Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 46838 

Position Title:  Forensic Science Administrator II

Working Title:  Forensic Science Administrator II-Information/Equipment Program Administrator.
Closing Date: 06/20/2025
​Agency:  Illinois State Police
Class Title: FORENSIC SCIENCE ADMINISTRATOR 2 - 15912 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary (Effective 7/1/25) $8816 monthly; Full Range $8816-$13,110 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  VR704
Merit Comp Code:  

 

• Please upload a copy of your official/unoffical transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.
• Note: The Illinois State Police must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
• Answer all questions thoroughly- DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME

 

• This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
• All applicants who want to be considered for this position  MUST apply electronically through the  illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the  SuccessFactors employee career portal.
• Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number 46838  

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

As a Forensic Science Administrator II within the Division of Forensic Services, under direction, maintains documentation of the administration of the system; serves as the statewide liaison within the department and with other criminal justice agencies. Serves as full line supervisor; assigns and reviews work; provides guidance and training to assigned staff; counsels staff regarding work performance. Evaluates, reviews, modifies, and selects the final specifications for the Command in regard to instrument parameters and compatibility with existing forensic specialty requirements and methods of analysis. Directs the efforts of Forensic Science Administrators and other Forensic Science personnel in analyzing the various forensic specialties and methods of analysis to determine the most appropriate system for capturing data indicating the time of analysis and the degree of difficulty of various tests performed per case. Serves as the Command's contact for the state laboratory commodity contracts between the state laboratories and Central Management Services. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Essential Functions

• Administers the statewide forensic and evidence information management system.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Has technical supervision, and monitors/reviews the work activity of forensic scientists involved in technical programs such as Laboratory Information Mangement System and developing forensic scientific instrument specifications.
• Manages the technical specifications process of leasing and purchasing forensic scientific instruments.
• Administers the Command's management information system for the Commander's office.
• Establishes analytical maintenance contracts.
• Negotiates complex instrument contracts for the Forensic Sciences Command.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a natural or forensic science, preferably supplemented by a master's degree in one of the biological, natural, physical, or forensic sciences or related discipline.
• Requires three (3) years of professional forensic science work experience such as would be gained at the advanced caseworker level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers five (5) years of work experience with laboratory information management systems.
• Prefers five (5) years of work experience that would be gained at the advanced caseworker level performing laboratory techniques and using analytical methods in at least one of the forensic science discipline areas.
• Prefers three (3) years of work experience in maintaining the chain of custody of physical evidence.
• Prefers three (3) years of work experience applying State, Federal, and local criminal laws and regulations as they relate to the forensic examination and chain-of-custody of forensic evidence.
• Prefers two (2) years of work experience triaging forensic evidence submission and casework approach accounting for the various forensic science laboratory services provided and the different disciplines’ examination techniques.
• Prefers one (1) year of work experience in developing, implementing, and enforcing policies, procedures and quality standards for a forensic science laboratory.
• Prefers one (1) year of work experience in compiling and preparing administrative reports and records.
• Prefers one (1) year of work experience supervising subordinate staff and providing for their professional development.
• Prefers one (1) year of work experience in developing a laboratory budget for resources to include personnel and equipment needs to assist in the preparation and implementation of the laboratory budget.

 

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of initial and on-going, random, alcohol and drug screens.
• Successful completion of a background investigation.
• Successful completion of a polygraph examination.
• Ability to maintain credibility in providing courtroom testimony.
• Ability to adhere to Illinois State Police's ethical standards.
• Ability to adhere to Illinois State Police's policies and procedures.
• Ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• No felony or misdemeanor convictions.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job descriptions.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Benefits Package

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

  Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Work Location: 801 S 7th St Springfield, IL 62703-2487
Agency Contact: ISP.JobPostings@illinois.gov  
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
• If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 
• State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 
• Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
• If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
  • State employees: Log in to the  career portal for State employees and review the  Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
  • Non-State employees: on  Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Night shift, Monday to Friday,

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