Crime Lab Supervisor - DNA bei City of Colorado Springs, CO

About the Department

About the Job: This position oversees the DNA Unit, and assists in the management and operations of the Colorado Springs Metro Crime Laboratory as a member of the management team. Works with the Quality Assurance Manager and participates on the laboratory quality team to establish, monitor, review, and recommend updates to all aspects of quality, related to the sections being supervised.

Please note that the hiring salary range is firm, and the salary upon hire will not be more than $100,750 annually.

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As a Crime Lab Supervisor, you will:

• Completes administrative functions such as case assignment and review, provides input on annual budget preparation, may provide input on grants and grant reporting, assists in expenditure approval and purchase of supplies. 
• Administers routine personnel matters, including instructing, assisting, resolving problems, advising employees of the Colorado Springs Metro Crime Lab (MCL) policies and procedures, reviewing performance, and recommending personnel actions. 
• Coordinates operations with the Crime Lab Manager to ensure services provided meet agency and customer needs and comply with administrative and professional procedures and protocols.
• Assists in development of goals and objectives for the Colorado Springs MCL supporting and guiding efforts of laboratory staff to achieve these, monitors the achievement process and provides relevant information used to compose periodic reports on these efforts. 
• Supports the Quality Assurance Manager to develop and approve written directives for the operation of the Colorado Springs MCL as well as ensures active participation within the quality management system within the unit they are responsible. 
• Remains current and informed on organizational issues and directs the development of any new protocols and practices to address these issues while communicating with and providing guidance to laboratory staff, on these issues.
• Participates in the quality management system by assisting the Quality Assurance Manager in monitoring the accreditation standards, training manuals, unit standard operating procedures, corrective action plans, performance monitoring activities, conducting periodic audits, and updating policies. 
• Assists in the development of improved procedures, with consideration given to innovative procedures, applicable accreditation standards, and new technology.
• Monitors equipment, system applications, chemical, computer, and other physical inventory within the MCL. 
• May carry limited case load in discipline they are responsible for which may include chemistry, firearms, forensic biology, latent prints, crime scene investigation, and/or other disciplines as appropriate. 
• Performs other duties as necessary; administration of the laboratory information management system, coordinates activities with internal and external stakeholders, both public and private, including other City departments, labs, courts, District Attorney’s Office, other law enforcement agencies, media, and scientific associations to ensure successful operation of the Metro Crime Lab. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of the workflow of a forensic crime lab
• Considerable knowledge of criminal law, criminal court proceedings and rules of evidence
• Knowledge of, and ability to implement and monitor quality assurance procedures and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues, law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including the ability to convey complex scientific information to diverse audiences. 

Position Duties

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study. 
  • Preferable related areas of study are in forensic disciplines to include DNA, Chemistry, latent prints, firearms and/or crime scene investigation. 
• Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field, including one year of administrator and/or supervisory experience.
  • Preferable professional experience is experience in a crime lab with ISO 17025 or ASCLD Lab accreditation. 
    

Minimum Qualifications

• Supervisory experience within a Forensic Crime Laboratory, including in a law enforcement setting.

• Additional education in leadership, management or business administration, either by college course work or professional training courses.

• Professional experience is experience in a crime lab with ISO 17025 or ASCLD Lab accreditation.

• extensive experience in the DNA field, including but not limited to serology, interpretations, technical and administrative reviews, STRMix, and experience as a DNA Technical Lead.
  
  

Other Qualifications

Please contact CSPD Human Resources at [email protected] for any questions about this position. 

Pre-employment Requirements: The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.

Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Marijuana Use Policy can be found here.

The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.

The background check for this position includes a polygraph examination and fingerprinting.