Latent Print Examiner I, II or III

Duties

JOB DUTIES

• The work involves responsibility for processing items of physical evidence for the purposes of developing latent print friction ridge detail (fingerprints, footprints, palm prints) using various physical and chemical methods. These latent prints are permanently recorded through the use of digital photography. An employee in this class determines the best technique to develop each specific print and may, if appropriate, conduct comparisons of latent or patent prints to known prints. In addition, the work involves explaining analysis to a jury and providing demonstrations/visual displays. General supervision is received from the Senior Latent Print Examiner. Does related work as required. All work is performed in accordance with Federal and State accreditation requirements and departmental procedure manuals and guidelines.

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

Requirements

Level I:

• A) Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees within the last ten (10) years with a bachelor’s degree or higher in a natural science, forensic science, criminalistics or closely related field,
OR
• B) Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in a natural science, forensic science, criminalistics or closely related field and employment in a technical position in a Forensic Laboratory for six (6) months within the last five (5) years.

Level II:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a natural science, forensic science, criminalistics or a closely related field and two (2) years of full time paid work experience, or its part-time equivalent, performing work equivalent to a Latent Print Examiner.

Level III:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a natural science, forensic science, criminalistics or a closely related field and five (5) years of full time paid work experience, or its part-time equivalent, performing work equivalent to a Latent Print Examiner.

NOTE:

• Education may be substituted for experience as follows: A Master’s Degree or a Doctorate Degree (PhD) in a natural science, forensic science, criminalistics or a closely related field can be substituted for one (1) year of the required work experience for level III only.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

• Applicants will be required to undergo a State and national criminal history background investigation which will include a fingerprint check to determine suitability for appointment. Failure to meet the standards for the background investigation may result in disqualification.

SALARY AND BENEFITS - The salary range for the position is $64,964 to $84,288 depending on qualifications and experience, with scheduled annual increases, and a competitive benefits package:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Annual vacation, sick, personal leave, and paid holidays
• New York State Retirement/Pension and Deferred Compensation Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• No-cost Long Term Disability
• 35-hour work week
• Optional 4-day work week

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