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FORENSIC SCIENCE ADMINISTRATOR II - ASSISTANT LABORATORY DIRECTOR

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Date:  Nov 4, 2026
Location: 

Joliet, IL, US, 60432-1260

Job Requisition ID:  59742

Job Requisition ID: 59742 
Opening Date: 11/04/2026
Closing Date: 11/23/2026
Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title: FORENSIC SCIENCE ADMIN II (15912) 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,125 monthly; Full Range $9,125 - $13,569 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: VR704 Departments of Corrections, Financial and Professional Regulation, Juvenile Justice and State Police Supervisors Laborers' International Union of North America - ISEA, Local 2002; Southern and Central Illinois Laborers' District Council
Merit Comp Code: 
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 4 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location: 515 Woodruff Rd, Joliet, Illinois, 60432-1260
Work County: Will
Agency Contact: ISP.JobPostings@illinois.gov

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Position Overview:

The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Forensic Services is seeking a detail‑oriented and service‑focused Forensic Science Administrator II, Assistant Lab Director to join our team. As Assistant Laboratory Director, this position provides leadership and operational oversight for the Forensic Biology/DNA section of the Joliet Forensic Science Laboratory. Serves as a working supervisor, performing complex forensic casework while managing the administrative and technical functions of the assigned section. Ensures high-quality forensic services through effective workflow management, adherence to scientific and accreditation standards, and strategic equipment procurement. Represents the laboratory at professional meetings and seminars to stay current with advancements in management practices and forensic science methodologies.  ISP encourages all those who qualify to apply!

 

 

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
  • Pension Plan
  • Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
  • Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
  • Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
  • Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
  • Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

  

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger and something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule and flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

  • As an assistant laboratory director, serves as working supervisor at the Joliet Forensic Science Laboratory for the Forensic Biology/Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) section of the laboratory. 
  • Responsible for the analysis of casework and the administration of the assigned section(s).
  • Ensures that quality services are provided and orders equipment for the laboratory.
  • Attends professional meetings and seminars in management and forensic science.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope and duties enumerated above. 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in a natural or forensic science, preferably supplemented by a master's degree in one of the biological, natural, physical or forensic sciences, or related discipline.
  • Requires three (3) years of professional forensic science work experience such as would be gained at the advanced caseworker level.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers at least five (5) years of work experience performing laboratory techniques and analytical methods utilized in a forensic science discipline, preferably in the Forensic Biology/DNA section.
  • Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience supervising subordinate staff at a laboratory or business providing for their career development.
  • Prefers at least three (3) years of work experience applying State, Federal, and local criminal laws and regulations as they relate to the forensic examination and chain-of-custody of forensic evidence.
  • Prefers at least one (1) year of work experience in developing, implementing, and enforcing policies, procedures and quality standards for a forensic science laboratory.
  • Prefers at least one (1) year of work experience triaging forensic evidence submission and casework approach accounting for the various forensic science laboratory services provided and the different disciplines’ examination techniques.
  • Prefers at least one (1) year of work experience in developing a laboratory budget for resources to include personnel and equipment needs or assisting in the preparation and implementation of the laboratory budget.
  • Prefers one (1) year of work experience in the principles and practices of public and business administration including preparing administrative reports.
  • Prefers a Master’s degree with coursework in one of the biological, natural, physical, forensic sciences, or related discipline.

Conditions of Employment

  • Successful completion of initial and on-going, random, alcohol and drug screens.
  • Successful completion of a background investigation.
  • Successful completion of a polygraph examination.
  • Ability to maintain credibility in providing courtroom testimony.
  • Ability to adhere to Illinois State Police's ethical standards, policies, and procedures. .
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to maintain proficiency in forensic science casework on an as-needed basis.
  • Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-state employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
  • This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-state employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine. 

 

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. 

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

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