NIBIN Technician

Duties

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• NIBIN Technicians are responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the Firearms Unit’s Integrated Ballistics Identification System (IBIS).
• Safely test fires firearms.
• Performs BrassTraxTM acquisitions of test fired cartridge cases and crime scene cartridge cases into the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN).
• Performs Matchpoint+TM correlation reviews to identify and disseminate NIBIN leads.
• Issues reports regarding analysis of evidence
• Testifies as an expert witness in municipal, state and federal courts as necessary regarding analysis
• Maintains chain of custody of evidence
• Makes reagents/standards used for processing and verify their performance
• Performs basic instrument maintenance when necessary
• Performs verifications and technical reviews of casework
• Maintains the firearms reference collection and stock ammunition collection.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

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

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience with a law enforcement agency or its equivalent in property and evidence or directly related field.

Preferred:

• Experience or training in NIBIN operations and firearm examinations
• Associate or bachelor’s Degree in forensic science, criminal justice, or related fields.
• Experience in firearms and toolmaking field
• Experience working in a lab environment.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrable knowledge of general forensic science.
• Must successfully complete the NIBIN Technician training plan or applicable portions thereof as determined by the Firearms Technical Leader.
• Must pass an internal competency test and receive independent casework authorization from the Firearms Technical Leader and the Quality Assurance Manager.
• Will participate in the UMFCL proficiency testing program

Knowledge:

• Appropriate scientific procedures and equipment used in firearms examination
• Safe handling practices for firearms and chemicals in use by the laboratory
• Investigative methods and techniques
• Rules of evidence and court testimony

Skills:

• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Skill in the use of standard office equipment as well as laboratory instrumentation
• Skill in firearms examination

Abilities:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Organize and prioritize work
• Properly use and maintain scientific equipment
• Prepare reagents
• Prepare accurate reports
• Maintain secure custody of evidence while in their possession
• Work independent of direct supervision
• Testify effectively on scientific matters in judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License

Essential Personnel:

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

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