Firearms Examiner
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Firearms Examiner Position
The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.
To provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community.
To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings.
To establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.
Inventories, documents, evaluate and test fires various types of firearms; evaluates and microscopically examines fired evidence components; conducts serial number restoration of firearms; performs distance determination cases; issues report reflecting results of the examination.
Conduct Laboratory Examination responsibilities to include, but not limited to:
Evaluation and test firing of various types of firearms.
Performs moderately complex and complex analysis of submitted firearms and firearms-related evidence that may include hazardous biological and chemical substances.
Conducts technical and administrative reviews of casework to ensure compliance with laboratory procedures and accreditation standards.
Provide expert testimony in the discipline of Firearms Identification.
Reviews NIBIN correlations; provides expert testimony; provides technical assistance to law enforcement and attorneys.
Trains new employees; develops and validates new test methods and instrumentation.
Provide technical assistance to police officers, the District Attorney's Office and other law enforcement personnel.
A Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic Science, Chemistry or a related natural science (e.g. Biology, Physics).
Must have completed a 3-semester credit hour (or equivalent) college level statistics course from an accredited university or program approved by the Texas Forensic Science Commission
Successful completion of a training program equivalent to the Association of Firearms and Tool Mark Examiner's (AFTE) Training Manual in addition to requisite proficiency in microscopic examinations, or the Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms National Firearms and Toolmark Examiner Academy (NFEA) supplemented by sufficient comparative microscopy experience, or training of similar structure at another laboratory.
Forensic Analyst Licensure by the Texas Forensic Science Commission will be required; licensure must be maintained for the duration of the employment.
Must comply with State of Texas Forensic Science Commission licensure requirements within one year of hire
Maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
Good communication skills for frequent testimony and participation in accreditation reviews and symposia/seminars.
Ability to understand and use statistics as they apply or will apply to firearms examinations and comparisons.
Computer literacy in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Full time; 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Weekend and evening shifts may be necessary
Physical activities include, but are not limited to, standing, walking, running, talking, and hearing.
Requires physical strength to lift and handle large and heavy items of weighing up to forty (40) pounds in the routine performance of duties.
Ability to safely test fire all types of firearms on a routine basis.
Ability to work for extended periods of time while seated at a computer and/or comparison microscope.
Reports to: Director, Firearms Identification
Law enforcement, prosecutors, defense attorneys, educators and peers during professional training or participation in accreditation or certification visits.
Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences
1861 Old Spanish Trail Houston, TX 77054
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
Health & Wellness Benefits
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave*
Sick Leave
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule*
METRO RideSponsor Program*
* Participation may vary by County department.
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