Forensic Scientist III (Firearms)

Forensic Scientist III (Firearms) Arizona Department of Public Safety - 3.6 Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time $93,292.78 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Forensic Science Biology Electrophoresis equipment Microscopic analysis Immunological assays Molecular Biology X-ray inspection as testing technique Biochemistry Trial material preparation assistance Legal presentation of evidence Forensic science personnel training Urinalysis Immunological laboratory techniques Laboratory instruction Scientific research Court testimony Electron microscopy Technical report writing Bachelor's degree in biology Expert witness consultation Processing crime scene samples as a forensic scientist Courtroom procedure Laboratory reports Biochemical laboratory techniques Bachelor's degree Investigation evidence collection Team training Genetics Ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy Materials analysis (analytical chemistry specialty) Full Job Description JOB The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking experienced and motivated individuals to join our team as a Forensic Scientist specializing in the Firearms discipline. Utilizes chemical, microscopic, chromatographic, and comparative techniques and instrumentation to examine, identify and evaluate physical evidence which may include: controlled dangerous substances; blood, urine, and other biological specimens; firearms; questioned documents; latent prints; trace evidence; and other items of evidentiary value. Prepares technical reports; provides expert testimony in court; provides technical advice and guidance to and trains other forensic scientists; recommends revisions to analytical methodology and purchase of scientific equipment; serves as an experienced casework analyst working complex cases within the discipline and performs related tasks as required. Supervision is received from a Supervising Forensic Scientist. This may be a competitive OR a progressive classification.

This recruitment will be used to establish an eighteen-month eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies in the Phoenix area. Recruitment may close without notice.

Must successfully complete the examination process. Click here for details regarding the exam process. Written Examination

PASS/FAIL

Qualifications Appraisal Board (QAB) 100%

NOTE:

Transcript copies (official or unofficial) are required with your application.

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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 1.

Examines, identifies, and evaluates suspected evidence which may include blood, semen, hair, fibers, paint chips, glass fragments, questioned documents, fire accelerants, soils, firearms, latent prints, drugs, poisons, alcoholic beverages, etc. Utilizes physical, chemical, microscopic, photographic, comparative, classification, computer, molecular biology, chromatographic and visualization techniques and instrumentation which may include gas chromatography, ultraviolet spectrophotometry, infrared spectrophotometry, electrophoresis, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive x-ray, variable wavelength forensic light sources, spectrofluorimetry, and immunoassay.2. Prepares technical written reports in order to document scientific analyses and results.3. Attends pre-trial conferences, prepares exhibits for courtroom use, and provides expert testimony in courts throughout the state.4. Discusses laboratory test results and evidence collection with officers and attorneys.5. Remains current on scientific advancements in the forensic field through technical publications, presentations and training in order to apply appropriate methodologies.6. Responds to crime scene incidents in order to gather, preserve and move items of evidence to crime lab for further analysis.7. Researches and evaluates new methods of analysis to update scientific methodology.8. Provides general scientific information in response to questions from Department staff, other agencies and the public.9. Provides technical advice and guidance to other forensic scientists with difficult analyses.10. Trains new forensic scientists in laboratory methodology and in skills required to attain courtroom qualification.11. Instructs law enforcement personnel in training schools throughout the state in laboratory procedures such as recognizing, handling and examining physical evidence.12. Recommends purchase of scientific equipment and supplies.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in biology, chemistry, or closely related physical or natural sciences with either a minimum of thirty (30) semester hours in chemistry or a minimum of twenty (20) semester hours of chemistry with completed coursework in molecular biology, genetics, and biochemistry; a minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a forensic scientist in a recognized crime laboratory; demonstrated competency in at least one forensic discipline; and court or professional presentation experience applicable to forensics. Additional forensic scientist experience, beyond the required seven (7) years, may substitute for semester hours of chemistry (one (1) year additional forensic scientist experience equals ten (10) chemistry semester hours). Up to three (3) years of the required experience may be substituted with professional experience obtained in a clinical or research laboratory, provided the experience involved analytical or technical laboratory work applicable to forensic laboratory testing and reporting. Progression to the next classification in the Forensic Scientist series requires an overall performance rating of at least "Standard" in the last 12 months. Must successfully complete the examination process.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt