Summary

This job involves working as a technician in forensic services, focusing on analyzing firearms evidence using a national database to help solve crimes in Colorado.

You'll operate specialized equipment to compare bullet casings and gun markings, supporting law enforcement investigations.

It's a great fit for detail-oriented individuals with technical skills who are passionate about public safety and fighting crime.

Key Requirements

Residency in the State of Colorado at the time of application
Experience or training in firearms examination or forensic ballistics
Proficiency in operating NIBIB (National Integrated Ballistic Information Network) systems
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills for evidence analysis
Ability to work in a law enforcement or public safety environment
Basic computer and technical skills for database management
Commitment to equal opportunity and non-discriminatory practices

Full Job Description

THIS POSTING IS ONLY OPEN TO RESIDENTS OF THE STATE OF COLORADO AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION.

An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

Our Mission -Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.

Our Vision -Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.

Our Core Values – Unity, Honor, Service

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!

Careers with a purpose:

If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!

We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.

You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!

When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.

Unmatched Benefits:

We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.

Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.
Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details.
CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days.
The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits.

Requirements

About the Work Unit

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation Forensic Services maintains four operational forensic science laboratories throughout the state: Denver, Pueblo, Grand Junction, and The Northern Region. Forensic Services is responsible for the scientific analysis of physical evidence collected from crime scenes. All work is completed under the CBIFS Quality and Management system in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards.

Work Environment

Typical work hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Primary work will be out of an office. Majority in-person position.
50%-active work moving, lifting, organizing objects
50% -office work including data entry

Key Responsibilities

This position enters information into various information/database systems in support of the Firearms section and the forensic laboratory system. Utilizes various databases/information systems within CBI such as the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) and the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). This position may be called upon to provide courtroom testimony. Enters case information into LIMS and receives evidence from submitting agencies. Provides additional evidence support as needed.

Screens fired cartridge cases for suitability for entry into the NIBIN. Microscopically screens the cartridge cases for the number of sources (firearms).

Makes entries into the NIBIN Brasstrax system, reviews correlations in the NIBIN Matchpoint system, test fires submitted firearms, documents all steps of the process in LIMS, writes search notification reports on results, completes correlation and technical reviews.

Responsible for case submission in LIMS, receiving evidence from law enforcement agencies, and following approved and legal guidelines for evidence.

Ensures the integrity of the chain of custody and proper packaging of the evidence.

Transporting evidence between CBIFS Laboratories, transferring evidence from the evidence vault to CBIFS employees for analysis, and releasing evidence back to the submitting agency after testing is complete.

This position is responsible for creating accurate laboratory records, and all information entered into the LIMS.

Qualifications

NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)
Three years experience researching confidential database, cataloging information and clerical responsibilities

A combination of related education and/or experience researching confidential database, cataloging information and clerical responsibilities equal to three (3) years. If education is substituted for work experience, an unofficial transcript of the relevant education must be provided with your application.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current CDPS employee.
Laboratory experience or familiarity with laboratory processes.
Knowledge and experience handling firearms.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must be Colorado resident at the time of application
Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, driving history, Personnel Evaluation (PEP) assessment, fingerprint based criminal history search and a drug test.

This position may be required to handle, package and store evidence items that could be considered hazardous.

Drug testing equipment contains caustic materials or acids as do the dangerous drugs themselves. Although infrequent, it is possible for this position to have direct exposure to hazardous materials.

Current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado-issued driver's license within 6 months of hire. This position may be required to assist in another laboratory throughout the state and may be required to provide courtroom testimony statewide.
This position is requires to move up to 40-50 pounds from one location to the next occasionally.
This position frequently lifts and carries items or containers that may be heavy or require lifting above the shoulders. This position also requires frequent walking, pulling and pushing.
This position is required to be available to respond to the central evidence facility to assist troopers in booking large quantities of evidence.

APPEAL RIGHTS
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Additional Information

ARE YOU IN NEED OF AN ACCOMMODATION?

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources department at cdps_hr@state.co.us.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION AND IMPORTANT NOTICES

Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.

Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step.

Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them.

Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive.

Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification.

Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service.

This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials.

Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.

Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points.

Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form.

Application Tips: For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video.
Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted: will not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).

Notifications All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application.

Include your current working email address on your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position.

We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses.

It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

Comparative Analysis Steps may include
- Structured application review by a panel of SMEs
- eSkill online assessment
- Spark hire (one way) oral exam

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