This is supervisory firearms examination work. The employee in this class is responsible for supervising and participating in the activities pertinent to the examination and identification of firearms, weapons, cartridges, bullets and similar evidence. Testifying in court concerning the results of such examinations, giving expert testimony on general firearms capabilities and examination methodology and contact with law enforcement officials of other municipalities are significant aspects of work.
Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative superior.
Conducts a formal training program for subordinates in the identification, make and other characteristics of firearms, bullets and cartridges in the performance of ballistic testing, in the use of scales, calipers, cameras, microscopes and other laboratory equipment and repair and adjustment of police firearms. Supervises a small clerical staff engaged in typing reports, letters, memoranda and maintains routine records of employees time. Performs related work as required. Thorough knowledge of the makes, models and characteristics of domestic and foreign firearms and ammunition. Thorough knowledge of equipment used to test and identify firearms and ammunition.