Crime Scene Science Supervisor

  • WAKE COUNTY, NC
  • Raleigh, North Carolina
  • Jul 27, 2024
Administrative Analysis and Research Clerical and Administrative Support Criminology and Forensics Sciences and Laboratory
  • Salary: 33.30 - 44.96 USD
  • Salary Top: 44 USD

Job Description

NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO INTERNAL WAKE COUNTY EMPLOYEES AND CONTRACTORS. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ENTER YOUR UNIQUE ID FROM YOUR EMPLOYEE ID BADGE ON YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

What You'll Be Doing

The Wake City-County Bureau of Identification has an immediate opening for a Crime Scene Science Supervisor with knowledge and experience of CCBI policies, procedures and practices to perform the following duties:

  • Schedules, supervises and reviews the work of Crime Scene Investigators
  • Ensures all appropriate evidence collection procedures and methods are followed
  • Establishes or modifies operating procedures and provides guidance on legal issues concerning crime scene processing and evidence collection
  • Independently reviews each case as identified, adhering to strict scientific methodology and quality assurance procedures


About Our Team

The Raleigh/Wake City-County Bureau of Identification was established by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1937 in an effort to provide for the better enforcement of the criminal laws in Wake County. CCBI is a specialized fingerprint identification bureau that functions as an independent criminal justice agency serving all law enforcement agencies having jurisdiction in Wake County.CCBI's mission is to continuously strive for perfection while setting the highest standards in crime scene investigation, forensic analysis of evidence and collection of criminal arrest information. CCBI is comprised of approximately 83 full-time employees divided into three divisions: The Investigations Division, the Crime Laboratory Division, and the Identification and Records Division.The Investigations Division's responsibility is to provide crime scene investigation services to law enforcement agencies within Wake County. The Crime Laboratory Division is responsible for the forensic analysis of evidence including latent print examination services, firearms examination, controlled substance analysis, DWI blood drug/alcohol analysis, digital evidence examination, photographic services and facial recognition examinations. The Identification and Records Division is divided into a Civil Identification Unit and a Criminal Identification Unit. The Civil Identification Unit is tasked with fingerprinting for concealed handgun permits, sexual offender registration and applicants seeking employment. The Criminal Identification Unit is responsible for the identity verification, collection of fingerprints and photographs and the collection of statutorily required DNA collection kits upon all individuals arrested in Wake County for offenses authorizing such collections. For more detailed information regarding CCBI and the services provided, please see our website at the following address: http://www.wakegov.com/ccbi/Pages/default.aspx.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

  • Bachelor's degree in Physical, Natural or Forensic Science, Criminal Justice or related field
  • Five years of experience in crime scene investigation, forensic evidence collection, or law enforcement investigation
  • Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
  • IAI Crime Scene Certification required within two years of eligibility or employment - Must maintain current certification thereafter
  • Equivalent education and experience are accepted
  • Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.


Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

  • Knowledge and experience of CCBI policies, procedures and practices


How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

  • Understands basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution
  • Typically requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced experience
  • Ability to use appropriate interpersonal skills and methods to reduce tension and resolve conflict
  • Ability to review work and evaluate performance of others, and to develop individuals’ competencies
  • Ability to motivate and engage employees through effective communication
  • Ability to instruct and train employees and/or other clients by providing information, including appropriate procedures, practices and/or the operation of equipment
  • Ability to assist a group or individual to accomplish specific goals
  • Knowledge of and ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusion
  • Ability to recognize and evaluate skills of potential and existing employees as well as to identify how to acquire and/or further develop those skills


About This Position

Location: Wake County Detention Center Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: 24/7 Rotating Shifts

Hiring Range: 33.30 - 44.96

Market Range: 33.30 - 56.62

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 8/1/2024

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Base Pay

33

Job Address

Raleigh, North Carolina United States View Map