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• CLD•Section Supervisor II, Multi Disciplin

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT 405

Occupation:

General and Operations Managers

Location:

LUBBOCK, TX

• 79403

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

08/10/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Selection Required

Updated:

08/11/2026

Expires:

08/30/2026

Agency Job ID:

102848 Job #: 17053130 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.

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• Copies of Official Transcripts indicating conferred degree to support coursework requirements are required and must be attached to your application to be considered. Applications without copies of Official Transcripts attached will be subject to rejection.

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PLEASE NOTE

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

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Applicant&Conditions of Employment:

Prior to employment must provide documentation from a physician of: 1. Visual acuity, 2. Color vision acuity for Seized Drugs, Multi-Discipline, Trace Evidence, Digital/Multimedia and Biology/DNA only,All acuity testing must have occurred prior to and within six (6) months of the start date.

• Current employees, with no acuity testing on file, must provide documentation from a physician, before starting in new position.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Perform advanced (senior level) managerial work administering the activities of an agency's business function, division, or laboratory section. Establish and maintain all laboratory records in accordance with specifications. Train, supervise, and evaluate employees in the respective forensic science discipline. Plan the work of the section, determining optimal utilization of resources and staffing within allocated operating and travel budgets. Work is performed under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Laboratory Section Supervisor II supervises approximately 10 to 20 employees.

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.

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//hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Evaluate the work product by reviewing laboratory reports and work records; ensure quality work is performed, accurate reports are issued, and all quality assurance measures are being met.2. Direct personnel to achieve section goals and fulfill user needs.3. Assign casework.4. Liaise and communicate with area law enforcement personnel and prosecuting attorneys to ascertain and ensure section meets user needs.5. Oversee and ensure evidence is properly inventoried and secured, per strict guidelines; includes receipt, destruction, and return of evidence.6. Provide input to management team for long range planning of the section, including the selection of new capital equipment, changes in needs for resources, and changes in objectives for the section.7. Ensure that the section facility and equipment are adequately maintained.8. Train and develop employees; and participate in interview/selection activities.9. Oversee the procurement of equipment and supplies; ensure safety training is completed annually in compliance with state and federal law and that employees adhere to safety procedures.10. Research and monitor new advances and techniques in forensic examination; keep staff apprised of same and adjust procedures accordingly.11. Provide monthly laboratory activity information, as specified.12. Coordinate the scheduling of laboratory staff for court appearances.13. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.14. Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with courses in Physical science, Forensic Science, Chemistry or related fields.

Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years¿ work experience as a Forensic Scientist III (within DPS) or a minimum of six (6) years¿ work experience as a Forensic Scientist in the fields of: Friction Ridge, Firearms & Toolmarks, Seized Drugs, Toxicology or Materials (Trace) in a Crime Laboratory.

Licensure and/or Certification

• Must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to applicable departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Forensic Science

• Thorough knowledge of principles, techniques and procedures of related forensic science discipline; of understanding of identification principles.

Knowledge of safety procedures for handling hazardous chemicals; of proper evidence handling procedures. Skill in use of laboratory equipment and materials.

Ability to:

Coordinate the handling of evidence between sections; Recommend improvements in methodology and equipment to management; Communicate findings, orally and in writing, in a clear, concise and effective manner; Conduct microscopic examinations requiring accuracy and concentration when relevant; Conduct testing used in examination of evidence;Testify in court as an expert witness.

Leadership Skills

• Must have or be capable of learning leadership skills, e.

g. supervision and performance evaluation of personnel, management and care of property an