Salary: $1,680.24 to $2,305.26 bi-weekly
Final Filing Date: April 29, 2007
Duties: Classification and pattern recognition of fingerprints to enter them properly in agency records and to compare them with existing records for identification. Retrieves criminal records in response to requests for information from law enforcement officials. Testifies in court as an expert witness on fingerprints. Determines whether or not fingerprint legibility meets FBI standards. Analyzes criminal records, identification data, or other data to judge the adequacy of the materials in determining crimes and crime trends. Determines the correct response to requests for information from local police officials and staff. Speaks before various groups as a representative of the agency. Draws up specifications for new equipment, supplies or services. Develops daily and monthly backup tape records. Projects financial data for inclusion in unit budget. Solicits information from vendors to recommend supplies, equipment or services for purchase by agency. Negotiates with vendors, contractors or other providers of services to arrange agreements in the provision of services. Plans work flow by use of diagrams or flow charts. Performs related duties such as database maintenance; weekly attendance; ordering and maintaining office supplies; typing material; keeping various records and files; and coding names for files.
Requirements: Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in fingerprint classification and identification.
Additional Skills/Education Preferred at Hire: Knowledge of the standard methods used in fingerprint classification and identification. Knowledge of the terminology used in police work. Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment, materials and supplies used in fingerprint classification and identification. Skill in operating office equipment such as teletype, facsimile transmitting equipment, etc. Skill in operating fingerprint equipment. Ability to conduct training or instruction. Ability to compile statistics. Ability to prepare statistical reports. Ability to give written instructions in a precise, understandable manner. Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the capabilities of subordinates and available resources; controlling work through periodic reviews and/or evaluations; determining subordinates’ training needs and providing or arranging for such training; motivating subordinates to work effectively; determining the need for disciplinary action and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action. Ability to plan, assign and coordinate the activities of others. Ability to prepare and use charts, graphs and tables. Ability to communicate effectively in written expression. Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, specifications, etc. Ability to understand and apply the policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities. Ability to explain the policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities. Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities. Ability to explain the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to review and compare like data for accuracy, completeness and consistency. Ability to assemble items of information according to established procedures. Ability to work accurately with names, numbers, codes and/or symbols. Ability to gather information by examining records and documents. Ability to use proper English grammar, punctuation and spelling. Ability to file material according to standard filing procedures. Ability to follow oral instructions. Ability to follow written instructions. Ability to give oral instructions in a precise and understandable manner. Ability to accurately record information provided orally. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others. Ability to deal tactfully with others. Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress. Ability to exercise sound judgement. Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression. Ability to type.
How to apply: Send resume and cover letter to:
Department of State Police
Human Resources, Employment Section
470 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01702
Posted: April 6, 2007
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