Employment Opportunity
Indian River Crime Laboratory
Position: Firearm/Tool Mark Examiner
Location: Fort Pierce, Florida
Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 depending on experience
Application deadline: Open until filled
Job Summary: Responsible for the examination of firearm and toolmark evidence related to criminal investigations. Duties include examining firearms for operational capabilities, characterizations and comparisons of ammunition components, gunshot residue/shot pattern analysis, toolmark examinations, serial number restorations, operation of the NIBIN/IBIS computer, interpretation of laboratory analyses and results, preparation of written reports, and the ability to testify as an expert witness. Knowledge of ASCLD/LAB accreditation requirements is also essential.
General Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a natural or physical science, and three years of forensic laboratory experience as a firearm/tool mark examiner are preferred. Applicants must be able to successfully pass a background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug screening.
Application Procedure: Applications may be obtained on-line at stluciesheriff.com or by contacting:
Saint Lucie County Sheriff’s Office
Human Resources Department
4700 W. Midway Road
Fort Pierce, Florida 34981-4825
Phone: (772) 462-3206
Fax: (772) 462-3218
For information about the position, contact
Daniel C. Nippes
Director
Indian River Crime Laboratory
2502 South 35th Street
Fort Pierce, Florida 34981
dnippes@ircc.edu
Phone: (772) 462-3645
or,
Mark Chapman
Firearm/Tool Mark Examiner
Indian River Crime Laboratory
2502 South 35th Street
Fort Pierce, Florida 34981
mchapman@ircc.edu
Phone: (772) 462-3644