Criminalist - Firearms Laboratory

Duties

This position is responsible for providing opinions and evaluations of evidence in an investigative capacity; preparing documentation reflecting the analysis and conclusions of the examiner; preparation of evidence to be used at trial; provide explanation of analysis procedures and conclusions in court as an expert witness; perform analysis of firearms, ammunition, ammunition components; conduct microscopic comparisons of questioned bullets and cartridge casings, examine various types of manufacturer, class and individual characteristics of tools and tool marks; examine captured material for any signs indicating make, model, modifications, place or origin, manufacturer of maker, and serial numbers; determine firearm operability; if safe to fire follow SOP's for the discharge of a firearm for the purposes of material recovery for comparison; perform administrative and technical reviews of reports and worksheets; and prepare written results suitable for intelligence or prosecutorial packages. The successful candidate will have good knowledge of acceptable practices and procedures for the analysis of evidence; working knowledge of the specialized machines, equipment and tools used in the collection and analysis of evidence; knowledge of LIMS and NIBIN systems; and knowledge of the demands and restraints that are imposed by the judicial system on the procedures and techniques used in forensic analysis.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics or Forensic Psychology

Requirements

• Applicant must possess a minimum of a Bachelor of Science or advanced degree from an accredited university with a major in a natural or physical science.
• Experience is required in the analysis of firearms, ammunition, and ammunition components; conducting microscopic comparisons of questioned bullets and cartridges casings; examining various types of manufacturers, class and individual characteristics of tools and tool marks on a variety of objects; providing training to other personnel in regard to firearm safety and proper handling techniques, and experience conducting examinations while maintaining chain of custody and formulating interpretation results for forensic an/or intelligence exploitation.
• Applicant may be required to obtain a law enforcement certification, other certificates and licenses as determined by the Assistant County Administrator for the Department of Public Safety.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Clear FBI/SLED background; good credit report and polygraph required.

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