Forensic Scientist III – Latent Print Identification

Duties

• Perform administrative and support functions as necessary to maintain analytical service.
• Acquire and maintain analytical proficiency in forensic latent print identification analysis.
• Maintain effective communications with the scientific and criminal justice communities and Department personnel.
• Satisfactory progress in an ISP recognized forensic latent print identification training/testing program and competency testing.
• Conduct forensic analysis on routine forensic latent print identification evidence of limited complexity and difficulty.
• Work under the direction of a higher level forensic scientist or supervisor including the review of records.
• Communicate analytical procedures, methodology, policies, and conclusions to various elements in the criminal justice system, including court testimony as an expert witness.
• Participate in a proficiency testing program.
• Assist in preventative maintenance of laboratory instruments and safety equipment.
• Participate in continuing education and training programs in the analysis of forensic latent print identification evidence of a more complex and difficult nature.
• Comply with Standard Operating Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and Laboratory policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics or Forensic Psychology

Requirements

• Baccalaureate or higher degree with natural and/or forensic science courses.
• Must meet one of the following requirements:
• One year of full time experience in a forensic latent print identification analysis position;
OR
• Masters Degree or PhD and six months of full time experience in a forensic latent print identification analysis position.
• Knowledge of theory and practical operation of various scientific instrumentation and analytical techniques.
• Ability to perform complex scientific procedures in an unbiased manner following the Unit Test Methods.
• Ability to comprehend, demonstrate, and explain advanced knowledge of theory and practical operation of various scientific instruments and analytical techniques.
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Ability to adhere to established laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to testify as an expert witness in an objective, unbiased, and professional manner.
• Must be able to differentiate colors as evidenced by medical certification.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel by aircraft and other vehicles.
• Ability to attend training at alternate locations for extended periods of time.

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