Lead Criminalist - Night Shift, Denver Crime Lab

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The City and County of Denver is seeking a Criminalist Supervisor to join the Denver Police Department Crime Laboratory. The role oversees a team of Criminalists, directs casework, ensures SOP compliance, and provides courtroom testimony.

This senior night-shift position requires availability for weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments, with leadership responsibilities, budget awareness, training, and formal performance evaluations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required for candidacy.
• At least five years as Criminalist II or higher, or three years in a leadership role.
• Ability to obtain IAI Certified Crime Scene Analyst within two years.

Responsibilities

• Direct and review casework of Criminalists handling biological, friction ridge, and other evidence.
• Oversee crime scene documentation using forensic techniques and diagramming software.
• Author and review technical departmental reports and ensure chain of custody.
• Provide courtroom testimony and supervise staffing and training.
• Develop plans, assign work, hire staff, and manage budget within parameters.

Skills

Technical expertise

Interpersonal and teamwork

Commitment to quality

Problem-solving abilities

Supervisory experience

Leadership and communication

Operational flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The City and County of Denver is seeking a Criminalist Supervisor to join the Denver Police Department Crime Laboratory. The role oversees a team of Criminalists, directs casework, ensures SOP compliance, and provides courtroom testimony.

This senior night-shift position requires availability for weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments, with leadership responsibilities, budget awareness, training, and formal performance evaluations.