Latent Bridge Examiner (LBE)

AVER•San Diego, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

AVER is seeking a Latent Bridge Examiner (LBE) to serve as a critical member of the West forensic team, supporting both the Tenprint and Latent Print Units with a (50/50 split). This role involves performing specialized fingerprint analysis, casework management, team training, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, flexibility to adjust work schedules for urgent and high-profile cases, and a proven commitment to accuracy and quality standards. Join a collaborative team that values AVER’s mission, focus, and culture of delivering exceptional client service with great people and transformative technology solutions that ensure Government mission success.

Requirements

AA Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in related field or at least 10+ years of experience in print comparison in lieu of degree is required.
IAI Certified Tenprint Examiner
Ability to collaborate with attorneys via phone or Teams outside standard workdays (schedule adjustments provided to comply with California law).
Willingness and ability to adjust schedule for urgent, high-profile latent cases as required (with adherence to California law).
Proficiency in fingerprint sizing and CABIS (Computerized Automated Biometric Identification System) searching.
Experience working collaboratively with both Tenprint and Latent Print Units.
Ability to obtain and maintain government clearance (Public Trust).
U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Ensure print comparison and identification accuracy at or above the SLA of 99.95% for the past two years (collectively).
Billing accuracy of 90% or higher for the past two years.
Experience reviewing SOPs for management purposes.
Experience training staff on new tools and techniques used in print examination.

Responsibilities

Execute all standard Tenprint Examiner responsibilities with consistent adherence to established protocols and scheduling, ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability.
Conduct thorough CABIS comparisons and efficiently complete CABIS ULF transactions to optimize support for Tenprint staff searches and maximize identification accuracy.
Independently complete and assign deportation-related casework, maintaining rigorous oversight and final approval to ensure all documentation and evidentiary requirements are met without error.
Perform complex casework for the OFS and expertly handle Tenprint cases that exceed the technical scope of the Tenprint floor, demonstrating advanced analytical skills and technical judgment.
Assign, review, and formally sign off on all latent print casework, maintaining strict quality control and compliance with laboratory standards and accreditation requirements.
Oversee and manage Interop queue operations, including timely processing of deletion requests and comprehensive report completion to support seamless interdepartmental workflow and data integrity.
Provide expert pre-trial observations and consultations, delivering clear and defensible findings to legal teams, and ensuring readiness for courtroom testimony as needed.
Offer specialized deportation consultations, leveraging subject matter expertise to support case resolution and facilitate communication with relevant stakeholders.
Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile latent print cases requiring immediate intervention, ensuring 24/7 availability and decisive action in the absence of West Coast Leads to support urgent operational needs.
Troubleshoot and resolve CABIS misanalysis issues, apply advanced technical knowledge to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.
Lead comprehensive onboarding and continuous training for newly hired latent examiners, ensuring mastery of Latent Print Unit (LPU) policies and procedures (SOPs) and adherence to rigorous quality standards.
Work proactively with LPU Oversight to critically evaluate, update, and enhance SOPs, while spearheading the restructuring of Interop processes to align with evolving operational and accreditation requirements.
Continuously refine and advance the LPU Training Plan, incorporating best practices, emerging methodologies, and feedback to maximize examiner proficiency and unit performance.
Design, develop, and implement a robust 16-hour Testimony Course to meet International Association for Identification (IAI) approval and certification standards, preparing examiners for expert courtroom testimony and legal scrutiny.
Identify, create, and deliver specialized training courses in response to operational needs, anticipating future challenges and supporting the ongoing professional development of LPU staff.