CCBI Assistant Director - Laboratory Sciences

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Job Information

Title:

CCBI Assistant Director - Laboratory Sciences

Market Range:

BI19

Approved Date:

3/8/2024 7:54:18 AM

FLSA:

Exempt

EEO Code:

PROFESSIONALS

Career Level:

M4

Career Level Description:

Management Level 4

Job Code:

100086

Job Family:

Forensics and Investigations

Sub Family:

Forensics and Investigations Management

Primary Purpose

Assumes overall responsibility for the Crime Laboratory division whereby responsible for the Latent Print, Evidence Receiving, Digital Evidence, Firearms Examination, Forensic Photography, and Drug/DWI Blood Chemistry Units. Performs all administrative and budgetary matters within the Division and ensures compliance with Wake County and CCBI policy and procedures, accreditation requirements, overtime, travel, and training. Oversees daily operations, prepares the annual budget for the Division, manages schedules, researches equipment and supply needs, develops and updates performance measures, reviews all personnel actions to include employment applications, salary increases, and disciplinary actions. Acts as liaison between various law enforcement agencies, the District Attorney's Office and Crime Laboratory staff. Reviews, drafts and modifies Crime Laboratory policies and procedures. Performs special assignments and functions for and at the direction of the Director.

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Administers the Crime Laboratory division. Monitors staffing needs and ensures delivery of services in accordance with established standards and expectations. Reviews, drafts and implements new division policies and procedures as needed.

1

35%

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Provides supervision of the Crime Laboratory Forensic Manager positions. Conducts annual performance evaluations and ensures the consistent application of performance evaluations throughout the division. Approves time sheets and scheduling requests.

2

30%

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Coordinates and ensures continued compliance with accreditation/legislative requirements. Keeps abreast of new technology advancements and legislative changes surrounding laboratory services. Suggests and implements required changes to maintain compliance or in accordance with established goals or expectations.

3

20%

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Serves as a liaison with external customers and the Wake County District Attorney's Office. Addresses concerns or complaints regarding laboratory practices with service agencies. Identifies customer needs and arranges services and workflow to most efficiently meet customer needs.

4

10%

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Seeks, authorizes or reviews all division purchases. Monitors resources used and all fiscal matters surrounding the division. Identifies the need for future equipment and/or replacement and coordinates the resulting acquisition. Identifies and applies for grant monies based on laboratory services. Manages expectations and administrative accountability for all laboratory grants received and oversees expenditure of grant money.

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5%

Position(s) may perform other duties in addition to the above as assigned by management.

*IMPORTANT* 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.

Career Level Dimensions

Career Level:

M4

Career Level Description:

Management Level 4

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Directs a Division.

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Creates the short-term strategy for the Division or Function and creates operational plans for Division that align with Department plan.  Actions have direct impact on results of the Department.

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Responsible for Budget planning and justification.

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Responsible for making significant improvements of processes, systems or standards to enhance performance of Division or multiple divisions.

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Oversees employees who pioneer unique ideas or generate new, viable solutions to make improvements or respond to issues.

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Communicates within and outside the Division(s).

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Influences others regarding the area of responsibility’s practices and approaches.

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Achieves goals through teams of managers.  May be responsible for creating workforce and staffing plans for job area to ensure availability of employees and resources.

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Has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority for direct reports.

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Requires broad management and leadership knowledge to lead multiple Work Groups. Typically has master-level knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with broad understanding of other areas within the job function.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in Physical, Natural or Forensic Science, Criminal Justice or related field

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Six years of experience in the administration and/or management of forensic services including at least two years of supervisory experience

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Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record

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Equivalent education and experience are accepted

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Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.

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Ability to develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.

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Ability to allocate resources, plan procurement and oversee budgets and contracts to ensure fiscal stability of the organization.

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Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help an employee or groups of employees strengthen their knowledge, skills and abilities to accomplish a task or solve a problem.

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Ability to facilitate the flow of work for a process or procedure.

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Knowledge of and the ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions.

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Ability to research funding opportunities. Ability to develop and write proposals.

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Organizational Understanding

Understands agendas and perspectives of others, recognizing and effectively balancing the interests and needs of one's own group with those of the broader organization.

Problem Solving

Builds a logical approach to address problems or opportunities or manage the situation at hand by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base, and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

Innovation

Applies original thinking in approach to job responsibilities and to improve processes, methods, systems, or services.

Team Leadership

Willingly cooperates and works collaboratively toward solutions that generally benefit all involved parties; works cooperatively with others to accomplish organizational objectives. Manages staff in ways that improve their ability to succeed on the job.

Coaching & Mentoring

Works to improve and reinforce performance of others. Facilitates their skill development by providing clear, behaviorally specific performance feedback, and making or eliciting specific suggestions for improvement in a manner that builds confidence and maintains self-esteem.

Strategic Vision

Sees the big, long-range picture and leads others accordingly.

Integrity

Act with honesty, transparency and respect in our interactions with co-workers and those we serve. Adhere, without exception, to laws, policies, procedures and professional standards.

Accountability

Establish high-quality standards for work. Add value. Measure results and hold self and others accountable for making progress toward desired outcomes. Take a logical and data-driven approach to decision-making.

Diversity

Believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen the organization and produce better results. Value inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience, and strive to reflect in our workforce the diversity of our community.

Collaboration

Foster a work culture in which different ideas and opinions are encouraged and expected. Listen carefully and speak thoughtfully. Work together toward shared goals with mutual respect and cooperation.

Continuous Improvement

Continuously improve work processes and products. Provide a safe environment to be innovative and creative and try new things. When things don't go as planned, use it as an opportunity to learn, regroup and begin again. Provide time and resources for individuals to grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Wellness

Take proactive steps to be physically fit and healthy, emotionally strong, financially secure and socially fulfilled, while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

Service Orientation

Commit to making a difference within the community. Actively engage in and enjoy our work. Deliver services that exceed expectations, with courtesy, politeness and sensitivity to the experiences, concerns and feelings of all co-workers and customers.

ADA Checklist

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Standard ADA Selection:

Office Environment

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting/Carrying 0-10 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 10-20 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 20-50 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 50-100 pounds

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Visual Perception

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Memorization/Concentration

X

Learning/Knowledge Retention

X

Preparing/Analyzing Numerical Figures

X

Use of Interfaced Commmunication Devices (Phone, Computer, Radio etc.)

X

Analyzing/Examining/Testing Data

X

Emotional/Behavioral Self-Regulation

X

Interacting with Others

X

Comprehension

X

Organization

X

Decision Making

X

Comprehension

Understand complex problems and collaborate to explore alternative solutions

Organization

Organize and prioritize the work schedules of others to manage multiple tasks and/or projects

Decision Making

Make decisions that have significant impact on a department's credibility, operations and/or services

Communication

Communicate in-depth information for the purpose of interpreting and/or negotiating

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Computers/Monitors

X