Firearms Examiner Trainee Jobs

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The primary job duties of the Firearms Examiner are to examine and interpret firearms evidence associated with alleged criminal acts. Specific duties of the Firearms Examiner may include, but not be limited to performing the following duties with little or no direct supervision:

• Testifying in courts of law regarding analyses performed
• Comparisons of fired bullets and cartridge cases
• Acting as a second/reviewing examiner on cases completed by other examiners
• Examination and test firing of firearms
• Conducting administrative and technical reviews of case records
• Entering specimens into NIBIN and reviewing correlations
• Restoration of obliterated serial numbers on firearms

Required Experience

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• The position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in forensic science or a chemical, physical, or biological science from an accredited college or university (transcripts required). College coursework should meet the requirements for the Texas Forensic Science Commission Forensic Analyst license. As a result, completion of college-level Statistics or the ability to complete a Statistics course within the 6 months of hire is also required.
• Certification in Firearms Examination through AFTE strongly preferred.
• The successful candidate must be able to gain Forensic Analyst licensure from TFSC within the first six months of employment.
• Active licensure or direct work experience as a Firearms Examiner may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.

Minimum Experience Requirements

Experience in a Forensic lab environment, specifically in evidence handling is strongly preferred.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of ISO-17025 accreditation standards
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication
• Knowledge of firearms examination practice and procedure
• Demonstrated ability to effectively handle conflict and uncertain situations
• Demonstrated ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
• Demonstrated skills in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing work assignments
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships with fellow employees, internal customers, and external customers.
• Demonstrated skill in using computers and related software applications

To be considered, please attach all of the following as your application:

• A cover letter of at least 500 words indicating your motivation in becoming a Firearms Examiner.
• Resume or CV

Keyword: Firearms

From: Houston Forensic Science Center, Inc