Forensic Scientist Manager

* Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire.* AFIS (Automated Fingerprint Identification System) certification* JMS (Jail Management System) / JWI (Justice Wed Interface) training* TOC certification* IAI (International Association for Identification) certification in at least one forensic discipline.* Training that may be provided on-the-job: FEMA NIMS – IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.* **Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass an extensive background review, polygraph and a psychological exam.*** Management experience in ANAB or A2LA accredited forensic laboratory.* Knowledge and/or experience as a quality manager.* Supervises and schedules civilian staff assigned to the crime lab, directs and implements the day-to-day assignment of lab service requests, and ensures the timely completion of assigned job duties.* Assigns and directs staff to ensure completion of processing resulting from major crime scene investigations and analyzes current and future crime lab needs.* Directs the inventory of all crime lab supplies to ensure all necessary tools and supplies are available for accurate completion of assignments.* Assists in preparing and managing budget expenditures, and develops and recommends operational improvements, modernizations, and procedures to keep pace with anticipated needs.* Ensures compliance with court orders; remains current on department rules, regulations and policies as well as laws and codes pertaining to the seizure, security, and processing of property and evidence to maintain overall compliance.* Manages subordinate supervisory and administrative staff, coaches/counsels, recommends disciplinary action, and implements performance evaluations.* Develops laboratory policies and procedures, new laboratory techniques and methods, short-term and long-term objectives, and other plans including recommendations for the Scientific Analysis Division budget.* Plans and participates in the training of staff and ensures a high level of professionalism and skill is maintained for readiness to testify in court as needed.* Communicates with the general public, other county employees, management, public officials, sworn personnel, attorneys, officers of the court, and vendors.* Oversees the division regarding quality assurance and communicates issues.* Liaises with other experts in the field to exchange information on forensic methodologies and standards.* Instructs and trains others in a classroom setting or on the job.* Reviews the work product of others to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, Arizona Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AZAFIS) procedures, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Arizona Department of Public Safety, and state laws.* Inspects, monitors, and evaluates equipment, objects, information, and work**-**related conditions to determine compliance with prescribed operating and safety standards, regulations, and guidelines, including manufacturer's specifications on computerized scientific equipment and national crime laboratory accreditation standards.* Attends court hearings to provide expert testimony.* Operates a motor vehicle requiring a standard Arizona Driver's License to respond to crime scenes, attend meetings, and provide court testimony.* Resolves procedural, operational, and other work-related problems by communicating with subordinates, department and County personnel, other experts in the field, and outside agencies.* Monitors research projects associated with scientific examinations.* Comprehends and infers from material including laboratory reports, scientific journals/literature, and testimony transcripts to maintain current expertise in the scientific field and provide the most effective examination of evidence and court testimony.* Prepares written documents including memos, letters, performance evaluations, procedures, grant applications, and accreditation standards with clearly organized thoughts using scientific symbols, proper sentence structure, punctuation, and grammar.* Manages overall planning and oversight of department administrative functions.* Assists in processing and investigating crime scenes as needed to record, document, and collect physical evidence including latent print, biological and trace evidence.* Performs additional projects as assigned.* Traumatic subject matter* Dangerous environment* Time pressures* Interruptions* High volume of work* Handling multiple or complicated tasks, frequently changing or unscheduled tasks* Accuracy* Decision making* Concentration/vigilance* Teamwork* Isolation* Working in close physical proximity with others* Public contact* Working all hours, including holidays and weekends* Frequent emergencies* OSHA safety requirements and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).* Applicable Arizona State Revised Statutes.* Scientific technical working groups requirements for discipline/unit assigned.* Applicable professional organizations for discipline/unit assigned.* Crime scene procedures and principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of forensic science.* Recent developments, literature, and sources of information on forensic science.* State and federal statutes and case law covering the use of physical evidence in court.* Rules of criminal procedures concerning time limits, discovery, evidence, and expert witnesses.* Supervisory and management principles and techniques.* Law enforcement policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and unit functions.* Only the most qualified candidates will be considered* Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications* Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile* Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitivein 2024. 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