Lynette Johns Email & Phone Number

Schaumburg, Illinois, United States

Manages civilian Forensic Technicians of the Forensic Services Unit which includes Evidence/Property Room Management. Manages Patrol Evidence Technician program.

Schaumburg, Illinois

Forensic Technician providing forensic crime scene services within the Investigations Division. Responds to crime scenes to conduct detailed inspections for the presence of evidence and properly processes all evidence, such as latent prints, footwear and tire impressions, firearms evidence, blood and other physiological fluids, controlled substances and trace evidences such as hair, fibers and gunshot residue. Also includes crime scene photography, videography, mapping/sketching and… Show more Forensic Technician providing forensic crime scene services within the Investigations Division. Responds to crime scenes to conduct detailed inspections for the presence of evidence and properly processes all evidence, such as latent prints, footwear and tire impressions, firearms evidence, blood and other physiological fluids, controlled substances and trace evidences such as hair, fibers and gunshot residue. Also includes crime scene photography, videography, mapping/sketching and general report writing. Evaluates potential latent print surfaces, conducts latent fingerprinting processing and ensures that analysis is handled in a prompt manner; evaluates latent fingerprint and/or palm print evidence for identification suitability.Documents, collects, transport and exercise proper security measures over evidence and property to ensure the integrity of the chain of custody. Show less

Receive, process and analyze DNA samples relating to forensic and family relationship testing. Continuation in proficiency for DNA testing from Collaborative Testing Services for forensic analysis and College of American Pathologists and New York State Department of Health for family relationship analysis. Perform human stain identification testing on forensic samples. Prepare written scientific analysis reports of results. Annual calibration, cleaning and maintenance of laboratory… Show more Receive, process and analyze DNA samples relating to forensic and family relationship testing. Continuation in proficiency for DNA testing from Collaborative Testing Services for forensic analysis and College of American Pathologists and New York State Department of Health for family relationship analysis. Perform human stain identification testing on forensic samples. Prepare written scientific analysis reports of results. Annual calibration, cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Execute quality control checks and readings on laboratory equipment and storage conditions. Prepare and enforce quality control assurance for enzymes, reagents and supplies necessary to perform laboratory tests. Maintain a supply inventory and reorder as needed. Preserve the integrity of evidence by following appropriate chain of custody procedures. Manufacture chemical reagents and forensic testing supplies for forensic laboratories. Show less

Identify customers’ needs and assist with special orders and installed sales. Quickly and effectively solve customer challenges and complaints.