Latent Fingerprint Examiner

Organization Name:

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Crime Lab

Post date:

01/18/2012

The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department Crime Lab is seeking applicants for the position of Latent Fingerprint Examiner. This position is located in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities include performing skilled technical work as a qualified Latent Fingerprint Examiner in an ASCLD/LAB accredited laboratory. Work involves a broad range of technical and professional tasks involving the comparison, identification and development of latent fingerprint evidence. Position utilizes advanced development techniques to include forensic, chemical, physical and imaging processes for the visualization, development and recovery of latent print evidence. Position provides expert testimony in State, Superior and Federal Courts; AFIS/IAFIS and digital imaging system operations; prepares analytical reports, charts and court displays; prepares and delivers training programs specific to latent fingerprints as required. Instructions are received from a departmental supervisor and work is reviewed for compliance with departmental policies, CALEA and ASCLD/LAB standards. Work requires the exercise of independent analysis, judgment and initiative and an advanced skill level for the timely completion of work assignments.

Examples of work include:

Evaluate friction ridge detail to determine value for comparative analysis or elimination; Compare latent fingerprints with known standards to determine common source; Development and visualization of latent print evidence from various surfaces and submitted evidence; Process special requests for fingerprints and related information, as requested by departmental employees, prosecutors and defense attorneys; Operation of the Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS/ IAFIS); Operation of lab equipment, LIMS systems, computers, cameras and imaging systems/software; Provides expert testimony in court; prepares evidence for court presentation; Respond as required to major crime scenes as a subject matter expert; Performs related work as required by the Unit Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree with 3 years of related experience; Considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, equipment, and materials used in fingerprint processing and identification; An understanding of common terminology and definitions associated with friction ridge pattern recognition and interpretation; Considerable knowledge of the general laws, policies, rules, and regulations involved in law enforcement work as they apply to the processing of fingerprint evidence; Ability to process evidence for latent fingerprints, and identify fingerprint impressions through the proper application of ACE-V; Working knowledge of computer software: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook and Adobe Photoshop.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree or above in Forensic Science or closely related field; Certification by the International Association for Identification as a Certified Latent Fingerprint Examiner (CLPE); Certification by the International Association for Identification as a Certified Senior Crime Scene Analyst (CSCSA); Five years of experience in a forensic unit or crime laboratory as a Latent Fingerprint Examiner; Documented testimony as an expert witness within the Science of Fingerprints; Working knowledge of ASCLD/LAB-International accreditation standards.

Trainees may be considered under this vacancy if they meet all of the minimum education qualifications and one or more of the preferred requirements.

Salary Minimum:

$43,761

Salary Maximum:

$51,484

Salary/Other:

City pays employee’s 6.35% contribution to retirement and 3% to a 401K

Other Information/How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted online at www.charmeck.org

For additional information, please contact:

David C. Schultz, CLPE-CSCSA

Supervisor Latent Fingerprint Unit

Voice (704) 353-1066

E-Mail: dschultz@cmpd.org

Contact Name:

David C. Schultz

Contact Address:

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Crime Laboratory 601 E. Trade Street Charlotte, NC 28202-2940

Contact Phone:

704-353-1066

Contact Fax:

704-353-0088

Contact Email:

dschultz@cmpd.org

Website:

www.charmeck.org

Application Deadline:

Sun, 04/01/2012

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