Supervising Criminalist

Join the County of Santa Clara CA team as a Supervising Criminalist and play a crucial role in maintaining public safety by analyzing evidence and providing expert testimony in court. As a Supervising Criminalist, you will oversee the day-to-day activities of a forensic specialty unit, ensuring that all work is completed accurately and efficiently.

• Manage and supervise the activities of a forensic specialty unit, including DNA analysis, forensic biology, and crime scene investigation.
• Develop and implement laboratory systems, procedures, and techniques to ensure the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Oversee research and experimentation to develop and improve analytical methods and procedures.
• Prepare statistical reports of work performed in the forensic specialty areas.
• Consult and advise law enforcement regarding the nature of evidence, laboratory analysis, and interpretation.
• Interpret findings for the courts and other legal hearings.
• Write reports and standard operating procedures outlining methods and results.
• Ensure proper compliance and reporting with regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate and manage requests for analytical examinations and reviews case files and reports to ensure quality control.

• Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in a natural or applied science or in a related field.
• Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in the practice of criminalistics, one (1) year of which is equivalent to a Criminalist III in the County of Santa Clara.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to obtain and maintain a County driver's authorization.

• A Master's Degree or higher in a natural or applied science or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required general experience.
• Lead or supervisory experience is desirable.

• A comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plan for County employees and their dependents.
• A generous paid time off policy with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually.
• Retirement benefits, including a pension plan and a 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan.
• A Health Flexible Spending Account (HFSA) and a Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP).
• Life and AD&D insurance, as well as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee wellness programs, including fitness classes and resources.
• Education reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.