Chief Forensic Lab Director — Strategic Leader in Forensics

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

The City and County of Denver’s Denver Police Department seeks a Crime Lab Director to lead the Forensics & Evidence Division, directing strategy, accreditation, and multidisciplinary operations.

The role requires executive communication, political acumen, and experience with regulatory standards; the successful candidate will bridge science and public safety, reporting to the department's executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in forensics or related science field required.
• Minimum 5 years in forensic science management at functional level.
• Experience with ISO 17025 accreditation standards and lab operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop multi-year plans and division strategy for forensic units.
• Lead personnel and ensure ISO 17025 compliance.
• Engage with prosecutors, victims, defense counsel, and external partners.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Public speaking

Political acumen

Education

Master’s degree in Forensics

Job description

The City and County of Denver’s Denver Police Department seeks a Crime Lab Director to lead the Forensics & Evidence Division, directing strategy, accreditation, and multidisciplinary operations.

The role requires executive communication, political acumen, and experience with regulatory standards; the successful candidate will bridge science and public safety, reporting to the department's executive leadership.