FORENSIC SCIENTIST III

FORENSIC SCIENTIST III- FIREARMS AND TOOLMARK SECTION

SALARY:

with experience and qualifications

CLOSING

DATE: Open Until Filled

JOB

DESCRIPTION:

Conducts

forensic science testing and/or analyses in the area of firearms and

toolmarks identification. Under direction, is responsible for identifying

and analyzing firearms and toolmarks. Interprets test results and prepares

forensic reports on findings. Testifies in court as an expert witness.

Provides scientific results to law enforcement agencies and answers

questions related to findings. Performs related duties as required. May

assist in training lower level career path positions by conducting

supervised casework.

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation

from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in

Forensics, Chemistry, Natural Sciences or a closely related field and four

(4) years forensic laboratory experience.

Must

on Background Information section of application.)

Must have

available transportation during entire workday.

Must secure

and maintain a favorable background investigation.

Requires

considerable knowledge of one or more of the following forensic subjects:

analytical chemistry and laboratory procedures , serological and DNA

analysis, firearms and toolmarks, photography and/or the use of microscopy

and other complex instrumentation.

Requires

skill in communicating effectively with other professionals, both verbally

and in writing.

Requires

ability to operate complex laboratory equipment, personal computers and

basic office equipment; and ability to establish and maintain effective

working relationships with co-workers, County employees, and outside

organizations.

Physical

requirements include lifting/carrying of 15-20 lbs., occasionally; visual

acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity

necessary to operate complex laboratory equipment, computer keyboard and

basic office equipment. Subject to reaching, standing, sitting, handling

and walking to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are

primarily inside an laboratory environment with exposure to infectious

diseases, hazardous materials, flammable liquids, and unfavorable fumes ,

vapors or odors.

May be

required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek.

Must

submit a resume of previous working experience.

Kiosks are

available to apply online at the Bexar County Civil Service Commission

Office, located at the Heritage Plaza Building, 400 S. Main, San Antonio,

TX 78204, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through

Friday. Phone: 335-2549. Job Line: 335-6333. Building is accessible to

disabled persons.

Contact:

Ed

(210) 335-4101 fax

THIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER