Forensic Seized Drug Unit Supervisor

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

1d • $71,198 - $100,526 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Maine CDC Health and Environmental Testing Laboratory (HETL) plays a critical role in protecting the health and safety of Maine communities. Within HETL, the Forensic Chemistry Section (FCS) provides seized drug and forensic toxicology testing services to the citizens of Maine. This position serves as the supervisor of the seized drug testing unit, providing both technical leadership and day-to-day operational oversight within the Forensic Chemistry Section.

Requirements

• A Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related laboratory science and four (4) years professional level experience in analytical chemistry. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of six years’ experience in a forensic or analytical laboratory with at least two years’ experience in a supervisory role
• Experience working in an accredited forensic laboratory, and knowledge of ANAB Forensic Testing Laboratory Accreditation including ISO/IEC 17025 and AR 3125 standards
• Hands on experience with advanced analytical instrumentation, including GC/MS, FTIR and LC/MS
• Ability to meet State of Maine certification standards for Persons Conducting Chemical Analysis for the Detection and Identification of Drugs (DHHS Rule 10-144 Chapter 266)
• Knowledge of seized drug standards and recommendations (SWGDRUG, OSAC, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Seized Drug Unit
• Ensuring seized drug cases are completed efficiently and on schedule
• Communicating with law enforcement and the legal partners to prioritize rush cases and coordinate analysts availability for court dates
• Receive Training and in all testing methods and apply that knowledge to assist with seized drug analysis as needed
• Participating in proficiency testing and annual internal audits
• Conduct Technical reviews of seized drug cases
• Testify in court regarding results of seized drug cases as required
• Training and mentor new analysts
• Leading validations of new instruments and methods

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
• 12 days of sick leave per year
• Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums)
• Health Insurance Premium Credit (decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
• Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
• Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.06% of employee's pay towards MainePERS)
• Gym Membership Reimbursement (up to $40 per month)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Living Resources Program (employee assistance program)
• Six weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation (MaineSaves 457(b) account)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager