Forensic Laboratory Manager - Toxicology

An incumbent in this class coordinates, plans, develops, supervises, and leads the operation of the Forensic Laboratory Toxicology Detail. Incumbents perform complex and extensive management/analytical work, formulate recommendations with important policy and operational implications, and audit/oversee significant programs. The incumbent will receive direct supervision from the Director of Laboratory Services and supervise/manage subordinate staff.

Distinguishing Characteristics
This position serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff and is not subject to the competitive requirements of the Civil Service Rules of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. 

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Best Candidates Will Have 

• Seven years of full-time forensic scientist professional work experience. 
• Supervisory experience in a forensic laboratory and testifying to forensic science matters in a court of law as an expert witness. 

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a chemical, physical or biological science or a forensic science related field and successful completion of 24 college level credits in chemistry. A Master's degree in one of the aforementioned areas is desirable.
• Experience interpreting, applying, and implementing rules, regulations, laws, policies, and procedures.
• The ability to work under pressure, remain calm, and meet deadlines while paying attention to details.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The ability to write and oversee grants.
• The ability to maintain cooperative relationships and manage conflict with peers, subordinates, superiors, members of other law enforcement agencies and the general public.
• The ability to convey scientific/technical information in an understandable manner.
• The ability to give clear and concise written and oral instructions.
• The ability to communicate effectively, including public speaking.
• The ability to write, maintain, review, and update technical and management manuals.
• The ability to identify technical problems, propose remedial actions, and verify their implementation.
• Knowledge of Quality Management as it applies to Forensic Science.
• Knowledge of Proficiency Testing Programs as it applies to Forensic Science.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 requirements.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Nevada driver's license.

Conditions of Employment

In addition to the General Conditions of Employment found here, the following specific conditions of employment apply to this position:

1. Be a citizen/naturalized citizen or permanent resident alien without conditions on status of the United States of America by the closing date of the announcement.
2. Be at least 18 years old by the opening date of the announcement.
3. Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program.
4. Personal Appearance: While on duty, and/or representing the Department, uniformed or otherwise, all Department employees will be neat and clean in their appearance in public. Employees are prohibited from attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles or jewelry on or through the nose, tongue, eyebrow or other exposed body part, except the ears for females, while on duty. Employees are prohibited from stretching or "gauging" their earlobes. All jewelry implants will not be exposed or visible while on duty. Tattoos or branding will not be exposed or visible while on duty and/or representing the Department. Such markings must be covered by clothing. Markings that cannot be covered by clothing will be covered using neutral-toned bandages or patches except for hands, neck, head, or face tattoos. Makeup is not permissible to cover a tattoo. Tattoos or branding anywhere on the body that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or contain sexually explicit material are prohibited.
5. Are required to submit a DNA sample for entry into the LVMPD DNA Staff Elimination Index System.
6. Will be subjected to random drug testing as part of the LVMPD Department Drug Testing Program.
7. Are required to maintain a Nevada driver license for commuting between the regular workplace and offsite work locations such as the courts.

Environmental Conditions:

1. Laboratory and office environment; use of latex gloves, respirators, and/or air masks.
2. Exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, human body fluids, bloodborne pathogens, biological hazards such as viruses and germs, and other hazardous evidence items.
3. Exposure to computer screens.
4. Road and traffic conditions while driving a vehicle when conducting Department business.

Physical Conditions:

1. Vision sufficient to read fine print on computers, distinguish fine details when looking through scientific instruments to examine evidence items, as well as distinguish color, contrast, patterns, and dimensions.
2. Speech sufficient to render expert courtroom testimony and scientific instructions.
3. Hearing sufficient to hear instructions, training content, and conversations.
4. Agility and mobility sufficient to stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach, rotate and extend neck, and balance self while using laboratory and/or standard office equipment, as well as lift, push, and pull files, documents, laboratory equipment, and/or standard office equipment.
5. Dexterity sufficient to manipulate instruments and small items accurately over an extended period of time, as well as write labels on test tubes and small testing vessels.
6. Strength and mobility sufficient to lift items up to 50 lbs with or without aid of equipment.
7. Endurance sufficient to sit or stand for long periods of time, as necessary.

Application Filing
Applications, transcripts, and letter of interests must be submitted online.

• LEGIBLE copy of transcript(s) must be attached to demonstrate proof of education and include candidate's name, name of the college or university, name of the degree earned, date the degree was awarded, and number of credits earned. Please upload your transcript(s) to your application when prompted. Failure to attach a qualifying transcript will result in automatic disqualification. 
• A letter of interest must be attached specifying your interest and qualifying experience. The letter of interest must not exceed one (1) page maximum. Please upload your letter of interest to your application when prompted. Failure to attach a letter of interest will result in automatic disqualification. 

Decisions on an applicant's suitability for this position may be made solely on the information contained in the application, transcript(s), and letter of interest and therefore, should be filled out in its entirety.