Forensic Scientist 3 (In-Training) Federal Way Toxicology

Forensic Scientist 3 (In-Training) Federal Way Toxicology  Salary $60,132.00

• $108,780.00 Annually Location King County
• Federal Way, WA Job Type Full Time
• Permanent Job Number 1591_FS3_TLDFEDWY_040326 Department Washington State Patrol Division Toxicology Laboratory Division Opening Date 04/03/2026 Closing Date 4/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Salary Information The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step Description This position is located in our Federal Way lab.

In addition to your salary, you will also receive an extra 5% King County Pay. This position has been designated as "in-training"; as such WSP will consider filling this position at the Forensic Scientist 3, Forensic Scientist 2, or Forensic Scientist 1 level. The salary range will depend upon at which level the position is filled at and the qualifications of the successful candidate. Forensic Scientist 1: In-training Approx. 12 months $5,011 to $6,735 Forensic Scientist 2: In-training Approx. 18 months $5,531 to $7,443 Forensic Scientist 3: In-training Approx. 6 months $6,735 to $9,065 About the

Position:

The Forensic Scientist is responsible for conducting analyses on submitted evidence using approved instrumentation and methods, interpretation of toxicology results, and providing testimony of their findings in court. About the

Division:

The Washington State Toxicology Laboratory, established in 1963, performs drug and alcohol testing for coroners, medical examiners, law enforcement agencies, prosecuting attorneys, and the State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) in all 39 Washington counties. The Division receives approximately 19,000 cases per year of which approximately 65 percent are law enforcement DUI cases and 35 percent coroner/medical examiner cases. The Division is overseen by the Division Commander and has a staff of 50 personnel consisting of State Toxicologist, Management, Forensic Scientist Supervisors, Forensic Scientists, Quality Assurance, Property and Evidence Custodians, and Administrative staff. Forensic Scientists perform analysis of samples submitted to the laboratory and provide court testimony as experts on alcohol, drugs, and their effects. About the