Latent Fingerprint Examiner

Colorado Bureau of Investigation

Duties: ·         From the physical evidence submitted to the forensic laboratory, identifies specific exhibits/items to be preserved and analyzed using the policies and procedures detailed in the Quality Manual, discipline/sub-discipline operations manual(s), the Training Manual and the Evidence Manual.·         Casework must be executed judiciously; casework must be complete, accurate, timely and performed at the highest level of quality ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 guidelines. ·         Treats internal and external customers with dignity and respect, using consistent, appropriate language and behavior.·         Manages time appropriately; assists others as needed; maintains productivity.·         Written and verbal communication is timely, clear, concise and easily understood.·         Utilizing the Laboratory Information Management System, writes accurate, complete and timely case documentation and laboratory reports that may be introduced as evidence into a court of law.·         Demonstrates the utmost professionalism while providing expert testimony in court; as needed, serves in an advisory capacity during criminal and civil cases in various municipal, county, district, military or federal courts in Colorado.·         Updates skill sets through active participation in professional groups, trainings, seminars and conferences.  Readily keeps up-to-date technologically by reading forensic literature, journals and websites. ·         Willingly performs other duties as assigned.  This may include but is not limited to validating instrumentation, writing technical procedures, procuring supplies, assisting the Agent-in-Charge as needed. 

Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, forensic science or another natural science field.  A copy of your college or university transcripts must be provided at the time of application.
 
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Experience
One year full-time forensic (law enforcement agency) latent print casework experience is required, excluding trainings and/or internships. Preferred applicants will have current IAI certification.  Please provide a copy of your certification as an attachment to your application.
  
Substitution
A master's or doctorate degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, forensic science or another natural science field  from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.  A copy of your college or university transcripts must be provided at the time of application.  There is NO substitution for the one year full-time latent print casework experience.  

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be willing to be fingerprinted and must be able to pass an extensive background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological exam, and drug test. If you have used any illegal drugs in the past three years, or have been convicted of a felony, you will be disqualified and will not be hired.
Monthly
$4,605
$6,545

Exam Plan - Save the DatesThe first step in the comparative analysis for this position will be a written exam to be distributed to qualified applicants on April 19, 2013.  The top group from the written exam may be invited to an oral exam, located at CBI headquarters at 690 Kipling, Denver CO 80215.  Please note: the dates of the oral exam, pre-employment testing, and the Executive Interview are tentatively swcheduled for the week of May 13, 2013.The selection process for this position is expected to be completed within 90 days from the date of this announcement through the conclusion of the necessary background investigations for applicants who receive a job offer. Applicants must pay all travel expenses which are not reimbursable.

Ruth Strauss
CDPS Human Resource Services, 700 Kipling Street, Denver CO 80215 Attn: Ruth Strauss, HR Manager
303-239-4428
303-239-9859
ruth.strauss@cdps.state.co.us
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