Mission. The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity. Vision. To provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community. To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings. To establish an academic environment for training in ... more details
Position Description
Mission
The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.
Vision
To provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community.
To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings.
To establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.
Brief IBIS Support Technician Overview:
The IBIS Support Technician is an entry-level position responsible for evaluating and documenting the function and safety of firearms that are submitted to the Department’s Firearms Identification Division.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Inventories, documents, evaluates, and test fires various types of firearms; conducts serial number restoration of firearms; issues reports reflecting results of examinations
Conducts administrative reviews of casework to ensure compliance with laboratory procedures and accreditation standards
Provides expert testimony; provides technical assistance to law enforcement and attorneys
Assists with the training of new employees; enters specimens into the Integrated Ballistics Identification System (IBIS)
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION
Education:
Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic Science, Chemistry, or a related natural science (e.g., biology, physics)
Must have completed a 3-semester credit hour (or equivalent) college level statistics course from an accredited university or program approved by the Texas Forensic Science Commission
Licensure & Certifications:
Must comply with State of Texas Forensic Science Commission licensure requirements within one year of hire
Maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
Additional Requirements:
Upon being hired, must complete training program to become authorized to access the IBIS / NIBIN network
Must have capable eyesight to evaluate test fired bullets
Must pass a criminal background check and drug / alcohol screening (prior to and randomly after employment)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Strong written and oral communication skills with effective organization and time management skills
Ability to understand and follow instructions consistently and repeatedly; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-time | 40 hrs. per week
Monday - Friday
Scheduled weekend and evening shifts may be necessary
Work Environment:
Office / laboratory setting
Potential Exposures:
Exposure to loud noises – test firing weapons into a water tank and in a shooting range
Possible exposure to dangerous chemicals and/or biohazardous materials
Physical Demands:
Medium work. Requires physical strength to lift and handle large and heavy items weighing up to forty (40) pounds in the routine performance of duties
Ability to safely test fire all types of firearms on a routine basis
Ability to work for extended periods of time while seated at a computer
Location:
1861 Old Spanish Trail Houston, TX 77054
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to: Director, Firearms Identification
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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