Forensic NIBIN Technician

State of Mississippi; Florence (MS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi's Forensic Laboratory in Pearl, MS, seeks a Forensic NIBIN Technician in Rankin County. This entry-level technical role focuses on planning and executing studies, handling physical evidence, and supporting forensic analysis under supervision.

You will assist in testing, reporting, and data management, and may contribute to court testimonies and lectures on evidence handling. Training is provided on the job.

Qualifications

• Critical thinking and attention to detail are required.
• Good laboratory practices and careful observation are essential.
• Proficiency with computers and data management is expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute scientific experiments and analyses.
• Assist with testing activities and data interpretation.
• Possibly serve as a witness and testify in court regarding evidence significance.
• Prepare written reports and update the database with information.
• Maintain the laboratory's computerized evidence inventory system.
• Prepare and send physical evidence to the Forensic Scientist for examination.
• Assist in preparing, developing, and presenting lectures on evidence collected.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Good Laboratory Practices

Observation and Attention to Detail

Computer Proficiency

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Forensic NIBIN Technician in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Opening Date

11/10/2026

11/24/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$31,111.11

$54,675.83

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety’s goal is to make Mississippi a safer place for the state’s three million residents. Our employees perform a variety of tasks, including issuing driver’s licenses and firearm permits, patrolling our roads and highways, keeping drugs off the streets, providing training and certification to law enforcement agencies, conducting forensic analysis and investigations, and much more. For questions regarding this position please contact [e-mail].

This position is with Mississippi Forensic Laboratory, PEARL, MS, in RANKIN COUNTY. This is an entry-level technical position that will serve as a Forensic DNA Analyst. This applicant will be responsible for but not limited to planning and executing scientific experiments; assisting with testing the activities and analysis; possibly serving as a witness and testifying in criminal court cases regarding the significance of specific physical evidence; assisting with the preparation of written reports and updating database with information; assisting with the maintenance of the laboratory’s’ computerized evidence inventory management system; and preparing and sending physical evidence to the Forensic Scientist to perform an examination. The employee receives formal and on-the-job training in examinations of clothing to retrieve and identify physical trace evidence; provides instructions to forensics law enforcement groups, schools, and other entities; assists in maintaining records of testimonies relevant to cases; and helps with the preparation, development, and presentation of lectures regarding evidence collected. Supervision is received from an administrative superior.

What you'll need to be Successful

Critical Thinking; Good Laboratory Practices; Observation and Attention to Detail; Computer Proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires an Associate’s degree and 0-2 year of experience. AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with firearms and gun safety. Necessity to complete ATF NIBIN acquisition training in-house at the MS Forensic Laboratory.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201