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Getting a Job in Forensics
A Forensic expert is also said to be a CRIMINALIST, so make sure you use this word when searching for jobs

Forensic jobs - some examples

Forensic scientist (entry)
Criminalist (Multiple levels)
Digital forensic
Forensic photographer (entry)
Crime scene investigator
Computer Evidence Specialist
Firearms examiner
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Job Ad example: Firearms examiner

  • Where: Personnel department in a large California city
  • Qualifications and requirements: Graduation form a four-year college or university plus four years of experience in examining and identifying firearms and other weapons, ammunition, and related evidence. Some experience in court as an examiner of firearms evidence in a criminal proceeding is an asset.
  • Job description: A Firearms Examiner works for the Police Department and examines and identifies firearms and weapons and accesories such as cartridges, bullets, and similar evidence in criminal investigations. Also helps collecting evidence at crime scenes and performs analyses and reconstruction of the events occurring during a crime. In addition, the firearms examiner conducts scientific tests of firearms evidence employing adequate laboratory equipment. Duties also involve preparation of documentation and reports, testifying in court and providing expert testimony.
  • Annual salary depends on background and experience and ranges between $77,000 and $96,000