Forensic Fingerprint Trainee

PG 4  $35,193.00 career ladder to PG 7 $41,890.00

This is fingerprint identification work at the training level performed under direct supervision.  This sensitive and confidential work consists of learning procedures such as classifying, searching and filing fingerprint cards used in identification of persons

1. Enters first time arrest cards into the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) for examination and retention into Delaware database.  

2. Verifies AFIS examination of first time arrest cards after search through Delaware database.  

3. Searches names of newly received fingerprint cards through manual and computerized name index file to determine possible prior activity.  

4. Files completed fingerprint cards into proper folders for storage and later examination with new cards or latent evidence.  

5. Fingerprints persons for criminal history checks.  

6. Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of computer language and operations.
• Ability to learn AFIS operations and procedures.
• Ability to learn the legal and other regulatory provisions governing the sensitive and confidential nature of the work.
• Skill in visual acuity.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures, including filing, record keeping and indexing.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to learn the fingerprint portion of the I.A.S. course.

High School graduate and the ability to successfully complete the required courses to become a Forensic Fingerprint Technician.

Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of employment.   Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of employment.  This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.  This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms. 

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package visit https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service, please call (302) 739-5458 TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number at 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

Note:  The Division of State Police is a non-merit agency

 **The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer**