Forensic Scientist-Latent Fingerprint Sct, Sci, Scii Sciii

Identify, examine, analyze, evaluate and interpret evidence in the investigation of crimes; use forensic science in the analysis of evidence in order to reach scientific conclusions in the area of Latent Fingerprints; effectively communicate results and findings, verbally and in writing, to the appropriate parties.
Refer to the Crime Laboratory Director's Chart of Standards for specific criteria for Forensic Scientist - Latent Fingerprint series.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Forensic Scientist Latent Fingerprint SCT – Trainee:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in forensic science or physical science.
Forensic Scientist Latent Fingerprint I SCI – Entry Level:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in forensic science or physical science; plus one (1) year forensic scientist experience in the field of latent print analysis.
See the Crime Laboratory Director's Chart of Standards below for additional requirements in Laboratory Participation, Forensic Participation, and Discipline Expertise.
Forensic Scientist Latent Fingerprint II SC2 – Journeyman Level:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in forensic science, chemistry, biology or physical science; plus three (3) years forensic scientist experience in the field of latent print analysis; OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in forensic science or physical science; plus four (4) years forensic scientist experience in the field of latent print analysis plus discipline specific certification; OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in forensic science or physical science; plus five (5) years forensic scientist experience in the field of latent print analysis.
See the Crime Laboratory Director's Chart of Standards below for additional requirements in Laboratory Participation, Forensic Participation, and Discipline Expertise.
Forensic Scientist Latent Fingerprint III SC3 - Advanced Level:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in forensic science or physical science; plus eight (8) years forensic scientist experience in the field of latent print analysis; OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in forensic science or physical science; plus ten (10) years forensic scientist experience in the field of latent print analysis.
See the Crime Laboratory Director's Chart of Standards below for additional requirements in Laboratory Participation, Forensic Participation, and Discipline Expertise.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LATENT FINGERPRINT SERIES
Possession of a valid Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire
Refer to the Crime Laboratory Director's Chart of Standards for specific criteria for Forensic Scientist - Latent Fingerprint series.

• Scientific Working Group on Friction Ridge Analysis, Study and Technology (SWGFAST)
• Methods and techniques of forensic evidence collection and evaluation
• Use of Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS)
• Examinations conducted by a Latent Fingerprint unit
• Use of equipment and accessories used in a latent fingerprint unit
• Examinations conducted by a Latent Fingerprint unit
• Theories and techniques of processing, classification and comparison of latent fingerprint-type evidence
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS)
• Operation of basic power and hand tools
• International Association for Identification (IAI)
• Computers and various programs and data bases
• American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors - Laboratory Accreditation Board, and other applicable quality assurance standards
• Operation of forensic instruments, equipment and tools
• Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations
• Operations, services, procedures and activities of a forensic laboratory
• Crime scene investigations

• Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Prepare complex technical written and verbal reports
• Recognize anomalies, formulate hypotheses and take appropriate action
• Operate a variety of forensic laboratory equipment and instruments in a safe and effective manner
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Successfully pass Form Blindness test
• Interpret a variety of technical instructions
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Perform forensic evidence collection, identification and analysis
• Identify similarities and differences between shades, colors, shapes, sounds, forms, textures or physical appearance associated with job related objects, materials and tasks
• Maintain appropriate visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations