Forensic Scientist Supervisor (Biology Unit)

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Duties

Specific supervisory duties include:

• ensuring ANAB (ANSI National Accreditation Board) standards are instituted and maintained;
• developing, approving, and maintaining unit specific training programs;
• conducting, monitoring, and documenting training progress of all unit personnel;
• documenting authorization for unit personnel to conduct specific analyses/functions upon completion of competency testing;
• generating, reviewing/updating, and approving unit standard operating procedures; ensuring compliance by personnel under their supervision;
• training laboratory personnel;
• developing training programs for sworn Police Department personnel; directing caseload and turnaround time;
• developing and implementing new laboratory techniques, methods, and equipment; developing and maintaining a quality assurance program for assigned unit(s);
• ensuring laboratory safety;
• overseeing national databases (including AFIS, CODIS, and NIBIN);
• preparing and maintaining laboratory records and reference files;
• performing technical and administrative review of case reports;
• and preparing and monitoring the unit's portion of the Forensic Services Division budget.
• A Forensic Scientist Supervisor is also responsible for providing expert testimony in court as well as accompanying other Forensic Services Division personnel to court in order to review and formally critique their expert witness testimony presentations.

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Requirements

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Biology/Biochemistry, Chemistry, Forensic Science (Criminalistics), or closely related field in a natural science.
• At least eight years of progressively responsible experience as a Criminalist/Forensic Scientist in a laboratory actively engaged in the forensic sciences and/or quality assurance manager.

Special Requirements

• Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation is required.
• Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date.

Substance Abuse Testing

• Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications

• Some (6 months to 1 year) supervisory experience in a crime laboratory is highly desirable.
• Experience in an internationally accredited laboratory is preferred.

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