Identification Clerk

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office•Jacksonville, FL

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This is technical trainee-level work involving taking, classifying, comparing, and identifying fingerprints. The role requires knowledge of fingerprint identification techniques, methods, and procedures gained through specialized training and on-the-job experience. Contacts require courtesy, tact, and effectiveness when requesting or providing information and clarification. Work is semi-routine and guided by procedures and precedents, with some latitude to select an appropriate method or set priorities subject to a supervisor’s approval. The position works in an office environment and supports operations covering 24 hours per day, seven days per week, so the work schedule is subject to shift work. The clerk operates computers and specialized equipment, including fingerprinting equipment, computerized information systems, radios, teletype, and other automated record-keeping systems. Physical activities include using equipment, sitting or standing at a workstation for extended periods, stooping and bending, and occasionally lifting objects weighing less than 50 pounds. Work is performed under general supervision.

Requirements

A two-year combination of education and/or experience in clerical work, including operation of a computer.
Type at least 30 words per minute.
Obtain Florida/National Crime Information Certification (FCIC/NCIC) within three months and maintain it.
Knowledge of fingerprint science.
Knowledge of the NCIC Fingerprint Classification System.
Knowledge of the Automated Fingerprint Identification System.
Knowledge of alphabetic and numeric filing systems.
Knowledge of Sheriff's Office policies and procedures.
Ability to perform fingerprint comparisons, conduct criminal history searches, and take legible, quality fingerprints.
Ability to collect, sort, organize, and evaluate data to develop logical conclusions.
Ability to operate a computer accurately to enter and retrieve data.
Ability to operate a two-way radio, teletype, and standard office equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to make logical decisions rapidly based on available information.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
Pass the background investigation given to sworn personnel.
Comply with pre-employment, random, and other drug/alcohol testing under the City of Jacksonville’s Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Responsibilities

Classify, compare, and identify fingerprints.
Conduct fingerprint searches through local, state, and national crime information computer systems.
Confirm warrants from JSO and assist other agencies with confirmation.
Verify and assemble records for hearings, warrant service, and court proceedings.
Respond to written and verbal inquiries.
Provide copies of fingerprints, photographs, or arrest records to law enforcement officials and other authorized personnel upon request.
Maintain fingerprint and criminal history files.
File and retrieve documents and reports for department and court use.
Enter information into manual and automated record-keeping systems.
Take fingerprints for criminal history searches as needed.
Operate two-way radios, teletype, and computerized information systems.
Demonstrate proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
Perform related duties as required.