Crime Lab & Forensic Manager

About the role

At the High Point Police Department, we are committed to protecting our city and building relationships with our community. Our team includes over 300 officers and professional staff who are passionate about serving others. As a proactive, data-driven agency, we take pride in being nationally recognized for excellence. Our department offers some of the finest in-house training in the country, along with numerous opportunities for growth, development, and career advancement. A rewarding career awaits you here. Join our team and play a vital role in keeping High Point a safe place to live, work, and visit.

Responsibilities

• Performs difficult technical and investigative police work, supervising personnel and managing the Crime Lab involved in the gathering and preservation of evidence; does related work as required.
• The position reports to the Investigations Section Commander. Supervision is exercised over Police Crime Scene Supervisor, Police Crime Scene Technicians, Police Evidence Technician, Police Crime Lab, Latent Print Unit, Police Firearms and Ballistic Examiner, and the Property Room.
• Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Directs, coordinates, assigns, observes, reviews, and evaluates the work of subordinate personnel
• Instructs and assists subordinates as to appropriate methods and procedures, departmental policies, and local, state, and federal laws
• Mentors, coaches, counsels, and resolves conflicts among unit members
• Completes performance evaluations for Evidence Technicians, Crime Scene Supervisor, Latent Print Examiner, and Firearms and Ballistic Examiner
• Oversees the department's NIBIN program
• Conducts inspections of equipment assigned to subordinates and the operation thereof
• Recommends and researches the purchase of new equipment and technology
• Researches and orders appropriate uniform and personal protective equipment for personnel
• Maintains all equipment and schedules regular inspections of such
• Orders and maintains all supplies, prepares requisitions, orders supplies and materials
• Conducts audit and inventory of Property Room
• Assists with preparation of budget, records expenditures during the year, anticipates new needs and makes notes for next budget
• Reconciles procurement card statements
• Assembles statistical performance data for Crime Lab, Latent Print Unit and Property Room for the Investigations Section Commander
• Reviews, verifies and/or edits reports
• Prepares and presents training both within the police department and to external agencies
• Takes charge of crime scene when necessary
• Completes scheduling and on-call rotation for personnel
• Investigates complaints filed against subordinates regarding misconduct;
• Operates a vehicle in varying degrees of light (including total darkness) in all types of weather
• Completes assorted handwritten/typed reports and notices;
• Testifies in court
• Performs 24 hours a day in all types of weather, under frequently hazardous and dangerous emergency conditions
• Is available on-call for major crime scenes
• Provides technical advice to officers, personnel and external agencies
• Presents a professional appearance as it applies to grooming and wearing of uniforms
• Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science OR Fire Science
• Four years of experience as a Crime Lab or Forensic Manager, OR four years of experience in a related field (e.g., police evidence supervisor, senior forensic practitioner, crime scene investigator, arson investigator, or similar occupations).
• Possession of a valid, appropriate driver's license.
• Ability to work at crime scenes involving graphic violence.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, municipal ordinances, and departmental rules and regulations.
• Ability to assign, direct, and supervise the work of subordinate personnel.
• Ability to interact with the public courteously and firmly, and to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate radio equipment, computers, and related devices.
• SPECIFICATIONS:
• Minimum Reasoning ability associated with this classification:
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to work tasks, practical and su

Benefits

Additional Information

Compensation Range $78,047.84 - $105,930.24 Please note: This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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