Forensic Scientist NIBIN or Trainee Firearms & Toolmarks Eastern Laboratory CF011

Title: Forensic Scientist - NIBIN or Trainee - Firearms & Toolmarks - Eastern Laboratory - CF011

State Role Title:Forensic Scientist I

Hiring Range: $55690

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Forensic Science

Location:Eastern Lab

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Forensic Scientist - NIBIN in the Firearms & Toolmarks Section of the Eastern Regional Laboratory.

This Forensic Scientist - NIBIN position independently test fires and examines a variety of firearms. Responsibilities include documentation of evidence microscopic examinations of fired cartridge cases for entry into the National Integrated Ballistics Information Network (NIBIN) NIBIN correlation reviews preparing reports of findings for use by the Criminal Justice System and testifying in court as an expert on examinations performed. Occasional overnight travel is required and employee will provide own transportation as required.
To be considered qualified candidates must have completed a documented training program and demonstrate competency in responsibilities described.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Possession of NIBIN entry and correlation certification
• Work experience with and/or working knowledge of firearms
• Knowledge skills and ability to testify in court through experience and/or training
• Ability to work independently set priorities maintain accurate records analyze and interpret data manage multiple tasks efficiently establish work priorities and develop sound conclusions from analyses
• Possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Valid drivers license and/or other means of reliable transportation
  

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in an accredited forensic science laboratory and/or familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and ANAB accreditation criteria
• Experience as an expert witness providing courtroom testimony and preparing and presenting exhibits of evidence both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
  

Trainee:
If a fully qualified Forensic Scientist - NIBIN candidate does not meet all the minimum qualifications a Forensic Scientist NIBIN Trainee position may be offered to the most suitable candidate with a salary of $50531. The selected candidate will be expected to successfully complete a training program performing comprehensive scientific analyses. Upon successful completion of the NIBIN training program the trainees salary will be established with the salary for a qualified Forensic Scientist - NIBIN. The training may last approximately 6 months dependent upon the qualifications of the selected candidate. The Trainee must meet the degree requirements stated in the minimum addition the Trainee may meet some of the qualified minimum qualifications and additional considerations.
A successful Forensic Scientist - NIBIN Trainee will have competencies that include attention to detail critical thinking analytical and deductive reasoning problem solving and time management skills.

Forensic Scientist - NIBIN Trainee Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college/university
• Ability to maintain accurate records analyze and interpret data manage multiple tasks efficiently establish work priorities and develop sound conclusions from analyses
• Possess good oral and written communication skills
• Valid drivers license and/or have other means of reliable transportation
  

Forensic Scientist - NIBIN Trainee Additional Considerations:

• Experience in an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited private local state or federal forensic science laboratory (working and/or internship)
• Experience with firearms
  

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Department of Forensic Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is V3 Virginia Values Veterans certified. The Department strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race sex color national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status political affiliation genetics or disability in the recruitment selection and hiring of its workforce. Veterans AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website no later than the positions closing date stated in the announcement. Mailed emailed faxed or hand delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume and required transcripts (if applicable).
Applicants needing accommodations during the application and/or interview process may contact the Human Resource office at or for additional information. Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
DFS does not provide sponsorship; therefore applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Probationary Period: If you are a current Commonwealth of Virginia employee this position requires a new probationary period be served. A probationary period of 12 months will be required.

Background Investigation: Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a background investigation to include a fingerprint-based criminal history check. Selected candidate(s) must provide a DNA sample via a buccal swab (saliva sample) and successfully pass a drug test. Reference checks will be conducted to include contact with current and previous supervisors.

Employment Eligibility Verification: DFS now uses E-Verify a streamlined system that integrates the Form I-9 process with employment eligibility verification to electronically confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information

Name: Amanda Greene

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.