Job Title
Forensic Firearms & Ballistic Specialist
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
County of Henrico Police Division
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes, Monday, April 7, 2025.
Conducts forensic examinations on a variety of firearms, ballistics, and related weapons and toolmarks utilized in investigations of crimes; follows established firearm and ballistics systems specific, chain of custody, and documentation procedures; communicates effectively and appropriately with law enforcement, legal and government agents, and other stakeholders; records and reports data through National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) affiliated systems and databases; testifies to forensic analysis.
Essential Duties
- Strong working knowledge of the identification, recovery, preservation, evaluation, and analysis of forensic evidence; strong working knowledge of firearm maintenance, repair, storage, and safety procedures, techniques, and policy.
- Sound computer skills with the ability to use typical and specialized business and proprietary software, applications, and record keeping systems; familiarity with NIBIN equipment, systems, and programs.
- Excellent written and oral skills with the ability to communicate clearly and accurately, both verbally and in writing, with all relevant stakeholders using non-technical language to provide accurately document and explain evidence collection, analysis, and technical findings; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant stakeholders, including law enforcement and legal representatives.
- Ability to understand and follow complex instructions, policies, and data, including local, state, and federal law; makes sound decisions independently, appropriately involving supervisor as needed; excellent organization skills with the demonstrated ability to plan and execute assigned work effectively to successfully complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner within established deadlines. Developing a workflow and tracking the evidence and results from start to finish.
- Non-supervisory. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Works in office and laboratory settings, and in various indoor and outdoor locations and weather conditions.
- Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to identify, collect, process, and analyze evidence and to interact accurately with a diverse audience of internal and external stakeholders. Physical ability sufficient to perform assigned duties in an office environment and at various other duty-related locations and weather conditions as needed.
- Conducts function testing on firearms. Test fires firearms into the designated Retrieve-All system or at the Firearms Range. Fingerprinting and swabbing firearms and other firearms related evidence.
- Testifying in court as to procedures and chain of custody.
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) year degree in forensic science, criminal justice, police science or a relevant field and two (2) years of related experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Additional Information
Expected starting salary range $60,413.25-$63,313.24.
Preferred Experience:
- A Virginia Forensic Science graduate or equivalent
- Armorer experience- This position would require test firing guns taken as evidence by the Police Division.
- Knowledge of databases and programs such as eTrace and NIBIN
- Basic photography and evidence-handling abilities
May require valid driver's license to perform assigned duties or work at various assigned locations Countywide.
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
May be required to work a flexible or on-call schedule.
Criminal history record check and fingerprinting of all employees in authorized and hourly safety sensitive positions.
Virginia Criminal Information Network Level B certification within 12 months of employment.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 7, 2025.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.gov/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.gov.
Minimum Salary
60413
Maximum Salary
111133
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
Amount of Travel
Work At Home