Forensic Scientist Iii-Firearms Identification - Evansville Laboratory

• **You must apply for this position online at joinispfamily.com.**

Job Description

***STARTING SALARY MAY BE ADJUSTED FOR EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING***
***FOR CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES, ESTABLISHED SALARY RULES APPLY***

To serve as a civilian employee of the Indiana State Police (ISP) whose primary responsibility is to support the LaboratoryDivision’s forensic firearms and tool mark analysis at an entry-level.

Job Duties

• Perform administrative and support functions as necessary to maintain analytical service.
• Acquire and maintain analytical proficiency in forensic firearms and tool mark analysis.
• Satisfactory progress in an ISP recognized forensic firearms and tool mark training/testing program and competency testing.
• Upon completion of relevant training, conduct forensic analysis of routine firearms and tool mark evidence utilizing approved Unit Test Methods.
• Perform work under direct supervision.
• Demonstrate communication skills and forensic science knowledge.
• Satisfactory complete competency/proficiency testing.
• Qualify to testify in court as an expert witness in the area of forensic firearms and tool mark analysis.
• Assist in preventative maintenance of laboratory instruments and safety equipment.
• Participate in continuing education and training programs in the analysis of forensic firearms and tool mark evidence.
• Comply with Standard Operating Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and Laboratory policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with natural and/or forensic science courses.
• Basic knowledge of firearms and ammunition components is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of theory and practical operation of various scientific instrumentation and analytical techniques is desirable.
• Ability to perform complex scientific procedures in an unbiased manner following the Unit Test Methods.
• Ability to comprehend, demonstrate, and explain advanced knowledge of theory and practical operation of various scientific instruments and analytical techniques.
• Ability to effectively operate various computer systems and software.
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Ability to adhere to established laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to testify as an expert witness in an objective, unbiased, and professional manner.
• Must be able to differentiate colors as evidenced by medical certification.
• A Department toxicology screening will be required.
• The successful candidate will required to sign a three (3) year employment agreement.
• Must be able to differentiate colors as evidenced by medical certification.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel by aircraft and other vehicles, and may be required.
• Ability to attend training at alternate locations for extended periods of time.
• Current/Past Indiana State Police employees: For pre-1987 ad 1987 Pension Plan members wishing to apply for this position, the provisions of of HMR-023 apply. Part 1 (11-12), Part 4 (37f) and Part 5 (38e) of the Pension Trust Agreement also apply. A copy of the restated Pension Trust Agreement is available upon request from the Human Resources Division.

Must be able to successfully pass a thorough background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of their high school transcript or GED certificate, all college transcripts, technical certificates, and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents to isprecruiting@isp.in.gov and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $66,534.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person