Greenville, SC is located 1.5 hours south of Charlotte, NC and 2.5 hours north of Atlanta, GA.
The posting and application link to the Greenville County website is below:
Criminalist (Firearms Laboratory) Full Time Position
Greenville County is seeking a Criminalist to perform a variety of duties related to the analysis of many types of evidence recovered at crime scenes including, but not limited to, firearms and toolmark analysis. This position is responsible for providing opinions and evaluations of evidence in an investigative capacity; preparing documentation reflecting the analysis and conclusions of the examiner; preparation of evidence to be used at trial; provide explanation of analysis procedures and conclusions in court as an expert witness; perform analysis of firearms, ammunition, ammunition components; conduct microscopic comparisons of questioned bullets and cartridge casings, examine various types of manufacturer, class and individual characteristics of tools and toolmarks; examine captured material for any signs indicating make, model, modifications, place of origin, manufacturer or maker, and serial numbers; determine firearm operability; if safe to fire follow SOP's for the discharge of a firearm for the purposes of material recovery for comparison; perform administrative and technical reviews of reports and worksheets; and prepare written results suitable for intelligence or prosecutorial packages.
The successful candidate will have good knowledge of acceptable practices and procedures for the analysis of evidence; working knowledge of the specialized machines, equipment and tools used in the collection and analysis of evidence; knowledge of LIMS and NIBIN systems; and, knowledge of the demands and restraints that are imposed by the judicial system on the procedures and techniques used in forensic analysis.
Applicant must possess a minimum of a Bachelor of Science or advanced degree from an accredited university with a major in a natural or physical science Experience is required in the analysis of firearms, ammunition, and ammunition components; conducting microscopic comparisons of questioned bullets and cartridges casings; examining various types of manufacturers, class and individual characteristics of tools and tool marks on a variety of objects; providing training to other personnel in regard to firearm safety and proper handling techniques, and experience conducting examinations while maintaining chain of custody and formulating interpretation results for forensic and/or intelligence exploitation. Applicant may be required to obtain a law enforcement certification, other certificates and licenses as determined by the Assistant County Administrator for the Department of Public Safety. Must possess a valid driver's license. Clear FBI/SLED background; good credit report and polygraph required.
Salary Range: $54,569.62 to $90,039.88
https://selfservice.greenvillecounty.org/mss/EmploymentOpportunities/ApplicationEntry.aspx?form=DET&req=1740&sreq=1&desc=CRIMINALIST-FIREARMS%20LABORATORY