Forensic Scientist-Firearm/Tool Mark SCT, SCI, SCII, SCIII

About the Role

Identify, examine, analyze, evaluate, and interpret evidence in the investigation of crimes. Use forensic science in the analysis of evidence to reach scientific conclusions in the area of Firearm/Tool Marks. Effectively communicate results and findings, verbally and in writing, to the appropriate parties. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic analysis of evidence related to Firearm/Tool Marks
• Reach scientific conclusions based on evidence examination
• Communicate findings verbally and in writing

Requirements

• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire
• Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire

Qualifications

Forensic Scientist Firearm and Tool Mark SCT – Trainee

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology, or related field
• Successful completion of the APD FS - Firearm/Tool Mark Training Program before progression to SCI, SC2, SC3 levels
• Successful completion of the Competency Exams and/or Mock Trials before progression to SCI, SC2, SC3 levels

Forensic Scientist Firearm and Tool Mark I SC1 – Entry Level

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology, or related field
• One (1) year of examination training and/or casework

Forensic Scientist Firearm and Tool Mark II SC2 – Journeyman Level

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology, or related field; and Three (3) years of examination training and/or casework; OR
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology, or related field; and Five (5) years of examination training and/or casework

Forensic Scientist Firearm and Tool Mark III SC3 - Advanced Level

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology; and Eight (8) years of examination training and/or casework; OR
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology; and Ten (10) years of examination training and/or casework

Working Conditions

Environmental

• Variety of forensic, laboratory, and crime scene environments
• Potential exposure to unpleasant odors, fumes, dust, contagious diseases, bodily fluids, explosive materials, loud noises, as well as irritant, carcinogenic, toxic, or mutagenic chemicals
• Prolonged use of computers

Physical

• Essential and supplemental functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for personal mobility
• May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds on a regular basis