FORENSIC SCIENCE ADMINISTRATOR I - GROUP E
State of IllinoisAbout the role
Job Requisition ID: 57680
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
Closing Date: 08/06/2026
Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title: FORENSIC SCIENCE ADMINISTRATOR 1 - 15911
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,559 monthly; Full Range $8,559 - $12,646 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: VR704 Departments of Corrections, Financial and Professional Regulation, Juvenile Justice and State Police Supervisors Laborers' International Union of North America - ISEA, Local 2002; Southern and Central Illinois Laborers' District Council
Merit Comp Code:
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.
Position Overview:
The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Forensic Science is seeking a detail oriented and service focused Forensic Science Administrator I to join our team. The Group Supervisor of the Forensic Biology/Deoxyribonucleic Acid (FB/DNA) Section at the Forensic Science Center at Chicago oversees the technical, analytical, and administrative operations of a high‑volume forensic laboratory unit. This role provides expert leadership in FB/DNA casework, ensuring that all examinations, analyses, and reports meet rigorous scientific, legal, and quality‑assurance standards. The supervisor evaluates and approves FB/DNA laboratory reports, guiding staff in the application of validated methodologies and troubleshooting complex analytical issues. The position is responsible for maintaining operational readiness by ensuring personnel have the necessary equipment, supplies, and materials to complete their assignments efficiently and accurately. As a frontline leader, the supervisor assigns, directs, and coordinates the work of subordinate forensic scientists, balancing caseload demands with quality expectations to deliver timely, reliable results to Chicago Laboratory user agencies and the courts. The role also represents the FB/DNA section at professional conferences and seminars, staying current with emerging technologies, best practices, and advancements in forensic biology. ISP encourages all those who qualify to apply!
The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:
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Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
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12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
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Pension Plan
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Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
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Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
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Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
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Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
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Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.
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, y
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