Supervisor Computer Forensic Lab - MSP - Agency Only

Vassalboro , Maine , United States | Full-time

Apply by: Sept. 18, 2024

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Department of Public SafetyJob Class Code:7054

Grade: 29 - SupervisorySalary: $66,352 - $93,891

Location: MCJA, Vassalboro Opening Date: September 4, 2024Closing Date: September 18, 2024

This is professional services work involving the day-to-day direction and oversight of a state digital laboratory analysis unit. Responsibilities focus on planning and directing digital laboratory activities; overseeing and evaluating the work of 5 computer forensic analysts; and developing, implementing, and monitoring unit quality assurance/control, accreditation, and safety programs. Additional responsibilities include functioning as a forensic science resource to subordinate personnel and members of the law enforcement and legal communities, performing highly advanced computer forensic laboratory analyses, preparing written reports and interpretation of findings, developing methodologies and analytical systems procedures, and developing and monitoring unit budget, licenses, certifications, and lab supplies. Supervision is exercised over professional staff. Work is performed under administrative direction .

Primary responsibilities include:

• Develops and recommends unit goals, objectives, and standards in such areas as proficiency testing, quality assurance/control, safety, and validation studies to ensure unit maintains proper accreditation.

• Assists with development and monitoring of unit budget and grant acquisition to ensure unit has resources to attain established goals and objectives and fulfill service requirements.

• Plans, implements, and monitors unit operations including self-audit testing, quality assurance and control, and laboratory safety to obtain and maintain necessary accreditation and ensure the integrity of analytical testing and results.

• Researches and evaluates laboratory equipment, mobile field devices, and other materials used in laboratory analysis and/or field work to ensure facility meets accreditation standards and is capable of performing accurate testing.

• Examines, analyzes, and compares various types of electronic evidence using scientifically valid forensic techniques to identify evidence and to determine usefulness for criminal investigations.

• Explains and interprets test findings, their scientific basis, and statistical significance in criminal court proceedings and/or to provide consultation regarding laboratory procedures and the interpretation of results.

• Establishes liaisons with federal, state, county, local law enforcement agencies, and Maine Crime Laboratory to compare and explain analytical results and provide information concerning laboratory services.

• Trains law enforcement personnel in proper methods of handling of evidence and capabilities of computer forensic analysis to ensure the integrity and continuity of case evidence and promote the use of electronic forensic analysis.

• Processes crime scenes and vehicles and collects, packages, marks, and receives evidence to identify and obtain physical evidence and ensure the integrity and continuity of case evidence.

• Writes technical reports and opinions of analytical findings and their interpretation to document results, develop analytical reports, and provide expert written findings/testimony.

• Implements and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures, and practices such as: AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety.

Minimum qualifications:

A (6) six-year combination of education, training, and/or professional experience demonstrating expert level knowledge in areas of computer science, information security/systems, network security hardware/software, and forensic analysis to include two-years’ experience in a forensic specialty, or advanced research.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Lt. Jason Richards atJason.D.Richards@Maine.Gov

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95%of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees.

State employees are eligible for anextensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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