Salary: $2430-$2967 monthly

Final Filing Date: Open until filled

Duties: This is the trainee level of the Identification Technician series. Incumbents work under close supervision while developing the skills required for the fully qualified working level. After one year of experience as an Identification Technician I, an individual is eligible to be considered for promotion to Identification Technician II. Promotions are considered on a merit basis subject to recommendation by the department head and approval of the Director of Personnel.

Essential Functions

• Performs fingerprint searches and comparisons to establish the identity of subjects.
• Classifies fingerprints according to the Henry classification system.
• Checks identification files for existing criminal history.
• Operates automated fingerprint identification systems.
• Rolls and checks palm and finger prints for completeness and quality.
• Maintains a master finger print file.
• Questions individuals to obtain information regarding personal identification and Criminal record.
• Prepares written reports detailing identification efforts.
• Photographs individuals for identification purposes.
• Performs routine maintenance of identification equipment.

Requirements: Graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED. Ability to: follow written and oral instructions; think and act decisively in stressful situations; communicate effectively with people of diverse socio-economic backgrounds and temperaments; discern minute details in fingerprint analysis and comparisons; learn to operate computer and photographic equipment; maintain and update files and records. In addition, a thorough background investigation is required. Felony convictions are disqualifying, and some misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying.

How to apply: Apply on-line at www.co.kern.ca.us/person or by mail at Kern County Personnel Department, 1115 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301. Personnel’s phone number is (661) 868-3480

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Posted: May 2, 2009