Fingerprint Technician I/II/III
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About The Position
The Fingerprint Technician I/II/III position within the Tulare County Sheriff's Department is a critical role responsible for the management and analysis of fingerprint data. This recruitment aims to establish an employment list to fill current and future vacancies, with the current vacancy located in various locations throughout Tulare County. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months, and interested candidates are encouraged to submit an online application for consideration. The position offers a salary range depending on the level, with Fingerprint Technician I starting at $4,164 monthly and going up to $6,384 monthly for Fingerprint Technician III. As a Fingerprint Technician, the incumbent will be tasked with entering, updating, storing, and retrieving fingerprint information from the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and Automated Latent Print Systems (ALPS). Responsibilities include sorting, routing, and filing records, as well as testifying in court as an expert witness in latent print methodology and identification. The technician will evaluate latent prints recovered from crime scenes to determine their usability for comparison to known prints and for entry into the ALPS. Additionally, the role involves performing fingerprint comparisons using magnifying glasses and photographic equipment, maintaining the chain of custody for prints and evidence, and preparing detailed reports on findings. The position is structured into three levels, with increasing responsibilities. Level II technicians will analyze and compare fingerprints related to criminal activities and perform specialized processing of evidence. Level III technicians will inspect the work of staff to ensure quality and accuracy, and may also coordinate and monitor the work of others. The role requires collaboration with Crime Lab Technicians, Detectives, and other law enforcement agencies, and may involve call-outs and holiday work. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not explicitly listed but are relevant to the job classification, with reasonable accommodations made as necessary.
