Senior Firearms Forensic Examiner

City of Aurora; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total compensation package

General Employees Retirement Plan

Light rail station minutes away

On-site fitness center

Internal educational programs to help

Job summary

The City of Aurora seeks a dedicated firearms examiner to join the Firearms Unit. You will document evidence, perform mechanical examinations of weapons, and generate well-documented casework in accordance with accreditation standards.

You will also train junior staff, contribute to SOPs, and may testify in municipal, state, and federal courts. This role requires strong analytical skills and a commitment to safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in forensic science or related field from an accredited college/university.
• 2 years firearms examiner training; 3 years experience in a law enforcement lab or related environment.
• AFTE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document and protect evidence per lab procedures; maintain chain of custody.
• Prepare reagents/standards and verify performance.
• Perform firearm examinations and testify as an expert witness when required.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation

Microscopy

Expert testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in forensic science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

The City of Aurora seeks a dedicated firearms examiner to join the Firearms Unit. You will document evidence, perform mechanical examinations of weapons, and generate well-documented casework in accordance with accreditation standards.

You will also train junior staff, contribute to SOPs, and may testify in municipal, state, and federal courts. This role requires strong analytical skills and a commitment to safety and accuracy.