Investigate it: Forensics at BCIT
The Western Chapter of the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts (IALEIA) is pleased to announce an excellent two-day training session for analysts and investigators!
Course: New Open Source Intelligence Techniques 2-Day Law Enforcement Training Session
Instructor: Michael Bazzell
Date: June 10-11, 2013
Location: Justice Institute of BC
Cost: $125 (Members) / $150 (Non-Members)
We haven’t even hit summer yet, and it’s already time to start thinking about Fall courses…
I recently uploaded our Fall term 2013 course schedule to our website, so you can use it to plan your course load for September-November 2013. BCIT has recently updated the way it displays courses online, hopefully making it easier for you guys to find and enroll in them.
Some important dates to remember:
So go ahead and plan for your next semester and get ready to register before important courses fill up!
It’s also important to note that, starting today, May 13th, BCIT has changed its payment options for courses. Find out more by visiting the BCIT website.
The Forensic Health Sciences option is pleased to be offering a new course:
FSCT 7843 – Pediatric Examiner Sexual Violence Core Education
This 45 hour comprehensive course is designed to broaden the expertise of nurses and physicians who currently provide or will be providing pediatric sexual violence medical evaluation. The focus of this Canadian-based, basic to intermediate level training will be on caring for the sexually abused pediatric population. This evidence-based course will be interactive, case-based and provide practical opportunities for clinicians to obtain feedback on different practice elements including documentation..
DATE: In-class: May 21-24, 2013 and Online: May 25-July 5, 2013
TIME: 08:30 to 17:00
LOCATION: BCIT Downtown Campus, 555 Seymour Street and online
COST: $830 (CRN 62188)
The Forensic department is hosting a workshop for professionals working in the area of sexual violence adults and adolescents. The workshop will include both didactic and clinical practice in a variety of aspects directly related to the role and responsibilities of the nurse examiner in the clinical setting.
WORKSHOP DETAILS
DATE: Monday, June 3, 2013
LOCATION: Surrey Memorial Hospital, 13750 – 96th Avenue, Shirley Dean Pavilion Room A
TIME: 08:45 to 16:00
COST: $70 (CRN 60880)
Victoria Police Department
JOB VACANCY NOTICE
Internal / External
This is a CUPE Local 50 position – under review
DATE OF ISSUE: April 25/2013 CLOSING DATE: May 9/2013
Competition Number: P5-13
Position Title: Crime Analyst, Analysis and Intelligence Section
Number of Positions: Two
Duration: Continuous
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 35 hours/week
Pay Group: $43.04/hour (pay grade 17)
ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST be received by 4:30 p.m. on the above closing date and must be complete, including all qualifications and experience relevant to this position. Please quote the competition number on your submission.
To apply please forward your submission electronically to: civilianrecruiting@vicpd.ca.
Department/Division/Section:
Police / Operations / Analysis and Intelligence Section
Position Function:
Provides statistical, tactical, and strategic crime analysis and intelligence information to the Management Team and other branches of the Victoria Police Department using modern information management systems, analytical tools and software. This is specialized work involving the application of advanced research techniques in support of police investigations, operational programs and crime reduction/prevention strategies.
Back in September, I wrote about the Surrey Mobile Assault Response Team (SMART) and the involvement of some Forensics faculty in the initiative. Now, SMART is back in the news and being discussed in both the Vancouver Sun and The Province, with victims coming forward and talking about how SMART has helped them:
Title: Forensic Identification Technician
Job Status: Full Time Regular
Overview: The Forensic Identification Technician reports to the Administrative Services Manager and is responsible for performing technical work related to forensic video and will be required to provide administrative support to staff and management.
Scope: This position is responsible for receiving and prioritizing confidential and sensitive forensic information requests. Typical duties include reviewing and recovering image and video evidence from different devices and media, as well as converting, enhancing, concealing and preparing images and video for presentation and/or court disclosure. In addition, the incumbent will act as a resource and provide guidance to staff as well as respond to inquiries and liaise with internal and external agencies.
Requirements: The Forensic Identification Technician will have a Diploma in video technology, broadcast television or a discipline relevant to the field of forensic video analysis plus a minimum of 2 years’ related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. This position requires completing and maintaining the relevant level of RCMP Security Clearance.
Department: RCMP
Visit the website to apply.
Two positions in forensic toxicology have recently came across my desk:
Forensic Specialist – Toxicology
Forensic Technology Analyst – Toxicology
If you’re interested, make sure that you apply right away because the deadline for both positions is April 18th!
BCIT successfully wrapped up another round of graduation research projects at the Forensic Science & Technology Bachelor of Technology Research Day. The event was a success with 25 presenters and over 100 attendees taking in the latest in forensic science research and industry trends. Topics ranged from the involvement of organized crime in container traffic in Vancouver ports, to forensic facial reconstruction, and social media evidence. The daylong event featured some of the brightest young minds in forensic science presenting graduation projects culminating nearly 4 years of hard work in the Bachelor of Technology Program in Forensic Investigation. BCIT plans to hold another presentation day in August 2013 so keep your eye on our website for specific dates and times.
All the participants and attendees to the Forensics Bachelor of Technology Research Day in December 2012.
Students presenting their research to the attendees.
A wall filled with various posters depicting student research.
Tara Wilkie a former Forensics student and current instructor in Forensic Health Sciences, is quoted in an article in the Metro News concerning a grant that will help frontline healthcare workers identify the signs of human trafficking:
“We know that at some point trafficked persons will receive medical care, however at present time healthcare professionals are not equipped to recognize or offer the appropriate support to a trafficked person in a healthcare setting…”
The article continues on to describe how staff might recognize the signs of human trafficking in the ER.