Crime Scene Specialist I (NIBIN Tech)
Salary
$44,968.00 Annually
Location
Police, GA
Job Type
Full-Time Merit
Job Number
26-03825
Department
Police Department
Opening Date
06/04/2026
Closing Date
6/11/2026 11:59 AM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Class Summary
Job Description
The Ballistics Unit is a sub section within the Gwinnett County Crime Scene Unit. The Ballistics Unit is responsible for analyzing all fired cartridge cases collected within the county utilizing the NIBIN system. This is the first level of the Crime Scene Specialist series. Incumbents are trained on the job and by the ATF to become NIBIN Specialists. This position is responsible for the triage, acquisition and correlation of ballistics evidence into the NIBIN system.
This position does not allow promotion passed level of Crime Scene NIBIN Specialist II.
Essential Duties
Grade
The grade for this position is B21(3).
Minimum Qualifications
Other Job Requirements/Information
Must have a valid drivers license from state of residency.
Must complete coursework required to obtain P.O.S.T. certification as an Identification Technician at Departments discretion.
Must be able to work rotating shifts, M - F, and On-Call status during weekends and holidays. 5% differential for 3-11 & 11-7 shifts, and/or on-call pay.
This position may require: 24 hour on call assignment, overtime, or working weekends, holidays, 10-hour, 12-hour, and rotating shifts.
This job requires a public safety background check to include motor vehicle histories, criminal histories, and finger printing.
This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
For information related to the position specific Essential Duties, Knowledge and Skills, and Physical requirements, click here.
Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
Additional Information
About the Police Department
The Gwinnett County Police Department is a nationally accredited and rapidly growing police agency located in the northeastern quadrant of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The department has an authorized strength of 931 sworn officers and 145 communications officers supported by 201 civilian employees with the responsibility of providing law enforcement services to approximately 1,000,000 residents within an area of 437 square miles.
For information related Criminal Investigations Division , click here.
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more
Careers with impact
Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual's total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnett's diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
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Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees' benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees' medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health
Wellness
Family and Career
Time
Money
Protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here.
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Have you completed a degree in Criminal Justice or Forensic Science?
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If you completed a degree that is NOT listed in the specified fields above; please provide the type of degree and field of study. If this question is not applicable, please type N/A.
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
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When was the last time that you used marijuana?
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Do you have any commitments that would not allow you to work on various shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, or other periods?
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If yes to the above question, please provide details. If no, please type N/A as your response.
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Over a period of time the duties and responsibilities of a position will tend to change. This may arise from technological changes, or changes in department policies and procedures. Are you willing to accept changes in the duties and responsibilities for the position which you have applied?
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It is imperative that you be completely honest and truthful in completion of this application and supplemental questions. Any falsification or omission will be grounds for disqualification. All information will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Do you understand the above statement?
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Employer Gwinnett County
Address 75 Langley Drive
Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046
Phone 770.822.7915
770.822.7923