The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. This is a part-time at-will position. The incumbents may work up to 20 hours per week. Work schedule is to be determined. Bilingual pay is an additional $1.01/hr., if applicable. This position is open until fur... more details
Description
The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community.
This is a part-time at-will position. The incumbents may work up to 20 hours per week. Work schedule is to be determined. Bilingual pay is an additional $1.01/hr., if applicable. This position is open until further notice and can close at any time without notice. You are encouraged to apply immediately.
Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To
Perform safety inspections, forensically function test and test fire all firearm types
Identify the caliber of bullets
Identify types of firearms
Maintain chain of custody
Perform bullet type/caliber testing and documentation
Take photographs of guns and ammunition
Analyze evidence submitted as related to ballistics
Determine full-auto, various conversions
Maintain and manage a large volume of test-fired exemplars as potential evidence
Maintain instruments and equipment, such as, trigger pull gauges, calipers, water bullet recovery tank, etc.
Maintain and handle ammunition supplies used for test firing
Maintain exemplars obtained from evidence firearms
Write reports
May perform case preparation for Toolmark examination/comparison and documentation
May perform Integrated Ballistic Identification System (IBIS) data entry
May testify in court
Other related functions as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application and have sufficient training, education, and/or experience that demonstrates the ability to do the following:
Ability to:
Learn the basics of firearms operations, firing mechanisms, safeties, conversions, external components (magazines, clips, etc.)
Possess sufficient expertise to comfortably operate most firearm types
Put safety at forefront including firearm, hearing, and lead exposure safety measures
Understand various ammunition types
Learn new aspects of firearms by using mechanical abilities
Use a personal computer and related software (e.g. Excel, Word, Access, Acrobat, IBIS) for maintaining exemplars obtained from evidence firearms, writing reports, and possibly making entries into IBIS
Learn the different bullet and gun manufacturers
Fire large caliber weapons or long guns
Work with minimal supervision after training
Training, experience and/or education in the following areas is highly desirable: Armorer schooling, law enforcement, military, firearms operation, firearms mechanisms, safeties, conversions, and external components (e.g. magazines, clips)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess and retain a valid California Class C driver's license as a condition of employment (Out-of-state applicants must be willing and able to obtain a CA driver's license if offered the position). Must be able to wear appropriate personnel protective gear to limit lead exposure and prevent hearing loss. Must be able to fire large caliber weapons and long guns and be able to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Selection Process
All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online, which includes a supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of an original application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide.
The Human Resources Department and Police Department will review all applications and those candidates who possess the most pertinent qualifications may be invited for an oral interview, and/or other test components, by the hiring agency.
THE SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, WHICH INCLUDES A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION AND A PSYCHOLOGICAL SUITABILITY ASSESSMENT. A MEDICAL EXAMINATION WILL ALSO BE REQUIRED.
The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.
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