Crime Lab Supervisor

Crime Lab Supervisor  Salary $5,105.00 - $9,190.00 Monthly Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 419-221023-GF Department DPS-Office of State Police Opening Date 05/12/2026 Closing Date 5/17/2026 11:59 PM Central

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS About this Job The Louisiana State Police Crime Laboratory is seeking a qualified and motivated Crime Laboratory Supervisor to serve in the DNA Forensics Unit. This position provides direct supervision over Crime Laboratory Analysts and may also supervise other laboratory personnel assigned to the unit. The Crime Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for overseeing forensic DNA casework, ensuring that biological evidence is analyzed, interpreted, documented, reviewed, and reported in accordance with laboratory policies, accreditation requirements, quality assurance standards, and validated scientific methods. This position plays a key role in maintaining the technical quality, consistency, and integrity of DNA analysis performed by the unit. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of forensic DNA analysis, sound judgment, effective leadership skills, and a demonstrated commitment to scientific accuracy, quality, accountability, and public service. This position requires the ability to guide analysts through complex casework, support quality and training initiatives, evaluate procedures and instrumentation, and ensure that valid scientific conclusions are reached and properly reported. Minimum Qualifications A baccalaureate degree with twelve semester hours in biology or chemistry and an additional twelve semester hours in a biological science, chemistry, forensic science, molecular physics, physics, criminalistics or pharmacology plus four years of professional level crime laboratory experience. A combination of coursework is allowed.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Graduate training in qualifying fields will substitute for one year of the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience; a combination of coursework is allowed.

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Applicants must meet the current educational requirements of the hiring agency's accrediting body for the laboratory.

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Criminal justice is not considered a qualifying educational field.

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Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:

As a Crime Laboratory Supervisor in the DNA Forensics Unit, this position supervises forensic DNA analyses performed at the request of local, state, and federal law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies.

Duties may include:

• Supervising Crime Laboratory Analysts and other assigned laboratory staff in the DNA Forensics Unit.
• Overseeing the examination, analysis, interpretation, documentation, review, and reporting of biological evidence and DNA results.
• Ensuring that valid conclusions are drawn from scientific analysis and that casework is completed in accordance with laboratory policies, accreditation requirements, quality assurance standards, and approved technical procedures.
• Reviewing case records, analytical data, reports, and related documentation for technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Monitoring casework progress, assigning work, evaluating productivity, and helping ensure the timely completion of forensic analyses.
• Providing technical guidance and direction to analysts regarding evidence handling, testing strategy, interpretation, reporting, and corrective actions when needed.
• Participating in or overseeing competency, proficiency, training, and continuing education activities for assigned personnel.
• Evaluating methods, procedures, software, equipment, and instrumentation used in forensic DNA analysis, and recommending new or modified analytical procedures when appropriate.
• Assisting with the development, revision, and implementation of unit policies, procedures, methods, and technical practices.
• Identifying technical or quality concerns and taking appropriate action, including halting or restricting work when necessary.
• Preparing or reviewing summaries, reports, and technical documentation related to forensic analyses.
• Testifying as an expert witness in state and federal courts and giving depositions regarding forensic DNA analysis and related laboratory work.
• Reviewing courtroom testimony in accordance with laboratory policy, accreditation requirements, and applicable standards.
• Supporting the laboratory's mission by promoting scientific integrity, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement within the DNA Forensics Unit.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

 Probational, Job Appointment, or Promotional

Career Progression:

This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule:

 Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Compensation:

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (e.

g., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Department of Public Safety

ATTN:

Human Resources/Genae' Flowers

P.O. BOX 66614

Baton Rouge, LA. 70896

Email:

DPSEmployeeAdministration@la.gov Employer State of Louisiana Address 1201 N 3rd St Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802