Manager, Biology Section

Public Safety Division/Centre of Forensic Sciences

Lead Forensic Biology for Ontario's Justice System

Join the Centre of Forensic Sciences (CFS) Biology Section and help shape the delivery of forensic biology services across Ontario's justice system. As Manager, Biology Section, you will lead a team of scientific and technical professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement while supporting the delivery of high-quality forensic services.

We are seeking a progressive, people-focused leader with technical aptitude, strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and a mature understanding of forensic biology. You have the ability to bring together people with diverse roles, experiences and perspectives, support positive change, and lead in a manner that is both highly supportive and accountable. In this role, your leadership will help strengthen scientific excellence, support the development of a high-performing team, and contribute to work that has a meaningful impact on public safety and the administration of justice across Ontario.

The Ontario Public Service: Strengthening Ontario, together.

A career in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) is driven by purpose. We\'re building a stronger Ontario by delivering programs and services that make a real difference in people\'s lives. If you share this ambition, you\'ll find a workplace that reflects the diversity of the people we serve and empowers you to lead with confidence.

Why Your Leadership Belongs Here

• Purpose that drives you: Lead work that matters. Your leadership will shape policies, programs, and services that improve lives across the province—every day.
• A culture that supports you: Thrive in a flexible, inclusive, and respectful workplace that values your well-being and empowers you to bring your whole self to work.
• A career that grows with you: Explore leadership opportunities across ministries and sectors. With access to mentorship, learning, and mobility, your career can evolve here.
• Recognition that reflects your impact: We value the difference you make. You\'ll receive competitive pay, a defined-benefit pension, and benefits that support your well-being—plus meaningful recognition for your contributions.

About the job

We believe great leadership starts with high standards and strong support. In the OPS, that means showing up with authenticity, acting with integrity, and having the courage to do what\'s right, even when it\'s hard.

As a leader, you\'ll shape a team culture that sparks innovation, supports collaboration, and champions inclusion. You\'ll help build a workplace that is diverse, anti-racist, and accessible, where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to thrive.

You won\'t be doing it alone. We invest in our leaders through mentorship, learning opportunities, and cross-ministry networks that help you grow your impact and connect with peers across the organization.

Leadership is about impact, and in this role, you\'ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful one.

You will:

• Manage a team of scientific and technical staff.
• Co-ordinate the completion of casework including case assignment, providing expert advice and direction, and ensuring continuity of evidence and coordination of the unit\'s work.
• Monitor laboratory practices to ensure staff compliance with accreditation standards and safety procedures.
• Identify needs, and conduct/promote educational training and developmental programs for staff.
• Participate in research and personal developmental activities/programs.
• Establish and oversee a regular program for the preventative maintenance of scientific equipment.
• Conduct casework and testify in court on reports and analyses conducted within the Biology Section.

Your ability to align your team\'s efforts with broader organizational goals will be key to your success, and to the success of the people we serve.

Meet Your New Team

The Centre of Forensic Sciences provides forensic testing services for criminal and non-criminal investigations in the province of Ontario. It operates independently of, but in partnership with, police, prosecutors and other stakeholders to produce objective, unbiased test results and opinions of importance to the justice system.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of the Biology Section and while overseeing biology operations and staff in Sault Ste Marie, you will work closely within a broader management team and alongside a number of other managers who are responsible for forensic biology services across the province.

This position involves exposure to accounts and physical evidence of violent crimes and may not be suitable for all people.

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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario\'s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Note: This position is based in Sault Ste. Marie and requires on-site work five days per week.

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