Latent Print Examiner

Duties

The duties for this position include the following:

• Thoroughly know, understand, and ensure compliance with Agency policy and procedures.
• Evaluate all latent prints submitted to determine comparative quality as well as AFIX and AFIS quality.
• Compare and identify latent impressions to known suspects.
• The entry, comparison, and identification of latent prints into AFIX and AFIS
• Verify latent identifications for the Sumter County Sheriff's Office and other agencies when needed.
• Generate reports on all latent comparisons and identifications
• Provide expert testimony in criminal courts as to all latent findings when requested
• Provide certified copies of fingerprints as requested by various law enforcement personnel.
• Conduct name checks on individuals to see if they have fingerprints on file.
• Maintain the local fingerprint database to include removing individuals when court-ordered.
• Maintain the adult, juvenile, deceased, and elimination fingerprint and palm print files.
• Take elimination fingerprints, palm prints, and footprints when requested.
• Assist in the training of taking quality fingerprints when requested.
• Complete orders from the court to roll fingerprints and palm prints to identify to arrest and prison records as needed.
• Classify Prints when needed.
• Handle confidential matters without compromising confidentiality.
• Perform any additional duties required by the Sheriff or through necessity of situations.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics or Forensic Psychology

Requirements

Applicants are required to possess the following:

• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to handle confidential matters.
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License, with a good driving record.
• Latent Print Examiner Certification

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