Forensic Scientist Supervisor

Forensic Scientist Supervisor State of Wisconsin - Justice Madison, WI Job Details Full-time $43.00 - $45.67 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Workflow management (operations management method) Task prioritization Full Job Description Introduction Are you an experienced leader looking for an exciting and impactful career? If you're looking to make a meaningful difference in your day to day work, we encourage you to apply today! It is the mission of the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) to protect the public and ensure that justice is done. Click here to learn more about DOJ. The Division of Forensic Sciences (DFS) operates the Wisconsin State Crime Laboratories (WSCL). DFS employs forensic scientists, technicians, evidence specialists, and crime scene response professionals and offers scientific testing and impartial forensic analysis of evidence in criminal cases for every community in Wisconsin. DFS crime laboratories—located in Madison, Milwaukee, and Wausau—are the only full-service forensic science laboratories in Wisconsin. Position Summary DFS is recruiting for Forensic Scientist Supervisor positions within the State of Wisconsin Madison Crime Laboratory - DNA Section and Milwaukee Crime Laboratory - Chemistry Section. These positions will be headquartered at: The Madison Crime Laboratory, located at 4626 University Avenue, in the award-winning city of Madison or The Milwaukee Crime Laboratory currently located at 1578 S. 11th Street in Milwaukee. The State of Wisconsin and Milwaukee County are partnering up to create a new state-of-the-art facility that will house the Milwaukee Crime Laboratory Bureau. The facility will open in Spring 2026! The headquartered location will be set at the time the position is filled, dependent on where vacancy exists. This recruitment may be used for future vacancies within this classification in both locations and in any of the following disciplines: Chemistry, Criminalistics, and DNA. These positions will serve as the Division of Forensic Sciences (DFS) Forensic Scientist Supervisor and is responsible for the formulation, determination, and implementation of management policy as it relates to high-level projects regarding all elements of biometrics identification and information systems with a statewide impact within DFS. The operations of DFS are highly complex, aiding all law enforcement agencies and attorneys across the state with providing scientific technical assistance in various fields of forensic science through investigations and court testimonies, as well as administering formula grant programs for forensic science partners across the state. For more information, review the position descriptions: Forensic Scientist Supervisor Madison Forensic Scientist Supervisor Milwaukee Salary Information The Forensic Scientist Supervisor position is in pay schedule 81 and pay range 03. The starting salary for this position will be between $43.00/hour ($89,440/year) and $45.67/hour ($94, 993/year) depending upon experience and qualifications, plus excellent benefits. Pay for current or former state employees will follow the provisions found in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan effective at the time of hire. A 12-month probationary period may be required. The State of Wisconsin offers amazing benefits, such as: Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, and nine paid holidays. Sick time that rolls over each year with no cap and may be used to pay for healthcare premiums in retirement. Affordable health insurance, dental, vision, life, and more. A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses. To learn more about DOJ's total compensation package, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator! Job Details This position will work in-person at the headquartered location, with the possibility to work remotely up to two days per week. High speed internet access will be required to meet needs of remote work. Travel to the headquarters is not eligible for travel reimbursement. The Department of Justice does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9. A background check, including fingerprints, will be completed on applicants prior to selection. Applicants must be free of Brady or Giglio disclosure obligations for testimony in court. Qualifications Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications: Minimally qualified applicants must also have experience in the following: Working within a forensic or clinical laboratory setting. Coordinating workflows within a laboratory setting. Effectively prioritizing duties/tasks and remaining organized to meet operational initiatives. In addition to the minimum qualifications, a well-qualified applicant will also have experience in any of the following: Working within an

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accredited laboratory. Supervising or leading within a laboratory setting in a formal or informal role. Effectively communicate and lead teams with a variety of internal and external participants. Coordinating a project in a formal or informal role. Providing court testimony and speaking to public stakeholders. How To Apply The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Your application materials, including your resume and letter of qualifications, are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included. Be advised that there will be no opportunity to change your application materials once you have clicked "Submit." Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline. The WI Department of Justice is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply for positions. If any questions arise, please contact the DOJ Recruiter email at . For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Deadline to Apply The deadline to apply for this job announcement is May 18 , 2026, at 11:59pm .