Salary: $43,160.00 - $54,704.00 annually

Final Filing Date: November 30, 2007

Duties: The responsibilities of this classification include identifying fingerprints by conducting a through examination, researching fingerprints and related files to make identifications; storing and retrieving criminal information using specialized computer applications; communicating with law enforcement agencies on matters relating to criminal information; and fingerprinting and photographing sex offenders as they register with the King County Sheriff's Office.

• Perform fingerprint, name, alias and warrant searches of criminals, applicants, juveniles, the deceased and others using Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) to discover identity.
• Perform fingerprint comparisons using rolled, flat or palm print impressions; analyze and resolve identification problems.
• Prepare written reports and detailed records; provide and maintain statistical data including performing court ordered fingerprint maintenance such as expunging, vacating or sealing conviction and arrest records.
• Fingerprint and photograph convicted sex offenders registering with the King Sheriff's Office.
• Prepare testimony and testify as expert witness regarding the identification of specific fingerprints.
• Recover, photograph, package and preserve evidence at assigned scene; transport DNA and other confidential material and evidence maintaining chain of custody rules.
• May be required to travel to hospitals to take fingerprints from incapacitated individuals.
• May be required to fingerprint the deceased at the King County Medical Examiner's Office.
• Train less experienced staff; may provide educational presentations for citizen’s academies, local schools, and tours of the units.
• Maintain qualifications as an expert; keep apprised of relevant court cases, current publications, and professional journals; attend professional trainings and conferences.
• Research and make recommendations for procedural changes.
• May act as point of contact for detectives requesting latent fingerprint processing, including coordinating callout response and keeping detailed notes regarding methods used, and maintaining chain of custody rules.
• May provide oversight to vendor service engineers and technical staff to troubleshoot issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements: Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of laws, policies, and procedures pertaining to law enforcement and detention and Data Privacy regulations
• Knowledge of detention records system, warrant systems, Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), Live Scan fingerprint capture system, and computerized criminal history system
• Knowledge of basic photography
• Knowledge of current computerized technology for collecting, searching, and identifying fingerprints and taking photographs
• Skill in obtaining quality prints from potentially difficult subjects including taking fingerprints from incapacitated individuals
• Skill in making identifications involving the most difficult fingerprints due to quality or other skin conditions
• Skill in applying modern methods in comparing and making tenprint identifications accurately
• Skill in using ink and computer scanning equipment to fingerprint individuals and produce quality photographic images; skill in troubleshooting fingerprint computer hardware and software issues
• Skill in using specialized databases and current office word processing, spreadsheet, database, and email software programs; skill in using keyboard for both alpha and numeric characters with a high degree of accuracy
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing in English; ability to read and understand directions and record names and numbers accurately
• Skill in dealing courteously and effectively with a wide variety of people
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the ability to deal effectively with law enforcement personnel, a diverse population of inmates and the general public
• Skill in performing detailed clerical tasks with speed and completing work assignments with a high degree of accuracy
• Skill in maintaining confidentiality and following security procedures

How to apply: View the official job posting to apply and for supplemental questions