Forensic Chemistry Site Supervisor

Title:  Forensic Chemistry Site Supervisor

Department: IFS - DFW

Job Type:  Regular Full Time

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

 

Company Summary:

NMS Labs has developed an extensive menu of more than 2,500 tests to support clients in forensic, criminalistic, public health and clinical fields. For over 50 years, our clients have relied on NMS Labs for unique testing solutions that demonstrate our company core values of Quality, Integrity, Service, Innovation and Community. As we work to increase the company’s positive impact on public health and public safety, we are seeking talented professionals to join us for the journey! We invite you to learn more about our company by visiting NMSLabs.com. 

 

Job Summary:

The Forensic Chemistry Site Supervisor involves full site responsibility and direct management of Forensic Chemistry Supervisors as well as forensic chemists and technicians. Full site responsibility includes items such as the HVAC, roof, ventilation hoods, IT needs, and other facility items as needed. This position requires interaction with internal and/or external resources to meet facility needs. As required, the Site Supervisor will also perform analytical testing, the isolation, identification, and quantitation, as applicable, of chemical substances in forensic casework samples, and the administrative and technical review of casework. This person is responsible for the success of the site and works closely with both the Forensic Laboratory Operations Manager and the Continuous Improvement/Technical Manager. 

 

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Degree must be in a chemical, physical, biological, or forensic science from an accredited university.
• B.S. with a minimum of 6 years lab related experiences, or M.S./Ph.D. with a minimum of 3 years of Drug Identification and/or Toxicology (BAC) experience.
• Minimum of 16 semester credit hours in college-level chemistry coursework above General Chemistry
• Coursework and labs in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Analytical (Instrumental) Chemistry along with one additional upper-level scientific course (i.e., toxicology, pharmacology, biochemistry, etc.).
• Three (3) college-level semester credit hours in Statistics.
• Licensed by the Texas Forensic Science Commission within 1 year of hire, as applicable.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership-related accomplishments.
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience in a clinical and/or forensic bioanalytical laboratory.
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Preferred:

• ABC certified.
• Experience in court testimony.
• Experience writing, managing, and utilizing vendor contracts.

 

Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Manages monthly production/analysis of exhibits expectations to meet clients’ needs.
• Solve/Address facility items such as HVAC, leaks, IT needs, ventilation hoods, etc.
• Supervises lab staff and assists the Forensic Laboratory Operations Manager as needed.
• Assists the Continuous Improvement/Technical Manager in implementing change at the site.
• Responsible for hiring, firing, training, career development, continuing education, performance reviews, recommending rewards, providing feedback, taking disciplinary action, and representing the department at company meetings.
• Investigates corrective actions for root cause, implements changes and documents the process.
• Evaluates and documents approval of all validations and methods used by the laboratory and proposes new or modified analytical procedures to be used by analysts.
• Reviews, approves, and documents the training records for newly qualified analysts prior to independent casework analysis.
• Reviews and documents the procedures of the laboratory on an annual basis. 
• Reviews the proficiency testing programs in the laboratory to include reviewing and documenting proficiency test results, providing feedback to the analyst and initiating corrective actions, if necessary.
• Performs casework management including prioritizing and assigning cases, directing the analytical testing required, and monitoring turn-around-time.
• Plans and manages resources of the section within budget.
• Implements, performs, maintains, and improves appropriate improvement measures and quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Performs, as necessary, the duties of a Forensic Chemist, including performance of full scope of casework and court testimony.
• Prepares necessary documentation and expert testimony for legal proceedings when necessary.
• Effectively communicates scientific findings to internal and external clients.
• Keeps current with appropriate scientific advances and literature in forensic science.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of analytical procedures including a basic understanding of terminology, methods and theory, and methods of data interpretation.
• Demonstrates an understanding of chemical, and instrumental methods, principles, and their significance to forensic applications.
• Ability to comprehend regulations and SOPs and apply them to work operations.
• Able to exhibit professional and effective interpersonal skills in communicating and coordinating with internal professional staff and external clients including law enforcement, attorneys, and other external organizations.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards.
• Possesses professional demeanor and maintains confidentiality.
• Possess business acumen.
• Ability to define and resolve problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to be a team player and effectively present information and respond to questions from all co-workers.
• Ability to adapt to changes and be flexible.
• Ability to prioritize, designate and utilize resources.
• Ability to develop business relationships and foster cooperation.
• Ability to work both independently and on a team.
• Familiarity with law enforcement and forensic science disciplines of Drug Identification and/or toxicology (BAC).
• Possesses good computer skills.
• Possesses good oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses good organizational skills.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity.
• Ability to lead and mentor.

 

Physical Demands:

• Ability to talk, hear, stand, and reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to manipulate instrument/equipment controls, computer keyboard, office equipment, objects, or tools.
• Moving from one work location to another to sit and stand, sometimes for extended periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities (with correction) include color, close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus and properly see colors.
• Lifting objects up to 20 lbs.
• Exposure to intermittent or constant sounds generated by equipment.
• Exposure to fumes, noxious odors, and dust.
• Exposure to biological material and blood-borne pathogens.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Proximity to moving parts.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Offers of employment are made contingent upon a nationwide background investigation, fingerprint process and urine drug screen with results satisfactory to standards of employment at NMS. 

 

This is a multi-step interview process.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship status, otherwise qualified disability, or protected veteran status (disabled Armed Forces Service medal, recently separated, active duty or campaign badge), domestic violence victim status, arrest record, or predisposing genetic characteristics.