Crime Scene Specialist I (NIBIN Tech)

Gwinnett County Government

Police, GA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Chain of Custody, Criminal Justice, Data Entry, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, Family Planning, Firearms Experience, Flexible Spending Accounts, Forensic Science, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Genetics, Health Plan, Healthcare Reimbursement, Homeless Services, Incentive Programs, Insurance, Law Enforcement, Life Insurance, Military, On Call, Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST), Prescription Drugs, Printing, Public Safety, Record Keeping, Retirement Plan, Standards Development, Stewardship, Sustainability, Testing, Time Management, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Police, GA
POSTED
16 days ago

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

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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

  • Completes all aspects of the NIBIN system to include triage, acquisitions and correlations of test fires and fired cartridge cases collected from crime scenes.
  • Organizes and sets up test fires to include checking out firearms from evidence and from the firearms lockers in CSI. Ensures guns are safe and visually in working order.
  • Updates and adds correct information into the evidence database.
  • Keeps up to date status on all aspects of NIBIN data entry.
  • Completes and uploads all reports for chain of custody and record keeping purposes.
  • Testifies in cour.t
  • Answers any emails or phone assistance regarding the Ballistics Unit and updates investigators on any ballistics leads.

Grade

The grade for this position is B21(3).

Minimum Qualifications

  • Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, or related field; OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job;

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!

  • Atlanta's Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
  • Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
  • Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

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:

  • Hiring Process
  • FAQs

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

  • Medical plans for active and retired employees
  • Dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug plan

Wellness

  • Onsite Employee Wellness Center
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Immunizations
  • Wellness education and incentive programs
  • Annual wellness fair

Family and Career

  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Family planning benefits
  • Four weeks of paid parental leave

Time

  • Annual/Sick Leave
  • 12 paid holidays per calendar year
  • 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year

Money

  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) available
  • Retirement and Savings Plans
  • 401(a) Defined Contribution
  • 457 (b) Deferred Compensation
  • Longevity pay
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Financial education programs

Protection

  • Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Critical illness and accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Identity theft 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?

  • no completed degree in the specified fields of study
  • Completed associate degree in the specified fields of study
  • Completed bachelors degree in the specified fields of study
  • Completed masters degree or higher in the specified fields of study

02

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.

03

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

  • Yes
  • No

04

When was the last time that you used marijuana?

  • Never (I have never used marijuana)
  • Less than 6 months ago
  • 6 months to less than 1 year ago
  • 1 year to less than 3 years ago
  • 3 or more years ago

05

Do you have any commitments that would not allow you to work on various shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, or other periods?

  • Yes
  • No

06

If yes to the above question, please provide details. If no, please type N/A as your response.

07

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?

  • Yes
  • No

08

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?

  • Yes
  • No

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Employer Gwinnett County

Address 75 Langley Drive

Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046

Phone 770.822.7915

770.822.7923

Website http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com

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