What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervising Criminalist position at San Bernardino County?
Lead With Purpose – Become a Supervising Criminalist with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department
Make a Difference Through Leadership, Forensic Expertise, and Operational Excellence
Make a Difference Through Leadership, Forensic Expertise, and Operational Excellence
We’re seeking a skilled forensic science professional with proven leadership abilities, a collaborative approach, and expertise across multiple forensic disciplines. The ideal candidate will be committed to quality, support accreditation standards, and foster the development of staff while driving operational excellence within the crime laboratory.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is seeking a Supervising Criminalist to lead and coordinate operations within one or more specialized units of the crime laboratory. This position provides direct supervision to professional and technical staff, oversees complex forensic analyses, and ensures adherence to laboratory protocols and quality standards. The Supervising Criminalist also supports the development of laboratory procedures, participates in staff training, and may serve as laboratory manager in the absence of the Director. Additional responsibilities include expert court testimony, interagency collaboration, and contributing to administrative functions such as budgeting and policy development.
For more detailed information, refer to the Supervising Criminalist job description.
EXCELLENT SALARY & BENEFITS!
This position offers full benefits and a competitive salary range of
$111,800- $154,169 Annually DOQ
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases in February 2026
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14
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HEALTH BENEFITS | PAID TIME OFF | RETIREMENT PERKS |
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DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement |
For more Employee Benefits information, follow this link: General/Administrative Services Benefits Summary
*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
At the time of appointment, applicants must:
1) Background: Prior to appointment, applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass an extensive background investigation, including a polygraph examination. Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony.
2) Shift: Incumbents may be required to work, or to be on call for work, on weekends or holidays. Within two months subsequent to appointment, on call employees must be able to report for duty within one hour after being paged.
3) License: Possess a valid California Class C driver license and show proof of automobile liability insurance.
3) License: Possess a valid California Class C driver license and show proof of automobile liability insurance.
4) Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological science or forensic science.
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Experience: Four (4) years of experience in a forensic laboratory performing analysis and comparison of typical forensic samples in DNA/serology, toolmarks/firearms, trace evidence, toxicology, solid dose drug analysis, or forensic alcohol analysis.
Note: Qualifying degree and coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework as above.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A minimum of 5 years of forensic science experience to include completion of a forensic training program, competency tested, court qualified, and successfully passing proficiency testing.
- Supervisory experience in a forensic laboratory setting.
- Experience in multiple disciplines such as Forensic Biology/DNA, Firearms, Seized Drugs, Toxicology (Alcohol), Breath Alcohol Calibration, Materials/Trace, Crime Scene Investigation.
- Experience and knowledge in ISO/IEC Forensic Accreditation.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills including the ability to exercise proper judgment and discretion in working with others.
- The ability to foster a teamwork environment and manage the work of professional and support staff.
- The capacity to courage collaboration and joint problem solving within a work unit.
- The capacity to provide feedback and coaching to enhance the skills and career development of subordinates.
- The ability to confront and resolve conflict.
- The ability to balance competing needs.
- The ability to establish procedures and methods to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Examination: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the posted filing deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please follow this link to the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form to complete and submit your request within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please follow this link to the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form to complete and submit your request within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information.
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Salary : $111,800 - $154,170
