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Anne Arundel County

Firearms Examiner

Annapolis, MD

$70K - $137K/yr

It is professional and technical work in the forensic examination areas of firearms, toolmark and fracture identification, serial number restoration, and gunshot residue/distance analysis for the ...

Anne Arundel County, MD

Firearms Examiner

MD · On-site

$70K - $137K/yr

It is professional and technical work in the forensic examination areas of firearms, toolmark and fracture identification, serial number restoration, and gunshot residue/distance analysis for the ...

Ideal Innovations, Inc.

Firearms Examiner

Virginia, MN · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Conduct complex firearms and toolmark examinations that directly support federal criminal ... Utilize specialized forensic equipment, including comparison microscopes, stereomicroscopes ...

Harris County, TX

Firearms Examiner

Houston, TX · On-site

Institute of Forensic Sciences Division: Firearms Laboratory Opening Date: 05/15/2026 Closing Date ... Conduct Laboratory Examination responsibilities to include, but not limited to: * Evaluation and ...

Harris County

Firearms Examiner

Houston, TX

$85K - $120K/yr

The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and ... Inventories, documents, evaluate and test fires various types of firearms; evaluates and ...

Harris County

Firearms Examiner

Houston, TX · On-site

$85K - $120K/yr

The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and ... Inventories, documents, evaluate and test fires various types of firearms; evaluates and ...

CACI

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner

Forest Park, GA · On-site

$51K - $106K/yr

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support Time Type: Full time ... Examine evidence and forensic materials and render all items safe. Examine evidence items for any ...

CACI

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · On-site

$51K - $106K/yr

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support Time Type: Full time ... Examine evidence and forensic materials and render all items safe. Examine evidence items for any ...

CACI

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner

Forest Park, GA · On-site

$51K - $106K/yr

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support Time Type: Full time ... Examine evidence and forensic materials and render all items safe. Examine evidence items for any ...

CACI

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · On-site

$51K - $106K/yr

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support Time Type: Full time ... Examine evidence and forensic materials and render all items safe. Examine evidence items for any ...

Amentum

Firearm and Toolmark Examiner

Forest Park, GA · On-site

$70 - $110K/hr

We are currently seeking a Firearm/Toolmark Examiner based in Forest Park, GA . You will support ... Examine evidence and forensic materials and render all items safe. * Examine evidence items for any ...

Pae

Firearm and Toolmark Examiner

Forest Park, GA

$70 - $110K/hr

We are currently seeking a Firearm/Toolmark Examiner based in Forest Park, GA . You will support ... Examine evidence and forensic materials and render all items safe. * Examine evidence items for any ...

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Firearms Examiner- Entry Level

Houston, TX

Houston Forensic Science Center
Public Administration • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Houston Forensic Science Center, Inc. (HFSC), is an independent organization created by Houston Mayor Annise Parker and the Houston City Council to provide forensic science services formerly delivered by the Houston Police Department.  HFSC has been officially registered as a Texas Local Government Corporation* since June 26, 2012. 

Houston Forensic Science Center are seeking full-time entry level Firearms Examiners.

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary job duties of the Firearms Examiner are to examine and interpret firearms evidence associated with alleged criminal acts. Specific duties of the Firearms Examiner may include, but not be limited to performing the following duties with little or no direct supervision:

  • Examination and test firing of firearms.
  • Comparisons of fired bullets and cartridge cases. HFSC is currently in the process of validating the use of 3D technology/VCM for use in casework.
  • Acting as a second/verifying examiner on cases completed by other examiners.
  • Conducting administrative and technical reviews of case records.
  • Testifying in courts of law regarding analyses performed.
  • Entering specimens into NIBIN and reviewing correlations.
  • Note: HFSC conducts limited serial number restoration cases. HFSC does not do distance determination or toolmark testing.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • The position requires a bachelor's or graduate degree in a physical science (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or Forensic science from an accredited university (transcripts required). 
  • The successful candidate must be able to gain Forensic Analyst licensure from TFSC (Texas Forensic Science Commission) within the first 12 months of employment. 

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  •  Experience in a Forensic Lab environment is strongly preferred but not required.  Direct working experience in an accredited forensic lab in the firearms discipline (as a NIBIN technician, etc.) may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:

  • Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain strong professional relationships with customers and internal team members.
  • Intermediate computer literacy and familiarity with common software applications.
  • To be considered, please attach all of the following as your online application:
  • Resume or CV
  • A copy of your undergraduate and/or graduate level transcripts (an unofficial copy may be submitted)
  • A cover letter of at least 500 words indicating your motivation in becoming a Firearms Examiner