Forensics Firearms Examiner - 2 openings

$66,489 min - $83,111 mid

pay grade 19

The Firearm Examiner position is a professional and technical position involving forensic examinations in the area of firearm, toolmarks, serial number restoration and gunshot residue analysis associated with routine and complicated police investigations.  Also prepare comprehensive investigative reports, photograph firearms, test-fire suspect weapons, determine muzzle proximity and testify in Court as an expert witness.

• Examinations of firearms for operational capabilities
• Comparison of fired projectiles and cartridge cases
• Gunshot residue analysis for distance determinations
• Tool mark examinations and comparisons
• Serial number restorations
• Photograph firearms
• Interpretation of laboratory analyses and results
• Operation of IBIS/NIBIN system
• Preparation of written reports
• Expert witness testimony in Court
• Supervise a staff of full time, casual seasonal and contracted employees
• Assist other sections and jurisdictions with examination requests

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas. Failure in any one area will result in a rating of "not qualified."  

• Bachelor of Science Degree
• Qualified firearms and toolmark examiner as stipulated by the Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners (AFTE).
• Court qualified as an expert witness
• Full time experience conducting examinations of firearms, bullets and related evidence as a firearm examiner
• Computer skills including the use of the IBIS/NIBIN system
• Supervisory experience

Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of employment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of employment.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458.

TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package visit https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.