Laboratory Director & Senior Public Service Admin

State-of-Illinois; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Forensics Science seeks a detail‑oriented Senior Public Service Administrator, Laboratory Director to oversee the Morton Forensic Science Laboratory. This role directs all case analysis, major reviews, and ensures quality assurance while coordinating with law enforcement and legal partners.

Essential duties include planning staff guidance, resolving operational issues, and maintaining strong relations with state and federal officials.

Qualifications

• Requires four years of college education.
• Requires four years of progressive administrative experience.
• Requires two years supervisory work in a forensic laboratory or law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Direct Morton Forensic Science Laboratory operations.
• Manage case analysis and major case reviews.
• Monitor quality assurance activities.
• Plan, guide, and schedule staff to meet goals.
• Identify and resolve operational issues.
• Maintain relations with law enforcement and legal officials.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Forensic science knowledge

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in forensic sciences

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Forensics Science seeks a detail‑oriented Senior Public Service Administrator, Laboratory Director to oversee the Morton Forensic Science Laboratory. This role directs all case analysis, major reviews, and ensures quality assurance while coordinating with law enforcement and legal partners.

Essential duties include planning staff guidance, resolving operational issues, and maintaining strong relations with state and federal officials.