Forensic Examiner (Latent Print Examiner)

Duties:

Examples of Work Performed

• Collects known fingerprints / palm prints via ink and digital means.
• Processes physical evidence for latent fingerprints / palm prints using a variety of light-based, physical and chemical methods.
• Grades and sorts latent fingerprints / palm prints.
• Evaluates, compares and identifies latent fingerprints / palm prints using established scientific methodology.
• Utilizes the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and the Next Generation Identification (NGI) System for search of latent fingerprints / palm prints generated from criminal cases.
• Maintains logs on processing / examination results and prepares technical reports based on findings.
• Prepares latent fingerprint / palm print exhibits for court.
• Testifies in courts of law at all levels of government as a qualified expert witness.
• Examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Additional related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, representatives of other agencies, and citizens.
• Knowledge of and experience in using modern light-based, physical and chemical methods to develop latent fingerprints / palm prints.
• Knowledge of photography and photographic theory.
• Ability to manually operate cameras and other photographic equipment and accessories.
• Ability to evaluate and compare known and unknown latent fingerprints / palm prints using established scientific methodology.
• Knowledge of and ability to use the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and the Next Generation Identification (NGI) System.
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer hardware and software, including desktop and laptop computers and Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft PhotoShop and other relevant software programs.
• Ability to handle and manipulate firearms.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• May require the ability to operate an automobile and acquire/maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
• Visual acuity that meets established medical standards, including the ability to distinguish colors and the ability to use magnifiers and other related equipment.
• Hearing ability that meets established medical standards.
• Breathing ability that meets established medical and safety standards regarding the use of respirator masks and other similar apparatus.
• Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to thirty (30) pounds.
• Ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with chemicals.
• Must not be impaired from qualifying as an expert witness and testifying credibly in courts of law.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Requirements:

Required Experience and Training

• Graduation from a four (4) year college with a degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or a related field plus two (2) years of apprenticeship, internship or otherwise related latent print examination experience.
• Latent Print certification through the International Association for Identification (IAI) is highly recommend or one must have been called to testify on latent prints.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may also be considered.
• Candidates must be a United States citizen and pass an extensive criminal background check.
• Offers of employment will be made contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, drug screening and polygraph examination.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

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