Topic: Job Announcement - GBI Crime Lab Associate, Asst. (Firearms) - Decatur, Georgia

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The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Crime Lab Associate, Assistant (Firearms Techinical Leader), job code 90305, job vacancy number 08-035.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Under broad supervision, functions as a Technical Leader, providing technical and analytical guidance in the area of Firearms Identification, on a statewide basis. Responds to all inquiries in matters of procedure, to include approving and submitting changes to analytical procedures from staff. Coordinates and conducts validation of all new equipment and methods. Organizes proficiency testing for scientists and lab technicians. Serves as the primary trainer for new employees. Maintains an individual caseload.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Completion of a bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of forensic laboratory experience at a level equivalent to Crime Laboratory Scientist 3 (total 4 years forensic laboratory experience equivalent to Crime Lab Scientist). Must have demonstrated competencies in effective oral and written communications, interpersonal skills, decision-making and problem solving skills, team building and customer service. Must be flexible.

NOTE: Bachelor’s degree must have included the successful completion of at least two (2) science courses.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the minimum qualifications above, applicants MUST possess the following experience, education and/or course work, appropriate to the area of assignment (Firearms Identification), in order to be considered for this vacancy: 

•A total of 4 years forensic laboratory experience equivalent to Crime Lab Scientist in the field of firearms examination.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Preference will be given to candidates who possess one or more of the following, in addition to meeting the qualifications listed above:
 
•Completion of a bachelor’s degree in natural science or forensic science from an accredited college or university.

•Experience as a qualified firearms and toolmark examiner in an accredited forensic laboratory in the field of firearms examination, with a current (i.e., within the past year) and successfully completed proficiency test in both firearms and toolmarks.

Position is Full-time.  Salary Range:  $52,172.55/yr - $71,655.25/yr

VACANCY OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS

TO APPLY:

SUBMIT (2) STATE OF GEORGIA APPLICATIONS AND (2) COPIES OF COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS TO:

Georgia Bureau of Investigation
Attn: Personnel             
P. O. Box 370808                     
Decatur, GA 30037-0808

The Job Vacancy Number, along with Job Title and Job Code must be listed on applications for this vacancy.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: JANUARY 22, 2008

Applications may be obtained by contacting GBI Personnel at (404) 270-8335 or by going to the following website: http://www.spa.ga.gov/jobApplicants/word/jobinfo/stateapp-emp.doc

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE GBI PERSONNEL OFFICE BY CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON THE DEADLINE DATE POSTED ON THIS JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT.

THE GBI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER