and case information management systems, computer operating systems and programs (e.g. Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, SQL, Adobe, etc.).

Judgement, Reasoning and Organizational skills

You can:
•determine the approach to handling case materials, storage and disposal methods
•label and document forensic evidence and specimens with a high degree of accuracy
•ensure confidentiality and accuracy of highly sensitive materials related to death investigations
•identify priorities and incidents requiring the manager, Chief Coroner or Chief Forensic Pathologist
•determine work priorities among conflicting demands and attention to details when maintaining chain of custody
•identify and follow up on issues/delays in maintaining morgue services

Communication (oral and written) skills and Interpersonal skills

•You have demonstrated the ability to work effectively with staff, stakeholders and can communicate with associates (e.g. medical, legal, and law enforcement professionals) regarding post mortem and/or test results.
•You can maintain accurate documentation of autopsy related information and retention of specimens/exhibits.

Work conditions

This role will require:
•Ability to be frequently exposed to, handling of, and contact with bodies/remains that may be contaminated, decomposed, mutilated, and/or arthropod infested.
•Frequent exposure to unpleasant materials, odours, and content. May involve exposure to potentially infectious viruses, bacterial and diseases.
•Ability to work 24-hours a day, 7-days a week including weekends and statutory holidays.

For additional information, please visit original job posting: MORGUE TECHNOLOGIST

Forensic Biologist – Application Deadline: April 26, 2021

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FORENSIC BIOLOGIST

Organization:
Ministry of the Solicitor General
Division:
Centre of Forensic Sciences
City:
Sault Ste Marie
Job Term:
1 Permanent
Job Code:
16065 – Technologist 3, Medical Lab
Salary:
$1,315.57 – $1,561.85 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Posting Status: Open

Job ID:
161735
   Apply Online
  View Job Description

Here is an exciting opportunity to work for the Ministry of the Solicitor General, Centre of Forensic Sciences. Become a part of the Ontario justice system by providing forensic biology examinations services.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will:

  • provide technical leadership in planning the activities of the technical group in order to plan, prioritize and assign work
  • conduct technical reviews and evaluations of completed work
  • ensure quality control processes are developed and maintained in alignment with the quality assurance programs in place
  • perform a range of analyses employed in forensic DNA testing
  • assist in the evaluation and need for modifications to current standards, operating procedures and forensic biology testing processes
  • set up, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, validate and provide training on instrumentation/hardware to ensure effective operations and implementation

How do I qualify?

Technical Knowledge

  • you demonstrate knowledge of laboratory practices and techniques and scientific theories in such disciplines as chemistry, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology and their application to forensic science to conduct technical reviews and evaluation of work
  • you have knowledge of laboratory quality assurance and quality control programs, ability to acquire knowledge of standard operating procedures and legislative authorities to ensure reliability of results and compliance with accreditation standards
  • you demonstrate knowledge of leading edge and emerging technologies in the field of forensic biology and the operations and capabilities of scientifically advanced testing instruments

Technical Leadership Skills

  • your technical leadership skills allow you to provide leadership and mentoring to DNA Biologists.

Research, Analytical and Problem Solving Skills

  • you have research skills to collaborate in research projects on new methodologies, evaluation and recommendation of new procedures and equipment instrumentation, including the knowledge and skills to able to participate in research and evaluations of testing methodologies where no precedents or standards exist
  • you have analytical skills to evaluate the outcome of laboratory test results and to identify and resolve issues or problems related to samples or instruments
  • your problem solving skills enable you to provide advice and resolution, identify precautions to be taken, and to troubleshoot problems with laboratory equipment

Communication and Consultation Skills

  • you have demonstrated oral and written communication skills to prepare data findings and detailed notes of observations and tests, and to provide testimony
  • your consultation skills enable you to provide training, advice and mentoring to DNA Biologists

*IMPORTANT APPLICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS*

As part of the application process, please provide a response (500 word maximum) to the following question and submit this with your cover letter and resume. Please upload as one full document and write your full name on your response page. Those that do not include a written response will not proceed to the screening stage.

Question: Having reviewed the application materials, what do you believe to be the most important attribute of a forensic biologist, and why? Tell us, with the use of examples, how you have demonstrated this attribute.

Additional Information:

Address:

1 Permanent, 70 Foster Drive, Suite 500, Sault Ste Marie, North Region, Criminal Record Check

Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Schedule: 3

Category:
Science
Posted on:
Monday, April 12, 2021
Note:
The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time. This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities within the next eighteen months following the closing date of the job ad posting.In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual’s employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.

How to apply:

You must apply online.

Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.

OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.
All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee’s exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, April 26, 2021 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

Job advertisements for positions that have been designated bilingual will be provided in both English and French on the website. Positions that are not designated bilingual are not translated and are displayed in English only on both the English and French versions of the website.

CASIS Vancouver Generation Z Congress – April 23, 2021

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The Canadian Association for Security and Intelligence Studies, CASIS Vancouver, is hosting the Generation Z Congress on April 23, 2021 from 13:00 to 17:00 PDT, via Zoom, which we believe will be of interest to BCIT Forensic students and faculty who are interested in understanding Gen Z perspectives on security and its implications to the new social contract and the security space.

The objective of this event is to hear directly from the Generation Z what security means to them. It will feature Gen Z actors, activists, and influencers discussing what from their perspective are the world’s most pressing security problems.

The congress is free of charge, and registration can be done at www.casisvancouver.ca.

Eduardo Franco
Deputy Executive Officer, Events
CASIS Vancouver

Community Coroner Career Opportunities

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Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Multiple Locations

Community Coroner Career Opportunities

Are you interested in a unique, challenging part-time role in your community?

Salary: $32.32 hourly

In this role, you will be trained to be a Community Coroner – a death investigator appointed under section 55 of the Coroners Act by the Chief Coroner, and responsible within a specific geographic area to attend the scene of a death in order to establish the identity of the deceased and gather information to help determine when, where, how and by what means the person died.

For additional information about the role of Coroner, please visit the Community Coroners Webpage.

The BC Coroners Service (BCCS) is responsible for determining the circumstances of all sudden, unexpected and unnatural deaths in the province. The BCCS is seeking mature, compassionate and community minded individuals to work as Coroners on an “as and when required” basis. These unique positions offer an opportunity for individuals to use various skills in serving their communities in a high- profile role. Community Coroners are an integral part of the investigative team, providing critical initial information that allows for timely, thorough and accurate investigations.

Successful Community Coroners are individuals with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; are highly effective communicators; are organized; able to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, and good judgement; work respectfully, knowledgeably and collaboratively with Indigenous peoples; and work effectively under pressure. Consider joining our dedicated team in this important role!

Qualifications for this role include:

  • An undergraduate degree in the health care, legal, social sciences, or equivalent
  • A minimum 5 years of professional employment experience in investigative decision making, risk management, working collaboratively with multiple agencies, and gathering, synthesizing, evaluating and documenting information. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be
  • Experience with medical terminology or successfully complete a medical terminology course within the first 6 months of
  • Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle that is maintained in good and safe working condition and with appropriate insurance at all times when on-call.
  • Preference may be given to candidates who identify as

For more information and to apply online, please go to:

https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/75812

Community Coroner Career Opportunities

March 25, 2021 – Federal Safety, Security & Intelligence Career Fair

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Federal Safety, Security and Intelligence Career Fair

Date: March 25, 2021
Time: From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Time)

Recruiters from various federal government departments and agencies will be waiting to talk to you during a virtual event, looking for prospective new employees.

This one-day event is specifically targeted to those who want to start a career in the federal government and work within law enforcement, national defence, intelligence and public safety.

The eight participating partners include:

  • Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)
  • Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
  • Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
  • Correctional Service of Canada (CSC)
  • Communications Security Establishment (CSE)
  • Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC)
  • Public Safety Canada (PS)
  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

Register for the event here.

*Admission is free but places are limited!

Job Posting: Forensic Identification Assistant

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Forensic Identification Assistant

Royal Canadian Mounted Police – Forensic Science and Identification Services
Calgary (Alberta), Grande Prairie (Alberta), St. Paul (Alberta)
$63,720 to $77,523

For further information on the organization, please visit Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Closing date: 31 March 2021 – 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.

CASIS Digital Roundtable – March 18, 2021

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Hello CIA students:

CASIS Vancouver is hosting a Digital Roundtable on March 18, 2021 at 16:00 PST, via Zoom, which we believe will be of interest to BCIT Forensics students and faculty who are interested in violent extremism in Canada, online extremist content, and youth recruitment by extremist groups. CASIS Vancouver Digital Roundtables present an opportunity to discuss emerging security concerns with practitioners and academic researchers involved in policy, tactical and strategic decision making.

 

  

With pleasure, we will have the Director of the Centre on Hate, Bias and Extremism, and Professor in the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Dr. Barbara Perry speaking on “Right Wing Extremism and Youth Recruitment”.

 

Digital Roundtables are free for CASIS members. Non member can purchase tickets and get more information about this and future Digital Roundtables at https://casisvancouver.ca/roundtables/

If you have any questions, please email: efranco@casisvancouver.ca

Kind regards,
Eduardo Franco
Deputy Executive Officer, Events
CASIS Vancouver

March Digital Rountable Flyer – Dr Perry

Trends in Forensic Science Conference 2021

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Fellow Forensic Scientists,

The 7th annual Trends in Forensic Science (TIFS) Conference is set to occur on the 30th of April 2021. The goal of the conference is to unite experts, students, and future students of the forensic sciences in sharing the most current research and engaging in discussion of career and academic opportunities pertaining to this diverse discipline.

If you are interested in attending or presenting, please visit our website (http://www1.uwindsor.ca/tifs/) or email myself (aasen@uwindsor.ca) and/or Dr. Shashi Jasra (sjasra@uwindsor.ca) for further information.


Thank you,
Kirsten Aasen