Forensic Scientist - Comparative Science Section Supervisor

Duties

• Participate in the establishment of Section priorities, goals, and objectives necessary to accomplish the mission of the Laboratory.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document performance of personnel assigned to the Section.
• Plan, direct, and supervise the work associated with the Section.
• Fulfill the quality assurance responsibilities of the Section as required by the Division’s Quality Assurance Program.
• Perform administrative and support functions as necessary to maintain laboratory services.
• Coordinate and manage the safety and chemical hygiene programs for the Division.
• Maintain effective communication with the scientific and criminal justice communities, Department personnel, and general public.
• Develop, propose, and implement Division and Section goals and objectives.
• Participate in the formulation of budget requests.
• Coordinate, review, and evaluate the validation of new technical procedures.
• Coordinate, review, and evaluate the use of appropriate controls and standards.
• Coordinate, review, and evaluate the creation and annual review of management system documents.
• Coordinate, review, and maintain proficiency testing documentation.
• Monitor, review, and evaluate analytical conclusions and expert testimony of Section personnel.
• Direct, supervise, and evaluate the performance of Section and other laboratory personnel.
• Identify training needs, coordinate, develop and administer training programs.
• Review and evaluate equipment and supply purchases.
• Ensure the maintenance of appropriate resource material.
• Coordinate, review, implement, and evaluate all of the Division’s safety and chemical hygiene measures to assure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Conduct and/or manage safety inspections and generate the required documentation pertaining to the inspections.
• Serve as the primary advisor in safety matters to the Division Commander.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and Laboratory Division policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, or Computer Forensics

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree or higher with natural and/or forensic science courses.
• Training in the areas of management and leadership is desirable.
• Five years of full time experience in a forensic science laboratory with management and/or administrative experience.
• General knowledge of the theory and practical operation of relevant scientific instrumentation, analytical techniques and Unit Test Methods.
• General understanding of each Unit within the Section.
• Ability to administrate the implementation of scientific procedures.
• Ability to manage and adhere to established laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to comprehend and apply management and leadership theories and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to testify as an expert witness in an objective, unbiased, and professional manner.
• Advanced knowledge of federal and state safety regulations and expertise in safety and chemical hygiene matters is preferred.
• Ability to serve as the safety officer for the Division.
• Must be able to differentiate colors as evidenced by medical certification.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel by aircraft and other vehicles.
• Ability to attend training and meetings at alternate locations for extended periods of time.

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