Forensic Examiner 1 - Latent Print

ORAU • Atlanta, GA

88d • $73,195 - $95,160

About The Position

The position is a Full-Time Regular A (FTR-A) role located in Ft. Gillem, GA, with potential OCONUS deployment. The purpose of this role is to perform independent routine technical examinations of evidence, specifically focusing on the processing of materials for latent prints, recovery, visualization, and comparison of latent prints to known fingerprints in a forensic laboratory setting.

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.
• Must have knowledge of legal procedures and rules of evidence.
• Must be able to perform analyses and administrative functions within prescribed parameters set by client facilities regulations.
• 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.
• Travel: OCONUS deployment required on a rotational basis.

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
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees