Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1021 - Misc Sub/Para Prof (012)
$35.48-$42.56 Hourly / $2,661.00-$3,192.00 BiWeekly /
$5,765.50-$6,916.00 Monthly / $69,186.00-$82,992.00 Yearly
DESCRIPTION
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Under general direction, performs print examination and classification of prints and impressions in the Central Identification Bureau. Latent print processing to evaluate, compare, and identify single, multiple, partial, or distorted latent prints; operates the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and related equipment; prepares all related reports and/or exhibits on latent casework for law enforcement agencies and/or courtroom presentation; testifies as a fingerprint expert; performs related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This class differs from that of the next lower class of Fingerprint Examiner in that Fingerprint Examiners have primary responsibility for the routine classification of non-latent fingerprints. Neither class typically is involved with crime scene searches, but both may take fingerprints, operate electronic data processing equipment to perform cross referencing, searching and updating of offender file data. The Latent Fingerprint Examiners report to and are directly supervised by an Identification Supervisor. |
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
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NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed. 2. May receive objects of evidence and be required to develop latent fingerprints from these objects through the use of powder, chemical, or special photographic equipment; may be required to take difficult or unusual fingerprints from persons on an as-needed basis. 3. Prepares materials for presentation in court; testifies as a fingerprint expert; prepares narrative reports and correspondence; operates AFIS and other related systems and equipment for use encoding, searching and comparison of latent print impressions, retrieving related information or documents, and in the filing and retention of latent casework or identification data. 4. Assists local law enforcement agencies as an advisor and consultant regarding identification problems related to latent prints. 5. Utilize AFIS Database, DOB WEB Archive, CRIMS and FBI to obtain required supporting documentation for comparison findings. 6. Under the direction of a Supervisor, may develop a training plan for latent print and fingerprint identification instruction; provides the training to Fingerprint Examiner; may on direction be assigned to review the work of these Fingerprint Examiners. 7. May perform the duties of Fingerprint Examiners on an as-needed basis. |
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Either I Special Requirements: |
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
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NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the “Examples of Duties” section of this specification.
Knowledge of: • Henry System of Fingerprint classification. • Working knowledge of other fingerprint systems. • Development and lifting of latent fingerprints. • Principles of employee training. • Principles and practices of basic photography as applied to preserving and preparing photographic evidence related to latent print evidence. Abilities: • Classify fingerprints. • Make identifications involving the most complex or complicated patterns, latent prints, and distorted, partial, single, or multiple prints. • Develop and lift latent prints from objects of evidence. • Establish and maintain cooperative relations with representatives of law enforcement agencies. • Write narrative reports and correspondence. • Qualify and testify in a court of law. • Train subordinate staff. • Operate AFIS and other related systems equipment related to latent casework and criminal records systems for retrieval and input. |
CLASS SPEC HISTORY
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BENEFITS
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Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being
For your Financial Future
For your Work/Life Balance
*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.
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