Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: April 1, 2021 • Download all data
POSITION
Forensic Scientist II
This position is categorized as public safety, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $45,158 to $73,788. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
118
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Median salary
$59,388
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Average salary
$60,154
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as female.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 79 | $59,388 | |
| Male | 39 | $55,606 |
Employees by race
Most employees who hold this position identify as white.
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian | 7 | $59,388 | |
| Black | 6 | $57,497 | |
| Hispanic | 34 | $57,497 | |
| Other | 1 | $55,606 | |
| White | 70 | $59,388 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Department of Public Safety for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 2 | $62,951 | |
| 1-10 years | 116 | $59,388 |
Employment status
All employees who hold this position are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 118 | $59,388 |
Current employees
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