Topic: Forensic Scientist Supervisor

[Julie Rapp]

The City of Mesa is a great place to work! In addition to competitive salaries, the City also has a generous amount of other benefits available. For more information, please see our website: http://mesaaz.gov/benefits

Forensic Scientist Supervisor

($76,368.73 - $113,027.20 Annually)

As the Forensic Scientist Supervisor, you will be in a supervisory position that is responsible for the day-to-day administrative and technical operations of multiple units (Biology-Serology and DNA, Controlled Substances, Firearms/Tool Marks, Toxicology-Blood Alcohol and Drug Screening/Confirmation and Quality Assurance Unit), or responsible for a major program (e.g. Quality Assurance Manager, LIMS Administrator, etc.) and will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of one or more units within the Forensic Services Division. In this dynamic role, you will be required to combine the application of previously attained professional knowledge with competence in general supervision. Good communication skills are essential as you consult and coordinate with forensic personnel from other agencies, police officers, attorneys, accreditation inspectors, staff members at ASCLD/LAB and independent experts regarding the results of laboratory analyses. Additional responsibilities include monitoring special projects, conducting staff meetings, reviewing bid specifications, coordinating evidence processing, and preparing grant applications and subsequent documentation. Supervision is received from the Forensic Services Administrator who reviews work through meetings, reports and results achieved, and involves working with chemicals and other hazardous materials. 

This class is FLSA exempt-professional.

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 8 years of progressively responsible experience as a criminalist in a laboratory actively engaged in the forensic sciences and/or quality assurance manager.
• Some supervisory experience in a crime laboratory is highly desirable; experience in an ASCLD/LAB accredited laboratory is preferred.

Special Requirements:
Successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph is required due to the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled.

• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license by hire date.
• Incumbent will be required to become a certified ASCLD/LAB Inspector to participate in internal Forensic Services Division audits and will be expected to participate in approximately one external laboratory audit for ASCLD/LAB annually.

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.

City of Mesa offers a competitive benefits package. A CITY OF MESA ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.

Applications will be available as of the opening date of 6/26/15. First review of applications will be Monday, July 6, 2015. Please apply by 7/09/15.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as we will review applications as they are received. For complete job description, requirements and online application form, please visit our web site at: www.mesaaz.gov/jobs.

The City of Mesa respects, values and welcomes diversity in our workforce. To this end, we encourage all interested people to apply. EOE/AAE