Laboratory Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural or forensic science; preferably supplemented by a master’s degree in a biological, natural, physical, or forensic science, or a related discipline.
• At least three years of professional forensic science work experience, such as experience gained at the advanced caseworker level.
• Ability to maintain credibility when providing courtroom testimony.
• Ability to adhere to Illinois State Police ethical standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to travel for work, including overnight stays as appropriate, and possess an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Ability to maintain proficiency in forensic science casework on an as-needed basis.
• Successful completion of initial and ongoing random alcohol and drug screens, a background investigation, and a polygraph examination.

Nice To Haves

• At least five years of experience performing laboratory techniques and analytical methods used in a forensic science discipline, preferably Forensic Biology/DNA.
• At least two years of experience supervising subordinate staff in a laboratory or business and supporting their career development.
• At least three years of experience applying state, federal, and local criminal laws and regulations related to forensic examination and chain of custody of evidence.
• At least one year of experience developing, implementing, and enforcing policies, procedures, and quality standards for a forensic science laboratory.
• At least one year of experience triaging forensic evidence submissions and selecting casework approaches with regard to laboratory services and the examination techniques of different disciplines.
• At least one year of experience developing a laboratory budget for personnel and equipment resources or assisting with its preparation and implementation.
• At least one year of experience with public and business administration principles and practices, including preparing administrative reports.
• Master’s degree with coursework in a biological, natural, physical, or forensic science, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Serve as working supervisor for the Forensic Biology/DNA section at the Joliet Forensic Science Laboratory.
• Analyze forensic casework and administer the assigned section or sections.
• Ensure that quality services are provided.
• Order equipment for the laboratory.
• Attend professional meetings and seminars in management and forensic science.
• Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the position.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension plan
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs
• 12 paid sick days annually
• 10–25 paid vacation days based on years of service
• Three paid personal days, prorated based on start date
• 13–14 paid state holidays annually