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 in order 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 to relevant parties

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