Forensic QA Manager — ISO/ANAB Compliance Lead

City of Dallas; United States; On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dallas is seeking a Manager - Forensic Quality Assurance to oversee the Dallas Police Department’s forensic laboratory operations and ensure compliance with ISO/ANAB accreditation and internal SOPs. The role combines leadership with technical quality assurance duties to support ongoing accreditation and casework integrity.

The position requires seven years in crime scene investigation or forensic analysis within an ISO/ANAB system and at least three years in supervision or oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, or Natural Sciences.
• 7 years of crime scene investigation/forensic analysis experience with ISO/ANAB quality management system.
• 3 years of supervisory/management or forensic oversight experience in a crime lab.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ISO/ANAB accreditation and ISO standards.
• Manage complex forensic operations and lead staff.
• Schedule and coordinate internal audits.
• Oversee corrective actions and proficiency testing.
• Ensure competency education and training programs.
• Report on performance of the quality management system.
• Collaborate across forensic disciplines.

Skills

Forensic science principles

Quality management systems

Audits & compliance

Leadership & supervision

Internal audits

Data analysis

SOPs & document control

Regulatory liaison

Training & mentorship

Risk assessment

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, or Natural Sciences

Job description

City of Dallas is seeking a Manager - Forensic Quality Assurance to oversee the Dallas Police Department’s forensic laboratory operations and ensure compliance with ISO/ANAB accreditation and internal SOPs. The role combines leadership with technical quality assurance duties to support ongoing accreditation and casework integrity.

The position requires seven years in crime scene investigation or forensic analysis within an ISO/ANAB system and at least three years in supervision or oversight.