Forensic Services Supervisor

Salary: $108,866.00 - $118,957.00 Annually
Location : Towson, MD
Job Type: MERIT
Job Number: 10.543 05-2026
Department: POLICE
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/3/2026 4:30 PM Eastern

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
Pay Schedule XII, Grade 8M
A vacancy exists in the Police Department, Administrative and Technical Services Bureau/Forensic Services Section.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interestedtransfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resumewill not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You MUST attach your transcript(s), certification(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Educationwill result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education mustbe submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties


Under general supervision, supervises the handling, analysis, reporting of results of analysis and/or the quality assurance of evidence as part of police and fire investigations in one or more units of the Forensic Services Section of the Baltimore County Police Department.

• Establishes and enforces procedures for the accountability and integrity of evidence and case records in one or more units of the Forensic Services Section.
• Develops and maintains unit specific manuals.
• Ensures proper training of employees.
• Establishes and enforces procedures for the casework performed, analyses and results reported, and quality assurance thereof in one or more units of the Forensic Services Section.
• Supports the objectives of the Forensic Services Section regarding budget, human resources and productivity by monitoring progress and preparing associated documentation for one or more units of the Forensic Services Section.
• Monitors attendance and workflow to optimize the efficiency of work performed in one or more of the units of the Forensic Services Section.
• Maintains communication and networks outside of the Forensic Services Section in order to further the mission of the Section; participates in professional forums; communicates with peers and customers in a professional manner.
• Cultivates a positive working environment by incorporating teamwork and wellness strategies for one or more units within the Forensic Services Section.
• Assists other Forensic Services personnel as necessary to assure proper functioning of the unit or Section.

Examples of Other Duties

• Prepares and delivers presentations on forensic services to community groups.
• May attend training sessions, both locally and out-of-state, to keep abreast of new developments and learn new techniques.
• May attend conferences and meetings to gather information and represent the unit or Section.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications
Possession of a bachelor's degree in a biological or physical science, criminalistics, criminal justice, law enforcement, computer science, information technology, or a related field.
Plus
Five (5) years' experience in forensics, computer forensics or evidence collection.
(Qualifying education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)


Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
Some positions may require certification through the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) as a Certified Computer Forensics Examiner (CCFE) and Certified Electronic Evidence Collection Specialist (CEECS).
Some positions may require certification in A+ by the Computing Technology Industry Association.
Proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable as long as they indicate the degree awarded and have the name of the school printed on them.
Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Educationwill result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education mustbe submittedwith each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ().
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Forensic Services Supervisor
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
YouMUSTattach your transcript(s), certification(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment


On appointment to this classification, an employee must provide a DNA sample to be maintained for quality assurance purposes by way of buccal swab of the inside of the employee's mouth or current standardized collection procedure to be performed by qualified police department personnel. Provision of the DNA sample is a condition of employment and shall only be used for law enforcement purposes as a forensic laboratory or for purposes of human remains identification and request, but only to the extent that the genetic information is used for analysis of DNA identification markers for quality control to detect sample contamination. It shall be maintained and disclosed only in a manner consistent with law, separate from the employee's personnel file as a confidential medical record, and will not be used for any other purpose. See 75 Fed. Reg. 68912, 68936 (November 9, 2010), 42 U.S.C. 2000ff-1(b)(6), 29 CFR 1635.8(b)(6), as amended. Provision of the DNA sample is a bona fide occupational qualification reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the police department. Failure to provide the DNA sample would prevent performance of an essential job function. Employees in this classification may be assigned to a work shift which includes nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and may be required to work overtime as needed.
Character Requirements
All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug test. Employees are subject to periodic drug testing.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification frequently requires walking, standing, lifting, carrying, or dragging equipment and evidence of various sizes and shapes, traveling between work sites, and exposure to adverse weather conditions, toxic chemicals, bio-medical hazards, such as blood and other body fluids, and other hazardous conditions. Some situations will require climbing ladders, working at heights, or accessing confined spaces.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
01


The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02


Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03


Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
• Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Driver's License Learners Permit.
• I do not have a driver's license.

04


Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

05


Select the option that describes your level of education and experience.

• High school or an appropriate equivalent plus nine (9) years' experience in forensics, computer forensics or evidence collection.
• AA degree in the required subject areas and seven (7) years' experience in forensics, computer forensics or evidence collection.
• Bachelor's degree in the required subject areas and five (5) years' experience in forensics, computer forensics or evidence collection.
• Masters' degree in the required subject area and three (3) years' experience in forensics, computer forensics or evidence collection.
• I do not have any of the above combination of education and experience.

06


How many years' experience do you have working in a supervisory capacity with forensics or forensic evidence collection?

• Less than 1 year experience.
• 1 - 3 years' experience.
• 4 - 6 years' experience.
• 7 or more years' experience.
• I do not have any experience as listed above.

07


Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any experience as listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.
08


Have you ever testified in court as an expert witness concerning the examination of forensic evidence?

• Yes
• No

09


Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A in the space below.
10


Select the certification(s) that you currently possess. Be sure to provide a copy of each certification that you selected along with your application. All copies must be received in the Office of Human Resources by the closing date.

• Crime Scene Certification (CSC) International Association for Identification (IAI).
• Other.
• I do not have any certifications.

11


Employees in this classification may be assigned to a work shift which includes nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and may be required to work overtime as needed. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.
• No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

12


Positions in this classification handle very sensitive and confidential information. Mishandling and/or communication of this sensitive and confidential information will result in termination of employment.

• Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.
• No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

13


This position works in the crime lab which requires applicants to provide a DNA sample at time of appointment. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

• Yes, I am willing to accept this condition of employment.
• No, I am not willing to accept this condition of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

14


Incumbents must remain competent to testify as an expert witness during the course of their employment. Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

• Yes, I am willing to accept this condition of employment.
• No, I am not willing to accept this condition of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

15


I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Required Question