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

Posting number: 2700056

Department: Police

Division: PD-Criminalistics

Job classification: Forensic Scientist - Firearm / Tool Mark Series

Posting type: Open

Categories: Law Enforcement, Forensics

SummaryIdentify, 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 Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. QualificationsForensic 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; and 
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. 
 
ADDITIONAL 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

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

Physical: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.