Lead Forensic Fingerprint Scientist

US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives; Beltsville (MD); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives seeks a Section Chief for a Laboratory within the Office of Science and Technology. This senior role leads a team of forensic scientists in highly technical fingerprint analyses to support the Bureau’s law enforcement mission.

Position requires GS-14 level qualifications and specialized experience in latent fingerprints, quality assurance, and clear written and oral communication. Applicants face a closing date of 2026-11-03.

Qualifications

• Mentor forensic examiners and lead project teams.
• Perform complex examinations of evidence requiring latent print development.
• Conduct fingerprint testing to determine origin and similarity.
• Communicate results clearly orally and in writing.
• Apply quality assurance procedures in the laboratory per standards.

Connaissances

Mentoring

Team leadership

Forensic analysis

Communication

Quality assurance

Description du poste

The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives seeks a Section Chief for a Laboratory within the Office of Science and Technology. This senior role leads a team of forensic scientists in highly technical fingerprint analyses to support the Bureau’s law enforcement mission.

Position requires GS-14 level qualifications and specialized experience in latent fingerprints, quality assurance, and clear written and oral communication. Applicants face a closing date of 2026-11-03.