Fingerprint Technician

City of Austin•Austin, TX

1d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, follows standard operating practice, policy, and procedure in the receipt, processing, storage, maintenance, and/or release of fingerprint and/or background information, in support of the Crime Records section. Processes new APD personnel, juveniles, individuals, and general public, to include background checks, verification and confirmation of criminal history, warrants, fingerprint, photograph, and file according to standard operating practice, policy, and procedure. Fingerprints for identification and elimination purposes at the request of Officers. Verifies identities through the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS). Receives and stores inked fingerprints, perform technical analysis, research computer database to identify prints and fingerprints utilizing LiveScan/AWS/AFIS. Classifies fingerprint cards utilizing the Henry Classification System. Updates and modifies information in police data system. Processes certified copies of fingerprints upon court order. Creates and provides suspect files (jackets)/lineups upon request. Provides internal and external customer service, assists officers, perform voluntary fingerprinting upon request, etc. Orders print cards for and from other law enforcement agencies. Assists other law enforcement agencies. Converts National Crime Information Center (NCIC) codes to Henry Classification System codes. Writes, drafts, and completes reports and/or documents. Maintains the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), department criminal history files, and photo identification system for employee ID and mug-shot system. Trains new departmental employees. Operates city vehicle.

Requirements

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of city practice, policy, procedure, statutes, and ordinances.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to train others.
Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year fingerprint experience or two (2) years customer service/public relations experience.
Valid Texas Class C Driver's License
Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions will result in being disqualified for this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience with fingerprint processing or identification.
Experience in a law enforcement or corrections environment.
Experience with computers and software, to include Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

Processes new APD personnel, juveniles, individuals, and general public, to include background checks, verification and confirmation of criminal history, warrants, fingerprint, photograph, and file according to standard operating practice, policy, and procedure.
Fingerprints for identification and elimination purposes at the request of Officers.
Verifies identities through the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
Receives and stores inked fingerprints, perform technical analysis, research computer database to identify prints and fingerprints utilizing LiveScan/AWS/AFIS.
Classifies fingerprint cards utilizing the Henry Classification System.
Updates and modifies information in police data system.
Processes certified copies of fingerprints upon court order.
Creates and provides suspect files (jackets)/lineups upon request.
Provides internal and external customer service, assists officers, perform voluntary fingerprinting upon request, etc.
Orders print cards for and from other law enforcement agencies.
Assists other law enforcement agencies.
Converts National Crime Information Center (NCIC) codes to Henry Classification System codes.
Writes, drafts, and completes reports and/or documents.
Maintains the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), department criminal history files, and photo identification system for employee ID and mug-shot system.
Trains new departmental employees.
Operates city vehicle.