Crime Lab & Forensic Supervisor

Compensation Range: $62,680.80 - $85,073.20

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. 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. The Crime Scene Unit Supervisor has direct supervision over assigned Crime Scene Technicians involved in the examination and investigation of all types of crime scenes and accident investigations in support of law enforcement activities. The Crime Scene Unit Supervisor works in the field, monitoring subordinates' work, participating in crime scene processing, coordinating crime scene investigations with sworn personnel in the field, and ensuring that tasks are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures, regulations, and best practices. This position allows for a significant amount of creativity and critical thinking in an effort to provide leadership to Crime Scene Technicians. The Crime Scene Unit Supervisor also performs the following duties: reviewing technical reports; creating and maintaining work schedules; completing thorough documentation of subordinates' work performance, as well as completing performance evaluations; and completing payroll and other administrative functions. An additional responsibility is training the Crime Scene Technicians and other department personnel in the forensic disciplines and functions of the Crime Scene Unit. The Crime Scene Unit Supervisor is also responsible for overseeing the Crime Scene Technician field training program, the training of new Crime Scene Technicians, and the performance of Field Training Technicians. The Crime Scene Unit Supervisor is also required to maintain proficiency in performing the duties of a Crime Scene Technician, which includes: photographing all types of crime and accident scenes to record the appearance of evidence using highly-skilled photographic and other evidence gathering techniques; identifying, collecting, and securing physical evidence, such as blood, body fluids, hair and fibers, and firearms for laboratory testing and use as evidence in criminal prosecutions; searching for and developing latent prints at crime scenes; photographing and fingerprinting suspects, investigate leads, victims (including deceased individuals), and witnesses; producing castings and comparative photographs of footprints, tire tracks, and other impressions; and testifying in court. The use of chemicals in the field may be necessary in order to perform certain tasks. A major aspect of the duties includes writing detailed reports with proper grammar and punctuation, as well as establishing and maintaining records to ensure proper chain of custody of physical evidence. Duties may include other special assignments. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Forensic Section Manager. Essential Tasks & Responsibilities: Specifications/Qualifications Minimum of bachelor's degree in forensic science, biology, chemistry, criminal justice, or closely related field from an accredited institution Minimum of six years of experience in crime scene processing Must be in good standing with your current agency with no serious written reprimands within the last year Must be able to work crime scenes where there is graphic violence Must have thorough knowledge of pertinent federal and state laws and municipal ordinances and rules and regulations of the department Must have the ability to assign, direct, and supervise the work of subordinate personnel; to deal with the public courteously and firmly and to maintain records and prepare reports. Must possess excellent oral and written communication and computer skills Must have advanced knowledge of rules of evidence Must have advanced knowledge of photography Must be able to figure distance measurements for accurate crime scene sketches Possess the ability to use all the issued equipment at the required level of proficiency Must have advanced knowledge of methods and standards employed in forensic science Because of the confidential and sensitive nature of the work required, successful completion of a polygraph and background investigation is required. Valid North Carolina Driver's License. Driver's license issued by another state must be changed to a North Carolina driver's license within sixty (60) days of employment.

Physical Requirements: Hearing/Speaking - Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers, including co-workers, citizens, and applicants. Visual Abilities – the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position:

• Acuity, far – clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Must be able to see from a distance when administering and observing employment tests, operating a motor vehicle, or addressing an audience.
• Acuity, near – clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Must be able to see work-related business documents close at hand.
• Depth perception – Three-dimensional vision and the ability to judge distance and space relationships.
• Field of Vision – the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes are focused on one point. Must be able to see a wide span of area.
• Accommodation – Must be able to adjust the eye lens to glance quickly.
• Physical Strength – The degree of physical demands typically associated with this position include:
• Light Work