Salary : $5,105.00 - $9,190.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number:Department: DPS-Office of State Police
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 9/29/2026 11:59 PM Central
Minimum Qualifications A baccalaureate degree with twelve semester hours in biology or chemistry and an additional twelve semester hours in a biological science, chemistry, forensic science, molecular physics, physics, criminalistics, or pharmacology, plus four years of professional-level crime laboratory experience. A combination of coursework is allowed.
Substitutions:
Graduate training in qualifying fields will substitute for one year of the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience; a combination of coursework is allowed.
Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:As a Crime Laboratory Supervisor in the Forensic DNA Unit, this position supervises forensic DNA analyses performed at the request of local, state, and federal law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies. Duties may include:
• Supervising Crime Laboratory Analysts and other assigned laboratory staff in the Forensic DNA Unit.
• Overseeing the examination, analysis, interpretation, documentation, review, and reporting of biological evidence and DNA results.
• Ensuring that valid conclusions are drawn from scientific analysis and that casework is completed in accordance with laboratory policies, accreditation requirements, quality assurance standards, and approved technical procedures.
• Reviewing case records, analytical data, reports, and related documentation for technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Monitoring casework progress, assigning work, evaluating productivity, and helping ensure the timely completion of forensic analyses.
• Providing technical guidance and direction to analysts regarding evidence handling, testing strategy, interpretation, reporting, and corrective actions when needed.
• Participating in or overseeing competency, proficiency, training, and continuing education activities for assigned personnel.
• Evaluating methods, procedures, software, equipment, and instrumentation used in forensic DNA analysis, and recommending new or modified analytical procedures when appropriate.
• Assisting with the development, revision, and implementation of unit policies, procedures, methods, and technical practices.
• Identifying technical or quality concerns and taking appropriate action, including halting or restricting work when necessary.
• Preparing or reviewing summaries, reports, and technical documentation related to forensic analyses.
• Testifying as an expert witness in state and federal courts and giving depositions regarding forensic DNA analysis and related laboratory work.
• Reviewing courtroom testimony in accordance with laboratory policy, accreditation requirements, and applicable standards.
• Supporting the laboratory's mission by promoting scientific integrity, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement within the Forensic DNA Unit.
Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type:
ProbationalCareer Progression: This position may be filled as a Crime Lab Supervisor.
Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
How To Apply:No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (e.g., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Agency/Department Name: Louisiana State Police/Human Resources
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 66614, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Email:
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Do you have a bachelors degree?
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Do you possess:1) Twelve semester hours in biology or chemistryAND2) An additional twelve semester hours in a biological science, chemistry, forensic science, molecular physics, physics, criminalistics, or pharmacology?
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If yes, you must list the coursework in the space below. Please include the COURSE TITLE, NUMBER OF HOURS, and the ACADEMIC INSTITUTION WHERE THE COURSE WAS COMPLETED.**Ex. BIOL 1001-General Biology-3 hrs-LSUIf no, please type "N/A".NOTE: Responses such as "see transcript" are not acceptable. You must list the courses in the format shown above. This includes current employees.
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To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. Relative is defined as: child, step-child, sibling, spouse, parent, step-parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandchild, grandparent, and any "in law" relationship.Are you related to anyone employed with the Department of Public Safety, Public Safety Services?
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please list the name of your relative and relationship. If you answered "No" to the above question, enter N/A.
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Previous state experience or other experience WILL NOT be researched at this stage of the hiring process. Information not present on the actual application will not be considered for qualifying purposes.Did you list ALL of your job experience and education on your application? If not, please add to your profile before submitting.
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