Manager - Forensic Quality Assurance - Dallas Police (Civil Service)
Core
Manager - Forensic Quality Assurance ensures the Dallas Police Department's forensic laboratory system operates in accordance with the Forensic Quality Assurance Manual, General Orders, and SOPs within the Crime Scene Division.
Role type
Manager, Forensic Quality Assurance
Builds
Forensic laboratory operations and quality management systems
Domain
Law enforcement / Forensic Science
Required skills
Forensic science principles, Quality management systems, Internal audits, Corrective actions, Proficiency testing, Supervisory skills, Data analysis, Document control, Regulatory compliance, Training program development
Preferred skills
IAI/TFSC/AFTE certification, ISO/ANAB-accredited system experience, External accreditation assessment support
Technologies
ISO/ANAB standards, Forensic Quality Assurance Manual, Document control systems
Responsibilities
Ensure ongoing yearly forensic accreditation to meet ISO standards, Supervise assigned staff and evaluate performance, Schedule and coordinate internal and annual quality audits, Monitor audit outcomes and implement preventive actions, Approve remediation of technical issues and proficiency test results, Develop and maintain the Forensic Quality Assurance Manual, Report non-conformance issues to regulatory bodies, Analyze data to improve forensic operations, Conduct needs assessments for long-range planning, Manage laboratory management and document control programs
Seniority
Manager, supervisory & strategic oversight