Employment Opportunity

Forensic Scientist I, II, III, IV or V, Firearms and Toolmark

Austin Police Department, Austin, Texas

Salary: Commensurate

Final Filing Date: March 10, 2025

As a key member of the Austin Forensic Science Department’s Firearms and Toolmark section, this position applies comprehensive knowledge and modern forensic principles, practices, and procedures to objectively examine, analyze, classify, and identify firearms and related evidence. Support our mission in the pursuit of truth through science and outstanding service to the community of Austin. Become part of the Austin Forensic Science Department’s Firearms team as we implement the latest 3d microscopy technology and transform the discipline.

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Duties

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Performs complex comparative analysis of legally seized firearms, ammunition components, and/or weapons.
Documents the unique characteristics of firearms during a forensic examination, to include thorough inspection and temporarily repairing/restoring firearms.
Documents all examinations performed and results obtained.
Testifies to work performed in court. Plans and executes new method development and validation studies.
Provides forensic instruction to stakeholders.
Promotes the quality management system.

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

Requirements

Forensic Scientist I, II, III, IV or V

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

Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation or Forensic Science

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Posted: February 26, 2025

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