8252-Forensic Latent Examiner I

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The 8252 Fingerprint Examiner I is the entry level class in the fingerprint examiner series. Class 8252 Fingerprint Examiner I performs routine fingerprint examination and analysis under close supervision. This class is distinguished from the 8253 Fingerprint Examiner II job code in that the latter independently performs more complex and difficult fingerprint examinations.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

MAJOR, IMPORTANT, AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Services Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Conduct tests and examinations on cases assigned to unit

2. Collect and transport multiple forms of Identification information to and from various locations for evaluation and chain of custody documentation and process according to department procedure.

3. Process, identify and compare, visible, plastic, and partial finger, palm, foot, or similar type prints or impressions through various mediums or other special equipment for the department.

4. Encode and input data into SFPD ABIS, CAL-ID AFIS and FBI ULW / NGI fingerprint systems; and classify fingerprints for facility of retrieval by the different systems users.

5. Prepare clear and concise case notes and reports for supervisor and department documentation of observations, procedures/techniques and evaluations; maintain regular, modus operandi fingerprint files and various records for department use.

6. Adhere to industry standards in periodic assessments and validating fingerprint processing and comply with on-going state and federal mandated training.

7. Provide expert witness testimony in court and formal hearings on fingerprint examinations, identifications and related local criminal history and prepare evidence and exhibits for presentation in court.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: principles and techniques used in the collection, comparison and classification of fingerprints and similar types of prints ; laws of evidence, criminal and courtroom procedures; photography; recent developments, literature and sources of information relative to the biometrics field, related court proceedings; and all aspects of CAL-ID.

Ability to: perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures; operate equipment and databases with skill and care; provide expert testimony in court and formal hearings; prepare and maintain clear, accurate and concise case notes and records in computers; write logical and concise reports and correspondence; make accurate observations; communicate in an articulate fashion; read, understand and follow departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances; maintain a clean and orderly workspace; and provide guidance and assistance to less experienced co-workers and clients; travel for extensive and time consuming job related training.