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Position Information
Title of Vacant Position

Fingerprint Examiner

Job Type

Full-Time

Posting Type

Public

Department/Division

Support/Forensics

Requisition Number

20160321

Number of hours worked per week

40

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

Work Site Location

304 Albemarle Drive, Chesapeake, VA

Salary

$41,824 - $69,010 (depending on qualifications)

Job Description

Evaluate, examine, compare, and identify latent prints on evidence from crime scenes and
conduct searches of latent fingerprint evidence using Automated Fingerprint Identification
System (AFIS). Compare latent prints to known inked prints.
Take inked fingerprints of crime victims, witnesses, suspects, and juveniles (per court order)
for elimination or comparison purposes.
Process items of evidence for latent prints utilizing various chemical enhancement techniques
as well as specialized equipment to include digital photography of developed prints.
Prepare written reports on the results of examinations and the identification of latent finger
and palm prints.
Prepare evidence for court on latent print identifications and related matters; involves
participation in pre-trial conferences. Provide testimony in court as an expert witness on latent
print matters.
Provide information and assistance to police officers, detectives, prosecutors, public
defenders, and outside law enforcement agencies concerning latent print matters.
Provide training to other Latent Print Examiners, law enforcement members, and other
individuals as required.
The incumbent is expected to continue advancing their skills through research, attendance to
educational conferences and relevant courses or workshops.
The incumbent is required to have strong communication, time management, writing,
analytical and decision-making skills. Incumbent is required to consistently exercise discretion,
sound judgment, and must comply with all accreditation mandates to assure quality of results
and analysis. Failure of any quality assurance mandates must be reported, whether it is of
their own or another analyst. Incumbent is required to submit a DNA standard for elimination
purposes.
Performs related duties as required.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the
essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform
job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any
essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an
incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as
defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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Required Qualifications

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VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience
equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in forensic science or
closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Requires a minimum of three years of experience as Certified Fingerprint Examiner.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving
Standards. Special skills or equipment certification may be required. Must have previously
testified in court as an expert witness in fingerprint examination.
Certification as an Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) Operator. National
Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Virginia Crime Information Network (NCIC) qualified.
Must be able to testify in court and be recognized by the City Of Chesapeake Court System as
an expert witness in the field of latent fingerprint identification.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in crime scene processing and digital photography.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Job Open Date

09-30-2016

Job Close Date

ADA Requirements Form

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENTGH DEMANDS
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS

L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts

constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing

Sitting

Walking

Lifting

Description

Exerting up to 20 lbs.

Carrying

Description

Exerting up to 20 lbs.

Pushing/Pulling

Description

Exerting up to 20 lbs.

Reaching

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Handling

Fine Dexterity

Kneeling

Crouching

Crawling

Bending

Twisting

Climbing

Balancing

Vision

Hearing

Talking

Foot Controls

Other(specify below)

No Response

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AFIS computer, computers, fax machine, copy machine, telephone, LIVESCAN machine,
AIDS USED:
Fuming chamber, microscope, magnify glass, CSI pix, fingerprint comparator other

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

safety glasses, gloves, other equipment assigned based upon type of assignment.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

D = Daily
W = Several Times Per Week
M = Several Times Per Month
S = Seasonally
N = Never
HEALTH AND SAFETY

Mechanical Hazards

Chemical Hazards

Electrical Hazards

Fire Hazards

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Explosives

Communicable Diseases

Physical Danger or Abuse

Other(specify below)

No Response

If Other, description:

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Dirt and Dust

Extreme Temperatures

Noise and Vibration

Fumes and Odors

Wetness/Humidity

Darkness or Poor Lighting

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

Office Environment

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures

Emergency Situations

Frequent Change of Tasks

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Tedious or Exacting Work

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Other(specify below)

No Response

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If Other, description:

Can anyone assist the employee in

performing the primary tasks assigned to
this position? If yes, identify the eligible
task(s)

No.

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The City of Chesapeake is an equal opportunity employer.

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