NEOGOV · 11 hours ago
State Police Lab Manager 14 (D/Lieutenant 14) SSB / FSD / Detroit Lab / Firearms and Toolmarks Unit
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$44.63/hr - $64.47/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a State Police Lab Manager for the Michigan State Police, responsible for ensuring technical compliance within the Firearms and Toolmarks Unit. The role involves overseeing scientist and examiner compliance with departmental policies, case management, and serving as a liaison between technical leaders and the Laboratory Director.
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Responsibilities
Ensure the technical compliance with unit policies of scientists, examiners, and technicians working within the Firearms and Toolmarks Unit
Ensure scientists and examiners compliance with departmental and division policies and training requirements
Serve as a liaison between the technical leader and the Laboratory Director
Responsible for case management within the Firearms and Toolmarks Unit
Serve as acting Laboratory Director in the absence of the Laboratory Director
Ensure scientists and examiners work on discipline specific training until they have reached competency
Qualification
Required
Possession of a bachelor's degree in forensic science, chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, or a related pure or applied science
Two years of experience equivalent to a Forensic Scientist 12 or a State Police Specialist (Sergeant) or State Police Sergeant 12 in the State Police Forensic Science Division
For the Firearm specialty area, possession of a bachelor's degree in any major and two years of experience as a State Police Specialist (Sergeant) or State Police Sergeant 12 in the State Police Forensic Science Division may be substituted for the education and experience requirement
For the Latent Prints and Questioned Documents specialty areas, possession of a bachelor's degree in natural science, criminal justice, forensic science, or a related pure or applied science with 8 semester hours in chemistry and two years of experience as a State Police Specialist (Sergeant) or State Police Sergeant 12 in the State Police Forensic Science Division may be substituted for the education and experience requirement
This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police
Applicants must have previously taken and passed the State Police Lieutenants Examination (No. 2022) to be considered for positions in this classification
Applicants must be eligible for selection pursuant to Official Order 03-41 - Impact of discipline or corrective action on selection eligibility
Applicants must also be able to perform the essential duties of the job upon appointment
Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license
Benefits
Health, mental health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for the whole family.
No-cost life insurance at double your annual salary, paying up to $200,000.
No-cost vision insurance.
Disability coverage providing extended benefits and partial pay.
Supplemental pay and insurance during some military leaves.
15 to 35 paid personal days per year.
13 paid sick days per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave after a birth or adoption.
Up to 14 paid holidays per year including New Year’s and Christmas Eve, Memorial and Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Veterans Day, and Juneteenth.
Up to 1 paid day of school and community leave annually.
401(k) and 457 enrollments offered to new hires with multiple investment options.
4% automatic contribution by the state for 401(k) plans.
Up to a 5% match for additional 401(k) account contributions.
State contributions fully vest after 4 years.
Funds may be rolled in from previous retirement accounts.
Alternate/Remote-Work Schedules for some positions.
Bonus and Longevity Pay Programs.
Tax-Advantaged Parking and Health Savings Accounts.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer.
Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Professional Development.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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