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

Position Summary

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.

Refer to the Crime Laboratory Director's chart of standards for specific qualifying criteria.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

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.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology or related field; and

One (1) year of examination training and/or casework.

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.

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.

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

Refer to the Crime Laboratory Director's chart of standards for specific qualifying criteria.

A 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.

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