Location

New Town

Hours per fortnight

Full Time, 76 hours per fortnight.

Duties

The Manager Forensic Biology is a key member of the Forensic Science Service Tasmania (FSST) management group. The Manager provides leadership and direction to Forensic Biology staff, provides expert advice and recommendations to, and supports the Director, FSST to provide independent scientific/regulatory services of a highly complex and varied nature in relation to Forensic Biology.

The Manager works closely with the Director, FSST to develop and execute strategies, policies, systems, and processes for the state-wide delivery of Forensic Biology, including the allocation and coordination of human, physical and financial resources.

This Manager also works with the Director, FSST to build productive working relationships, strategic partnerships and communication networks within and external to the Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management (DPFEM).

Due to the sensitive and challenging nature of the work within FSST, the Manager, Forensic Biology is expected to demonstrate a level of resilience and adaptability within their role, the ability to self-advocate for their wellbeing, and that of the Forensic Biology staff.

Essential Requirements

Essential

A 3-year degree in science, majoring in a biological science or equivalent qualifications from a tertiary institution.

Pre-Employment Checks 

The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to:

• Arson and fire setting;
• Sexual offences;
• Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud);
• Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception);
• Making false declarations;
• Violent crimes and crimes against the person;
• Malicious damage and destruction to property
• Trafficking of narcotic substance;
• False alarm raising. 

Desirable Requirements

A current driver’s licence.

Minimum eight years relevant post graduate experience.

Academic qualifications in leadership or management and/or significant leadership and management experience.

Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

002287 - SoD - Manager Forensic Biology - FSST - AHPA Level 5.docx

002287 - SoD - Manager Forensic Biology - FSST - AHPA Level 5.pdf

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.DOCX

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.pdf

DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe.  

As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times.

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. 

Online applications will only be accepted, please click the blue Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact (03) 6173 2054.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Further Information

For further information on this position, please contact John Toohey, A/Director FSST on (03) 6165 3945 / john.toohey@police.tas.gov.au

Applications close on:

*Wednesday, 3 June 2026 @ 11:55pm