Sarah Thompson
Davenport,FL
Summary
Dynamic Forensic Firearms Technologist with proven expertise at the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, skilled in NIBIN acquisition/correlation and courtroom testimony. Dependable and analytical, I excel in evidence handling and firearm testing, demonstrating a commitment to accuracy and integrity in all processes. Passionate about advancing forensic science through continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Forensic Technologist- Firearms
Florida Department Of Law Enforcement
03.2022 - Current
- Test firearms for their functionality
- NIBIN Acquisition and Correlation
- Testify in Court for casework
- Associate member of the Association of Firearm and Toolmark Examiners (AFTE)
- Use of Comparison microscope to look at test fired cartridge cases
- Trained in Serial Number Restoration
- Attended Sig Sauer P320 Armorers class
- Attended multiple Firearm Manufacturing tours
- Ordering supplies for section
- Conduct Performance Checks on equipment
Crime Laboratory Technician
Florida Department Of Law Enforcement
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Proper evidence handling
- Transfer of evidence from Evidence vault to laboratory members
- Intake of evidence from outside agencies
- Evidence transfers throughout state of Florida
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
Specimen Processor
ACM Global Laboratories
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Accurate and efficient data entry
- Prepare specimens for testing
- Disposal of biohazardous waste
- Oversee colleague’s performance
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Processed high volumes of time-sensitive specimens without compromising accuracy or quality standards under tight deadlines.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by accurately processing and labeling specimen samples.
Specimen Management Technician
Urology Associates of Rochester
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Run daily controls- to ensure the equipment is running efficiently.
- Cleaning and sterilizing instruments
- Record keeping- of medications for patients, the daily controls and procedures.
- Ordering supplies and medications for office.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Chemistry
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY12-2017
Skills
- Dependable/Flexible/Versatile
- Analytical
- Loyal/ Passionate
- Expert Witness in Firearms Functionality
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Forensic Technologist- Firearms
Florida Department Of Law Enforcement
03.2022 - Current
Crime Laboratory Technician
Florida Department Of Law Enforcement
10.2021 - 03.2022
Specimen Processor
ACM Global Laboratories
04.2020 - 03.2021
Specimen Management Technician
Urology Associates of Rochester
10.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Chemistry
SUNY Buffalo State
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