Supervisory Chemist

TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans.

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

As a your typical work assignments may include:

This position is located in the: Southwest Laboratory, Vista, California.

The incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Advises criminal investigators on the development and collection of evidence and other services and scientific expertise provided by the laboratory.
• Performs duties in support of the laboratory management system, such as conducting audits, investigating instances of non-conformance, and implementing corrective or preventive action.
• Coordinates planning, organization and conduct of training targeted for forensic science specialists, criminal investigators and others involved in the collection and analysis of evidence and related items.
• Develops policies, programs and objectives for forensic science services; and organizes, reviews and recommends modifications to procedures and staffing as required.
• Professional knowledge of forensic laboratory operations at a level sufficient to evaluate, develop and implement standard laboratory operating procedures and policies.
• Manages the human, financial and instrumental resources of the laboratory to include development of personnel and policies which affect the entire DEA laboratory system.