Latent Fingerprint Examiner
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Description / Position Overview
- Latent Fingerprint ExaminerIn this position you will examine and process items of evidence to determine the presence and suitability of any latent prints conduct database entries and comparisons to record prints generate reports to the findings and testify to those findings when requested.
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Essential Job Functions the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:- Examine items of evidence (digital images or physical items) for the presence of latent prints and determine their suitability for comparison.
- Compare and evaluate latent and inked friction ridge impressions to record prints.
- Prepare and enter latent prints into the available state and federal databases.
- Generate reports for completed work.
- Complete data entry in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System).
- Complete work under the appropriate standard operating procedures in accordance with the quality assurance system set forth by the Metro Crime Laboratory.
- Provide court testimony of results opinions and conclusions which may include utilization of images in electronic formats.
- Review forensic technical journals and attend available training to stay abreast of developments in the field of latent prints and other related forensic disciplines.
- Provide training to appropriate law enforcement personnel (i.e. police recruits Latent Print Examiner trainees sworn personnel and the public regarding latent print examination and laboratory functions.
- Assist with any technical functions or processes within the laboratory as they relate to latent prints.
- Respond to crime scenes as needed to assist in specialized processing as it relates to latent prints.
- Knowledge of operations services and workflow of a forensics crime laboratory
- Knowledge of equipment applications methods and materials used in a forensic crime laboratory
- Knowledge of legal procedures for the admission of evidence in criminal investigations
- Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English to include public speaking while articulating complex technical data
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors coworkers and other law enforcement/judicial personnel
- Ability to handle heavy volumes of work while maintaining accuracy
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to testify in court proceedings as an expert witness
- Ability to apply critical thinking skills with good judgment and a high degree of professional credibility
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study.
- Three years of fulltime professional experience in a related field.
- Possess and maintain a valid nonprobationary Colorado drivers license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
- Within six months of hire become AFIS/IAFIS Latent Entry authorized utilizing Morphotrak. Authorization must be maintained for the duration of employment
- Within two years of hire certification in the program of Latent Print Certification Board of the International Association for Identification is required. Certification must be maintained for the duration of employment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited forensic laboratory.
- Expert witness testimony as a latent fingerprint examiner.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office with emphasis on Word and Excel.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
- Training or experience in specialized criminal forensic disciplines.
- Familiarity with the National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/ Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) Microsoft Office Photoshop AFIS/NGI Digital Evidence Management Systems Laboratory Information Management Systems and other related databased.
Additional Information
Please contact CSPD Human Resources at orfor any questions about this position. Applicants that have used or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submissionwill not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Departments Use Policy can be found here.
The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination extensive background check and other preemployment assessments.
The background check for this position includes a polygraph examination and fingerprinting.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
