FORENSIC SCIENCE ADMINISTRATOR II - FORENSIC BIOLOGY/DNA PROGRAM MANAGER

Job Requisition ID: 59029 Opening Date: 10/07/2026 Closing Date: 10/23/2026 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: 3 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs Headquarter Location: 801 S 7th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703 Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact: A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one. 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 Serves as the statewide Forensic Biology/Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Program Manager; directs the administration of all Forensic Biology, DNA, and DNA Indexing programs within the Forensic Sciences Command. Directs the remediation of quality issues within the assigned statewide program areas in the consultation with appropriate other command personnel; recommends appropriate corrective action to address identified issues. Performs a managerial review of all Forensic Biology/DNA research proposals to determine effectiveness, cost, and applicability to the mission of the Command. Organizes, directs, monitors, and evaluates resources for the assigned program areas, to include personnel and equipment needs. Responds to inquiries from the media and others regarding the assigned program areas. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the 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, forensic science, or related discipline. Requires three (3) years of professional forensic science work experience such as would be gained at the caseworker level. Requires advanced knowledge and skills in the discipline of DNA (casework and/or Indexing). Preferred Qualifications Prefers five (5) years of work experience that would be gained at the advanced caseworker level performing laboratory techniques and analytical methods utilized in the Forensic Biology/DNA forensic science discipline. Prefers two (2) years of work experience supervising subordinate staff and providing for their professional development. Prefers master's degree with coursework in one of the biological, natural, physical, forensic sciences or related discipline. Prefers three (3) years of work experience preserving physical evidence and maintaining the chain-of-custody of physical evidence. Prefers 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 two (2) years of work experience in developing, implementing, and enforcing policies, procedures and quality standards for a forensic science laboratory including the FBI's DNA Quality Assurance Standards. Prefers one (1) year of work experience in performing or supervising scientific research efforts and the development of new procedures as it relates to the field of forensic science. Prefers 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 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. 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. Ability to adhere to Illinois State Police's policies and procedures. Ability to travel on an as-needed basis. Ability to maintain proficiency in forensic science casework on an as-needed basis. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job. 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. Revolving Door: 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: