Forensic Scientist (Firearms/Toolmarks)

Crime Scene Resources, Inc
Bridgeport, MI

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Duties

At the trainee level, the incumbent, under the direct supervision of a training officer, becomes familiar with all facets of evaluating and examining evidence in the area of firearms/toolmarks. Participates in investigations at crime scenes and attends trials in state and federal courts to receive training as expert witness and/or provide testimony.

Requirements

Education
  • Possession of a bachelor's degree in forensic science, natural science, or a related pure or applied science.
Firearms Specialty: Positions in the State Police Laboratory firearms and toolmarks area require possession of a bachelor’s degree with a major in physical science, natural science, forensic science, criminal justice, industrial technology, or a related field.

Experience
  • Forensic Scientist 9: No specific type or amount is required.
  • Forensic Scientist 10: One year of professional experience working in a crime laboratory carrying out a variety of tests, analyses or production and research activities involving chemical, biochemical, biological or physical evidence samples, specimens, or products equivalent to a Forensic Scientist 9.
  • Forensic Scientist P11: Two years of professional experience working in a crime laboratory carrying out a variety of tests, analyses or production and research activities involving chemical, biochemical, biological or physical evidence samples, specimens, or products equivalent to a Forensic Scientist, including one year equivalent to a Forensic Scientist 10.
Alternate Education and Experience

Forensic Scientist 9
  • Firearms Specialty: Individuals possessing a bachelor’s degree in any major and at least two years of State Police Specialist experience performing firearms and toolmarks examinations in the Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division.
Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications
  • Positions in this class are test-designated and subject to pre-appointment, random-selection, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
  • Firearms Specialty: Positions in the State Police Laboratory firearms and toolmarks area require possession of a bachelor’s degree with a major in physical science, natural science, forensic science, criminal justice, industrial technology, or a related field.

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Posted 2025-09-06

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