Forensic Scientist EVII - Latent Print Identification Unit Supervisor - Statewide bei Indiana State Police (IN), IN

About the Department

**FOR CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES, ESTABLISHED SALARY RULES APPLY**

To serve as a civilian employee of the Indiana State Police (ISP) whose primary responsibility is to be accountable for the performance of a Forensic Latent Print Identification Unit within the context of the Forensic Services Division’s (FSD) mission.

Position Duties

• Participate in the establishment of Unit priorities, goals and objectives necessary in accomplishing the mission of the FSD.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document performance of personnel assigned to the Unit.
• Plan, direct, and supervise the work associated with the Unit.
• Fulfill the quality assurance responsibilities of the Unit as required by the Division Quality Assurance Program.
• Maintain analytical proficiency in forensic latent print identification analysis.
• Perform administrative and support functions as necessary to maintain analytical services.
• Maintain effective communications with the scientific and criminal justice communities and Department personnel.
• Conduct analysis on routine and highly complex forensic latent print identification evidence utilizing approved Unit Test Methods.
• Communicate analytical procedures, methodology, policies, and conclusions to various elements in the criminal justice system including court testimony as an expert witness.
• Propose and implement Unit goals and objectives.
• Distribute casework and operational assignments to Unit personnel.
• Participate in the formulation of budget requests.
• Validate or supervise validation of new technical procedures.
• Maintain the Unit’s resource materials.
• Maintain documentation of technical procedures in the Unit Test Methods.
• Ensure the use of appropriate controls and standards.
• Participate in creation and annual review of management system documents.
• Provide and review proficiency testing and maintain associated records within the Unit.
• Monitor conclusions and expert testimony of Unit personnel.
• Direct, supervise, and evaluate the performance of Unit and other FSD personnel as needed.
• Identify training needs, develop, and administer training programs.
• Prepare recommendations with justification and specifications for the purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and FSD policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree or higher with natural and/or forensic science courses.
• Three years of full time experience in forensic latent print identification analysis position.
• Successful completion of an ISP recognized forensic latent print identification analysis training/testing program and competency testing.
• Advanced knowledge of theory and practical operation of relevant scientific instrumentation and analytical techniques within the Unit.
• Ability to perform complex scientific procedures in an unbiased manner following the Unit Test Methods.
• Ability to comprehend, demonstrate, and explain advanced knowledge of theory and practical operation of a variety of scientific instruments and analytical techniques.
• Ability to effectively operate various computer systems and software.
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• 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 as required.
• 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 at alternate locations for extended periods of time.

Other Qualifications

Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation.  Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history.  All applicants are required to submit copies of their high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates, and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents to [email protected] and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.