Ballistic Scientific Officer

3 months ago

Sydney, Australia NSW Government -NSW Police Force Full time

**Scientific Officer Grade 3/4**:

- **Ongoing Full-Time**:

- **Sydney Metropolitan area**

**About us**

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

**About the role**

We have an opportunity for a **Ballistic Scientific Officer** to be part of our Ballistics Investigation Section team within the Forensic Evidence and Technical Services Command. The Ballistic Scientific Officer's primary role is the provision of forensic ballistic expertise, including the collection and analysis of physical evidence involving firearms and prohibited weapons/articles in support of investigations.

The position provides support to the Ballistics Investigation Section whose primary role is to provide forensic ballistics and technical advice to the NSW Police Force.

Characteristics that are essential to the role include, but are not limited to:

- a high work ethic
- an attention to detail
- focus on quality
- ability to work with others in a productive and respectful manner
- an ability to multi-task whilst maintaining quality
- striving for constant improvement

The successful applicant must hold a Certificate of Expertise in Ballistics issued by the Australasian Field Sciences Accreditation Board at the time of Appointment.

Applicants must hold a current driver’s licence with no traffic offences recorded on their driving history within the last six (6) months or NSW Police Force Bronze Certification.

**What we can offer you**

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination; and
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease.

**How to Apply**

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

**Target Question 1**:
Please provide an example of when you have worked with a forensic team at a shooting scene where the team relied on your expertise for the ballistic components of the scene. Without specifying confidential details please outline the situation, what was your role, what did you contribute to the team, what did you learn from the experience?

**Target Question 2**:
Please describe a time when you identified a problem or improvement that could be made in the workplace. What was your contribution to identifying and resolving the issue and what was the end result?

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact **Acting Inspector Alan Dusting or Acting Senior Sergeant David Andreatta via (02) 9265 4611**.
- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen.

**Our commitment to Diversity**

The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

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