Title: Firearms Examiner
List Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $3310.42-$3970.65/mo. Closing Date: Until Filled
Requisition #: IFS03-0016
Job Summary:	Applies scientific principles and uses specialized instrumentation to perform a variety of complex, independent physical and microscopic laboratory tests, analyses, classifications, comparisons and identifications on all types of toolmarks, firearms and ammunition and other types of physical evidence using established protocols. Provides scientific consultation services to submittors and other interested parties and may offer recommendations for relevant analysis on submitted items. Interprets analytical results and prepares written opinion reports regarding findings. Testifies in legal proceedings regarding testing methods, results and validity of testing protocols. Performs various quality control procedures and is responsible for ensuring the integrity of evidence by using established handling protocols.
Qualifications:	Education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in physical sciences, chemistry or in a job related field of study. One (1) year of additional job related experience required. Must possess thorough, current knowledge of principles, techniques and procedures of firearms and toolmarks analysis, including the ability to examine and identify firearms for proper functioning, ammunition and ammunition components, microscopic comparison of fired bullets and cartridge cases, range of fire estimations and the ability to examine and compare tools and toolmarks, fracture matches, serial number restorations; skill in the use of standard laboratory, firearms and toolmarks examination equipment; thorough knowledge in chemical and biological safe handling procedures; detailed understanding of established evidence handling procedures; working knowledge of personal computers and standard applications; ability to communicate in a concise and effective manner; ability to communicate scientific information to lay persons in an understandable manner; ability to work cooperatively with others; and the ability to establish work priorities and work with minimal supervision. Performs work in a laboratory environment; routinely required to work in areas with potential exposure to biological and/or chemical hazards, particularly lead exposure; required to use good laboratory practices and safety precautions including the use of personal protective equipment. Must possess manual dexterity and visual acuity sufficient to accurately execute standard protocols, including the ability to perceive minute differences and details and to withstand the strain of continued close work; moderate lifting may be required; frequent and often unanticipated travel within the state of Texas is required. Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Dallas County.

For additional information visit our website at www.dallascounty.org to view a complete list of job vacancies and to complete an online application or you may call our office at 214.653.7638. Applicants may also download a copy of the employment application and apply via mail or in person at 509 Main Street, #103, Dallas, Texas 75202 Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

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