Forensic Laboratory Specialist II - Firearms & Toolmarks

Duties:

Duties include

• Assisting examiners with the preservation and transfer of evidentiary crime scene materials, particularly dealing with various aspects of firearms and toolmarks evidence.
• Also, assisting with laboratory support functions such as: perform quality control of reagents and equipment, perform preventive maintenance on equipment, prepare reagents, input case data into database, and inventory/order of supplies related to firearms analysis.
• This position may require occasional travel.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with courses in math and science
• Familiarity with a scientific laboratory environment using basic laboratory equipment, techniques, and laboratory safety procedures
• Knowledge of the theory and application of natural science and general mathematics as they relate to the storage and preservation of crime scene evidence
• Ability to maintain accurate records, analyze and interpret data, follow written protocols and oral instructions, manage multiple tasks efficiently, establish work priorities, and independently perform routine duties
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner, both verbally and in writing
• Valid driver’s license and/or other means of reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural science area or a scientific related field
• Experience with chain of custody in a laboratory environment
• Experience working in a scientific laboratory environment operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation
• Experience working in a scientific laboratory environment preparing solutions and reagents
• Experience using computers in laboratory environment
• Experience with and/or knowledge of firearms

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