Forensic Analyst
- Location
- New York City, NY, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Job Description The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (“BXDA”) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By “Pursuing Justice with Integrity,” the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.
In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Forensic Analyst.
The Forensic Science Unit oversees all cases with forensic science evidence including DNA, fingerprints and ballistics. Additionally, the FSU coordinates cold case homicide and sexual assault investigations. The Forensic Analyst is responsible for providing the FSU with investigative and analytical support for cold case homicide and sexual assault investigations, and supporting the Office in gathering forensic evidence reports.
Job Responsibilities:
Specific duties includes but not limited to the following:
- Assist NYPD Cold Case detectives in identifying unsolved homicide and sexual assault cases with forensic evidence.
- Maintain a database of unsolved homicide and sexual assault case files.
- Assemble unsolved homicide and sexual assault case files
- Collaborate with the BXDA Forensic Science Unit, NYPD and OCME to identify and submit evidence for forensic testing.
- Assist with investigative genealogy investigations.
- Liaison to the NYPD Laboratory for all narcotics, ballistics and other laboratory sections.
- Order and provide laboratory reports narcotics, ballistics, and other laboratory sections.
- Other duties as assigned to support the Strategic Innovations Division.
- Newly hired employees may be eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule after 2 years of employment.
- All other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Two years of criminal justice or forensic science experience preferred.
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058
Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
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.
From City of New York's careers page (SmartRecruiters), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 29 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job