CRIMINALIST (PHYSICAL EVIDENCE) FIREARMS EXAMINER
The Connecticut Department of Public Safety, Division of Scientific Services, is seeking applicants for the position of Criminalist (Physical Evidence) Firearms Examiner. Qualifications include six years of experience in forensic analysis related to physical evidence - firearms examiner; knowledge of modern methods of criminal investigation and identification; knowledge of applicable laboratory techniques and procedures relating to physical evidence - firearms for analyzing evidentiary materials; interpersonal skills; and good oral and written communication skills. College training in forensic science or other closely related field may be substituted for the general experience on the basis of 15 semester hours equaling 1/2 year of experience to a maximum of four years for a bachelor's degree. A master's degree in forensic science or other closely related field may be substituted for one additional year of the general experience. A PhD degree in forensic science or closely related field may be substituted for the general experience. Two years as a Connecticut Careers Trainee in forensic analysis related to physical evidence - firearms may be substituted for the general experience. Responsibilities include receiving evidence and completing a written description; photographing evidence and removing trace materials from evidence for analyses; conducting complex forensic analysis of evidence utilizing technical instrumentation relating to physical evidence – participating in research programs- handling materials and samples before and after analysis in order to maintain them for safe keeping or disposal; preparing comprehensive reports; testifying in court as an expert witness; assisting in training new employees; and performing other related duties as required. Annual Salary: $51,770 - $70,242.
CONTACT:
CT DAS/Human Resources
165 Capitol Avenue, Room 422
Hartford, CT 06106-1630
(860) 622-2875