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Working Title: Forensic Laboratory Assistant Director

Job Class: Forensic Laboratory Assistant Director

Agency: Public Safety Dept

+ **Job ID** : 86019

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 05/08/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 05/28/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-Managerial

+ **Division/Unit** : BCA Lab / Criminal Apprehension Lab

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 25% of the time

+ **Salary Range:** $46.68 - $67.01 / hourly; $97,467 - $139,916 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position may be eligible for telework up to one day per week.

This full-time permanent position assists the Deputy Superintendent of Forensic Science Services in directing the delivery of a full range of state of the art and competent forensic laboratory services to the Minnesota Criminal Justice System and to supervise the staff under their control.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree* in Business Administration, Public Policy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Biological Sciences, Pharmacology, Criminalistics, Forensic Science, Toxicology, or a related science.

2. One (1) year of experience as a supervisor or manager in an ISO-IEC 17025 accredited forensic laboratory or two (2) years of experience as a lead Forensic Scientist in an ISO-IEC 17025 accredited forensic laboratory.

3. Five (5) years of experience as a Forensic Scientist in an ISO-IEC 17025 accredited forensic laboratory.

4. Testified in a court of law as an expert witness in a forensic discipline.

5. Documented knowledge of the principles and practices of forensic science and the criminal justice system, including rules of evidence and court testimony.

6. Strong administrative, managerial and leadership skills.

7. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills including the ability to work effectively with Bureau management and external customers. Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

8. Knowledge and experience with ISO-IEC 17025 and relevant Forensic Science standards, the accreditation assessment process and compliance activities.

*Note: Applicants that do not currently work in a BCA Laboratory must attach unofficial college transcripts with a resume to their application. You can attach a resume and a second attachment with your transcripts using the cover letter attachment type or combine the documents as a single attachment. Please upload documents in either PDF or docx format.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Advanced degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Biological Sciences, Pharmacology, Criminalistics, Forensic Science, Toxicology, or a related science.

2. Member of the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD).

3. Trained as an ANAB ISO-IEC 17025 forensic laboratory assessor/auditor.

4. Knowledge and experience in a diverse array of forensic science disciplines.

5. Supervisory experience including experience with employee labor agreements, hiring, and performance management.

6. Working knowledge of the legislative process.

7. Knowledge and experience with grant management including budgeting and reporting.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally moving and transporting 50 pound items and frequently moving and transporting objects such as heavy tools and heavy file boxes. This job may require positioning self to move to a significant degree across rough terrain or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.

Additional Requirements

A Criminal History Background check and reference checks will be completed on the prospective employee. Additional components to the background check for this position will include the following:

1) A criminal history check

2) Reference check

3) Driver License history

4) Fingerprints

5) Education Verification

6) Psychological Evaluation

7) Drug Screen

The BCA will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.