Forensic Services Administrator - Dallas Police (Civil Service)

City of Dallas

4d • $81,120 - $101,400

About The Position

The Forensic Services Administrator performs highly advanced and complex management, oversight, and coordination for the planning, development, management, and administration of the Dallas Police Department’s Crime Scene Response Section (CSRS). The role oversees forensic operations and staff, supports compliance with laws and accreditation standards, manages budgets and grants, and represents the department on forensic science matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Natural Sciences, or a related discipline in these fields; qualifying equivalencies are accepted.
• Nine years of experience as a criminalist in a recognized criminal/crime scene laboratory actively engaged in forensic sciences.
• Five years of supervisory or management experience in a crime laboratory or crime scene unit; this experience may be included in the required experience above.
• Extensive knowledge of management and operations of an accredited forensic laboratory.
• In-depth knowledge of forensic sciences and of Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or Criminalistics/Forensic Science.
• Knowledge of writing proposals for and managing large forensic grants of $2,000,000 or greater.
• Knowledge of handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Experience in an ASCLD/LAB-accredited laboratory.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must pass an intensive background check; no felony or Class A misdemeanor convictions.

Nice To Haves

• Current license or certification from a professional organization such as IAI, TFSC, or AFTE.

Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, and implement procedures, policies, and protocols to ensure compliance with national crime laboratory accreditation standards and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Oversee, develop, and evaluate short- and long-range budget preparation; determine budget needs, submit requests, and ensure funds are available for operations.
• Establish short-, mid-, and long-term goals and objectives; develop and approve schedules, priorities, and performance standards; direct performance evaluation activities.
• Plan and maintain employee professional development, training, and educational enrichment programs.
• Prepare grant applications and documentation, submit applications, track grant funding, and monitor related documentation.
• Research and implement technologies to improve efficiency, operations, accuracy, and transparency.
• Represent the Police Department on forensic science issues before the legislature and other organizations.
• Liaise with other agencies on scientific matters, procurement of equipment and supplies, laboratory safety, laboratory records and procedures, and reference files.
• Review and evaluate forensic staff work to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, OSHA and Office of Environmental Quality guidelines, state evidence-admissibility laws, and AFIS requirements.
• Evaluate and monitor subordinate performance in laboratory and field settings.
• Inspect and evaluate equipment, information, and work conditions for compliance with operating and safety standards, regulations, guidelines, manufacturer specifications, and national crime laboratory accreditation standards.
• Perform other work as needed or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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