Topic: Firearm and Toolmark Examiner position at Austin Police Department, Austin, TX

[Steven Aston]

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https://www.austincityjobs.org/postings/63433

Purpose: Under general direction, uses broad, comprehensive knowledge, and standardized principles, practices, and procedures to examine, analyze, classify and identify all firearms, for Austin Police Department personnel to determine usage in a particular crime. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following.  Other related duties may be assigned.   Responds to and coordinates shooting incidents with the lead detective and/or crime scene supervisor, utilizing disciplines related to the collection and documentation of firearm  evidence.  Documents according to established standard operating procedures, collects, prepares, packages, preserves, and processes evidence for examination and analysis. Performs comparative analysis of legally seized firearms, ammunition components, and/or weapons.  Documents the unique characteristics of firearms during a forensic examination, to include thorough inspection, temporarily repairing/restoring firearms. Restores serial numbers using various processes, including acid etching, magnetic, and electrochemical methods. Performs comparative analysis of gunshot residue and distance determinations. Documents all firearm and toolmark examinations performed and results obtained. Educates police personnel in firearm identification. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.   Knowledge of city practice, policy, procedure, statutes, ordinances, and criminal law. Knowledge of the Integrated Ballistics Identification System. Knowledge of the theory and application of firearms identification. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to train others. Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job.  Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid Texas Class C Drivers License