Forensic Examiner 1 - Latent Print

Oak Ridge Associated Universities • Atlanta, GA

87d • $73,195 - $95,160

About The Position

To perform independent routine technical examinations of evidence through the processing of materials for latent prints, recovery of latent prints, visualizing/recording of latent prints, and examining and comparing latent prints to known fingerprints (or other latent prints) in a forensic laboratory.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a minimum of four (4) years of experience working in a forensic laboratory processing materials for latent prints.
• Professional certification as a Latent Print Examiner (CLPE) by the International Association of Identification (IAI) is required.
• Proficiency utilizing FBI-NGI/IAFIS, DoD-ABIS, and/or other automated fingerprint identification system (AFIS) database is desired.
• Must have professional knowledge of the principles, theories, methods and technical procedures used to process materials for latent prints.
• Must have knowledge of general forensic laboratory case working procedures, quality control and safety procedures.
• Must be familiar with or have working knowledge of other disciplines within a forensic laboratory.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate results of analyses.
• Must have knowledge of legal procedures and rules of evidence to handle evidence appropriately and provide effective testimony.
• Must be able to perform analyses and administrative functions within prescribed parameters set by client facilities regulations, guidelines, and procedures.
• Must pass U.S. Government security background investigation and be able to obtain & maintain Secret security clearance.
• Must pass both a physical and dental examination (as required for OCONUS assignment).
• Must possess a current U.S. Government issued passport.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency utilizing FBI-NGI/IAFIS, DoD-ABIS, and/or other automated fingerprint identification system (AFIS) database.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine forensic laboratory analysis and examinations of evidence in cases involving latent prints.
• Safeguards evidence and maintains chain-of-custody through the use of physical protocols and applicable documentation.
• Ensures safety precautions and applicable regulations are followed.
• Conducts assigned examinations and experiments utilizing well defined methods and a variety of scientific tools, equipment, instrumentation and techniques.
• Participates with senior examiners to decide the nature and extent of examinations to be conducted on more complex materials and items of evidence.
• Encodes, searches, and registers latent images to biometric databases; updates case management and other information management systems as required.
• Prepares and furnishes authoritative oral and written reports to facilitate investigative, intelligence, prosecution and other functions that support mission requirements.
• Coordinates routine to moderately complex matters related to scope of analyses with other laboratory units, outside agencies, and related entities.

Benefits

• Group Health insurance including: Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision.
• Retirement plan access.
• Disability insurance.
• Group life insurance.
• Travel Accident Insurance.
• Section 125 reimbursement accounts.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid Holidays.
• Flexible work schedules or compressed work weeks.
• Occupational Health and Wellness Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED