City of Glendale Police Department
Forensic Specialist.   $4,334 - $5,668 

Medical, dental, and 2.5% at 55 retirement plan. For further information regarding the position, application process, and application form, please visit our web site at:  http://www.joingpd.com   Click on Forensic Specialist link.

Overview: The Forensic Specialist performs skilled technical work under general supervision. Essential duties of this position include but are not limited to: Processes complex crime scenes requiring specialized techniques in detection, recognition, documentation, collection, interpretation, and preservation of physical evidence associated with crime scenes to include all types of friction skin evidence, trace evidence, and biological evidence. Analyses, compares, and evaluates developed latent finger prints for the purposes of identification and comparison.

Requirements: Graduation from high school or attainment of GED or CHSPE certificate. Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.  Completion of six months recent experience in crime scene investigation or latent print comparisons. Five years recent experience in crime scene investigation or latent print comparisons may be substituted for the educational requirement. Certifications through the International Association for Identification are desirable.

Working Conditions:  Work is performed in a variety of locations to include on-site work at crime scenes, hospitals, and in the Police Department. Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments. When work is performed outdoors, there is full exposure to the elements. The incumbent may be exposed to related health hazards to include blood and other bodily fluids/products, infectious diseases, human borne parasites, air, water, and blood borne pathogens, and may have contact with complete and/or partial human corpses in various stages of decomposition. Other health hazards may include odors, toxic chemicals, and hazardous substances. Occasionally, work is performed within confined areas or at high altitudes, including photography from helicopters. Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, crawling, climbing ladders and inclines, repelling down ravines, and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. May be required to independently work crime scene investigations either without supervision or without sworn police presence. Incumbents must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.

Forensic Specialist
The City of Santa Monica is seeking an individual for the position of Forensic Specialist.

Salary Range:
    $5,380 - $6,642/Month plus an excellent benefits package.

Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent.  Four years of recent, paid work experience performing fingerprint identification and related photographic work and processing crime scenes for physical evidence.  An Associate’s degree in criminal justice or forensic science or 30 semester units of college level course work in fingerprint classification and identification or a closely related field will substitute for two years of the required work experience.  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or a closely related field will substitute for the four years of required work experience.  Possession of a valid Class C driver license.

 To Apply:
        Please visit our website at www.smgov.net/hr.  Apply by 5:00 PM, Friday, January 22, 2010. 

Posted January  6, 2010

Biometric Support Center
Department of Homeland Security
Assistant Site Manager for the Biometric Support Center, contractors for Department of Homeland Security located in San Diego California.

The Assistant Site Manager will manage the Quality Program and provide management control support at the BSC West. This employee will conduct management, technical reviews and audits to validate the quality of the work performed and to detect potential problems or improvement needs. In addition to program control activities, the Assistant Site Manager/Quality Control will—

· Establish, implement, and maintain a quality program to ensure consistent technical quality for all deliverables, work products, and services performed under the contract

· Review products and processes to ensure consistent technical quality and professional standards are met

· Provide site management in the absence of staff with site management responsibilities

· Maintain Daily, Weekly and monthly stats

· Generate daily, weekly and monthly standardized reports required for the statement of work for the contract

The shift will require 7/24 availability between managers to facilitate operations. Standard Monday through Friday 9-5 workweek or a 4 X10 schedule.

Requirements: 2 years management experience and at least 4 years fingerprint analysis experience.

Interested applicants must apply on line:

BAEsystems.com
Careers
United States
Job Search
Under Key Word enter:
Assistant Site Manager
Or Job Number: IT091102-8262

Jamie Craig
Deputy Program Manager
Biometric Support Center
Department of Homeland Security
office 619-498-9975
fax 619-498-9978

Posted November 16, 2009

Forensic Identification Specialist (CONTINUOUS)
City of Torrance
Salary: $26.61 - $32.34/hr

You can be a part of the largest operational change in the Torrance Police Department Crime Scene Investigation Unit history. The Unit is converting from all-sworn to civilian staffing. We are looking for up to four professionals to join our civilian Sr. Forensics professional staff members to participate in our organizational operations transition process. As a Forensic Identification Specialist, you will use your Police Forensics education and experience to process crime scenes and evidence as part of an investigative team.
Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree in Forensic Science, Administration of Justice, Police Science, or related field or; one year paid experience in law enforcement identification work, including investigative photography, fingerprint identification, collection, development and preservation of physical evidence or the equivalent at an accredited forensic laboratory or law enforcement agency participating in site investigation and laboratory analysis.

Please go to www.TorranceCa.Gov for complete job specifications, bulletin and to apply online. Initial application deadline is December 1, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.

Posted November 16, 2009

Senior Forensic Identification Specialist
City of Torrance
Salary:  $32.34 - $41.30/hr

You can be a part of the largest operational change in the Torrance Police Department Crime Scene Investigation Unit history. The Unit is converting from all-sworn to civilian staffing. We are looking for motivated two professionals to participate in our organizational operations and transition process. As a Senior Forensic Identification Specialist, you will use your Police Forensics experience to process crime scenes and evidence as part of an investigative team.  

Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminalistics, Police Science, or related field and; three years paid experience as a Forensics Identification Specialist or the equivalent at an accredited forensics laboratory or law enforcement agency with participation in site investigations and laboratory analysis. 

Please go to www.torrnet.com and apply online.  Application deadline is June 30, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.

Posted on SCAFO website June 6, 2009

San Francisco Police Department
0933 Manager V - Biometric Identification Services
(Annual Salary $114,322 - $145,912)

SFPD has a job opening for a Biometric Identification Manager in the Forensic Services Division. This position is integral to the functioning of the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), the Automated Latent Print System (ALPS) and all aspects of friction ridge identification.

The official Job Announcement and application process will open Monday, March 30, 2009 via an online process.

Visit www.jobaps.com/sf and begin the application process by registering and creating an account.

- Click and select the 0933 Manager V – Biometric Identification Services job announcement

- Click “Apply”, read and acknowledge the information

- Click “I am a New User”

- Follow on-screen instructions.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or application process, contact the exam analyst, Saru Cownan at (415) 551-8947.

Cydne L. Holt, PhD
Director, Forensic Services Division
San Francisco Police Department
850 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
v 415.734.3145 * f 415.553.9029
cydne.holt@sfgov.org

Posted April 7, 2009

City of Torrance
Senior Forensic Identification Specialist

Torrance Police Department is seeking an experienced professional in the field of Police Forensics to process crime scenes and evidence as part of an investigative team. This is a newly structured position which will allow a candidate a degree of flexibility and responsibility in the establishment of protocols and processes for the Department. The base salary range is $25.94 - $34.76 per hour.

Minimum Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminalistics, Police Science, or a relate field and; three years paid experience as a Forensics Identification Specialist or the equivalent at an accredited forensics laboratory or law enforcement agency with participation in site investigations and laboratory analysis. Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis to a maximum four (4) years experience.

Application Process: If you are interested in this opportunity, you must submit a standard City application and a supplemental application form.
To receive application materials, please contact the City of Torrance job hotline at (310) 618-2969 or apply on-line at www.torrnet.com.
City application materials must be received by January 20, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. Faxed applications and resumes in lieu will not be accepted.

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

OPENING DATE: 11/13/08                                   

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled.

We are accepting applications to fill a vacancy in Santa Barbara. The current vacancy is in the Sheriff's Department.

THE POSITION:  Under direct supervision, performs basic forensic work in criminal investigations by taking photographs at crime scenes; gathering, preserving, and processing physical evidence both at crime scenes and in the field; and performs related duties as required.

Candidates may be appointed at the I, II, or Senior level, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and the needs of the department

APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Open Until Filled.  Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at: www.sbcountyjobs.com. In Santa Barbara, applications and job bulletins may be obtained at the Human Resources Department, 1226 Anacapa Street from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

San Diego BSC West Fingerprint Center, Chula Vista, CA
Position Vacancies: Latent Print Examiner

Company: BAE Systems IT
                Contractor for Department of Homeland Security

Position Description: Latent Print Examiner. The examiner will have a minimum of 5 years of fingerprint identification experience, 2 years of which must be in the latent fingerprint field. The examiner will have a thorough knowledge of the effects of scarring, varying pressure, binary facsimile copies, and other factors that affect fingerprint quality. The examiner must be able to consistently perform very difficult, complex fingerprint verifications and will provide assistance, guidance, and mentoring to less-experienced examiners. If required, the examiner provides courtroom testimony as an expert witness in fingerprint identification. As required, the examiner will prepare written reports concerning fingerprint verification activities. Provides technical leadership for a group of employees, or leads a moderately large complex function. Manages daily operation of the project(s) or task(s) to ensure schedules are met and deliverables meet quality standards.

Work schedule: The hour of operations is 7/24 including holidays and shift work.
Full time and part time positions available

Closing date: Jan 30, 2009

Full time and part time positions available

Resume may be submitted by fax to 619-498-9978 or mailed to
BSC West Fingerprint Center BLDG 6
2411 Boswell Rd.
Chula Vista, Ca 91914

Contact point:
Jamie Craig 619-498-9975

(Position will be filled at either level; DOQ)
$2999 - $4034 per month (Technician)
$3733 - $5021 per month (Specialist)
CalPERS retirement program (2.5% @ 55)
 

The City of San Bernardino is accepting applications for Forensic Specialist I (flex)

 Examples of Duties: Under general supervision, conducts criminal investigations in the field utilizing advanced procedures to develop, evaluate and collect items of evidence; operates cameras, photographic developing equipment and other specialized devices for identification and crime report purposes; prepares evidence and reports for court presentations and testimony; and performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent; and six months of experience in forensics experience including fingerprinting, photography and evidence handling; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  Completion of a Forensic Science "ROP" certificate training program (minimum of 300 hours) such as Rio Hondo or La Puente Forensics Academies, San Bernardino Valley College Forensics Science program may be substituted for the required experience.

Salary: $3,431.00 - $4,170.00 monthly

Closing Date/Time: Thursday 10/16/08 5:30 PM Pacific Time

To download the full job announcement please visit our website.  www.sbcity.org

You are encouraged to apply on-line.  General information (909) 384-104

 Posted October 6, 2008

The City of Henderson is accepting applications for Fingerprint Technician.

THE JOB: Under general supervision, performs examinations and comparisons of record fingerprints and palm prints; utilizes criminal and civil data and databases to confirm identity; maintains database integrity; and performs related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminalistics, forensics, physical science, fingerprint science, criminal justice, or a closely related field, and two (2) years of experience conducting record fingerprint comparisons, and maintaining data for a criminal justice agency; OR an equivalent combination of closely related education, training and work experience.

SALARY: $26.09 – $29.87/hour

Closing Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2008 @ p.m.

To download the full job announcement please visit our website. www.cityofhenderson.com 

YOU CANNOT APPLY ONLINE. The applications can be accessed online, but they must be printed out. You can mail them to 240 Water Street MSC 122, Henderson, NV 89015 or fax them to (702) 267-1901. They can also be hand delivered. Any question, feel free to call us. (702) 267-1900.

Posted September 26, 2008

The City of Costa Mesa
invites applications for
CRIME SCENE SPECIALIST


Application Deadline: Monday, September 22, 2008, 8 a.m.
Salary Range: $4,654.00 - $6,236.00 monthly
(A complete list of employee benefits is available on the City’s website)

The Position:
This position will perform field duties as a civilian crime scene investigator involved in the collection and preservation of evidence and perform related duties as required. There is currently one vacancy in the Police Department. For more information on the position and qualifications, please visit our website at www.ci.costa-mesa.ca.us and click on “Employment Opportunities”.

Application Instructions:
Specific application instructions can be found on the City’s website. All applicants are required to complete a City job application. Applications must be completed and submitted on-line by the specified deadline. The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Santa Monica is accepting applications for Forensic Section Supervisor. 

Job Summary: Oversees latent fingerprint recovery methods, crime scene preservation, physical evidence collection, DNA recovery, photographic, video and computer imaging tasks relating to criminal investigation and the prosecution of criminal cases.  Administers and coordinates the Forensic Section and supervises assigned staff.

Requires: Graduation from high school or the equivalent.  Five years of recent, paid work experience performing friction ridge analysis, crime scene processing and forensic photography.  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, or a closely related field is highly desirable.  Two years of the required experience must include supervision; one year of leading and coordinating the work of others and completion of the City of Santa Monica’s Pre-Supervisory Academy may substitute for the two years of supervisory experience.  Possession of a valid Class C driver license. 

Salary: $6,066.00 - $7,489.00/Month.

Apply by 5:30 p.m., Thursday, August 28, 2008.  Apply to: City of Santa Monica Human Resources Dept., 1685 Main Street, P.O. Box 2200, Santa Monica, CA 90407; Tel: (310) 458-8697; Apply online at www.smgov.net/hr.

Orange County Sheriff's Department
Forensic Specialist/Crime Scene Investigator
Salary $39,832 - $53,352 plus Benefits

Description: This is an entry level position where the Specialist will process and photograph less complex crime scenes for fingerprints and other physical evidence. They will also develop latent fingerprints and perform less complex laboratory examinations. The Specialist will write detailed reports and testify in court to their findings.

Further information about the position, minimum qualifications and an on-line application go to www.ocgov.com OR contact Nereida Gutierrez at (714) 647-6118.

Posted April 15, 2008 

City of Santa Monica
Identification Technician
Salary: $3,664.00 - $4,523.00/Month

The City of Santa Monica is accepting applications for Identification Technician.  Logs fingerprint cards into LAFIS system.  Processes LIVESCAN fingerprinting for the public.  Performs a variety of clerical and technical duties relating to identification work.  

Requires: Graduation from high school or the equivalent.  Six months of recent, paid work experience rolling fingerprints and filing fingerprint cards.  An Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice or Forensic Science or 30 semester units of college level course work in fingerprint classification and identification or a closely related field will substitute for the six months of the required work experience.  Possession of a valid Class C driver license. 

Apply by 5:00 p.m., Friday, May 2, 2008.  Apply to: City of Santa Monica Human Resources Dept., 1685 Main Street, P.O. Box 2200, Santa Monica, CA 90407; Tel: (310) 458-8697; Apply online at www.smgov.net/hr 

Posted April 14, 2008 

HARDING SECURITY ASSOCIATES, INC.

Latent Print Examiner

Description:
Perform technical and analytical tasks in the documentation, collection, and processing of latent prints. The work involves a scientific evaluation and comparison in determining the best method of developing, enhancing and preserving latent prints. Compares known and latent prints to determine positive identification or non-identification of the friction ridge detail.

Requirement:

Must be a highly qualified latent print examiner.
Demonstrated ability to effectively match latent prints to known prints.
Demonstrate ability to work well in a team environment.
Provided expert testimony in court and or be IAI certified.
Proficient in processing porous and non-porous items for latent prints.
Experience processing evidence with chemicals in a laboratory setting
Able and willing to deploy overseas for six months up to one year.

Clearance requirement:

    • DOD Secret or able to obtain a secret clearance.

Location:

    • Charlottesville, VA & Overseas as required.

To apply Please visit our web site www.Harding-Security.com  and apply online, reference Job ID # 713.

Posted April 4, 2008

CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR
Salary $4,149 - $5,838 plus benefits

The crime scene investigator identifies, collects, preserves and processes physical evidence at crime scenes, prepares appropriate reports, and testifies in court. The position involves work on a 4/10 flex rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. Crime Scene Investigators are subject to extended shifts when required and subject to call out on a 24 hour basis, 365 days a year.

See www.nbpd.org for full job description and details of how to apply.

Randy Lawton, Recruiting Officer
Newport Beach Police Department
870 Santa Barbara Drive
Newport Beach,CA 92660
949-644-3669

Posted February 18, 2008

FINGERPRINT & EVIDENCE SPECIALIST
The City of Carlsbad Police Department
$62,360 - $75,800 Annually

 Final Filing Date:  March 12, 2008

The Carlsbad Police Department is seeking a Fingerprint and Evidence Specialist to identify, examine, collect, document, preserve and transport evidence at crime scenes; search for latent impressions and other physical evidence; prepare evidence lists and property tags for collected property and evidence. 

Position requires High School degree and 2+ years experience in the classification and identification of latent prints and evidence collection.  Degree in Criminal Administration from an accredited college and Latent Print or Crime Scene Certification through the IAI preferred.  Ability to work extended hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

To be considered, a City of Carlsbad Application must be completed.  Obtain application materials at:  City of Carlsbad, Human Resources Department, 1635 Faraday Ave., Carlsbad, CA  92008;  (760) 602-2440 or apply online at http://www.carlsbadca.gov/hr.

CRIME LABORATORY MANAGER
City of Chula Vista
Annual Salary: $84,564 - $102,792

Job Duties: To plan, direct, organize, and coordinate the operations and activities of the Crime Laboratory and Evidence Control unit; and to perform other related work. Reporting directly to the Administrative Services Captain, the Crime Laboratory Manager manages nine full-time employees and oversees three units: Forensics (crime scene investigation, evidence processing and fingerprint examination), Evidence Control and Crime Laboratory Business Office.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in physical or natural science, forensic science, criminal justice administration or a related field and five years of experience working in a law enforcement crime laboratory performing crime scene investigation, fingerprint identification and evidence control, including two years of supervisory experience. Experience in an ASCLD/LAB laboratory is desirable. A Master's degree in a related field is highly desirable.

To Apply: www.chulavistaca.gov

City of Chula Vista
Human Resources Department
276 Fourth Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
619-691-5096

CITY OF UPLAND
FORENSIC SPECIALIST/FORENSIC TECHNICIAN
(Position will be filled at either level; DOQ)
$2999 - $4034 per month (Technician)
$3733 - $5021 per month (Specialist)
CalPERS retirement program (2.5% @ 55)
Employee pays 3.4% of salary to CalPERS retirement

Under general supervision, performs the full range of complex and technical crime scene investigation duties to include testifying as an expert witness in the presentation of courtroom evidence, latent print identification, and performs other duties as assigned. Technician: H.S. grad or equiv, supplemented by courses/training in crime scene analysis, forensics, digital photography or a closely related field. One yr of responsible technical exp related to law enforcement. Specialist: H.S. grad or equiv, supplemented by courses/training in crime scene analysis, forensics, digital photography or a closely related field. 3 yrs of exp in detection, collection, preservation, photographing, fingerprinting, and identification of evidence associated with crime scenes.

Deadline: 1/24/08

Apply: City of Upland, Human Resources, 460 N. Euclid Ave., Upland, CA 91786.
To download appl. visit website at www.ci.upland.ca.us

Posted January 16, 2008

City of Mesa, AZ
Fingerprint Identification Technician
$37,772.80 - $50,856.00 annually

Job duties:  Classification, searching and comparison of fingerprints, searching and comparing prints, enter ten-prints and demographics into the AFIS, make accurate decisions on fingerprint patterns, take fingerprint impressions, give expert testimony in court.

Qualifications:  High school diploma or GED, one year experience involving fingerprinting or graduation from the FBI Fingerprint Classification School or equivalent school.

Latent Print Examiner
$43,846.40-$59,113.60 annually

Job duties: Identification functions such as crime scene photography, fingerprint classification, crime scene and evidence processing.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific, law enforcement or related field.  Successful completion of  two college science classes.  Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to one year experience in classification, filing and searching inked fingerprints or crime scene processing.

Senior Latent Print Examiner
$53,518.40 - $72,238.40 annually

Job duties:  Performs complex latent print detection and comparisons, crime scene investigations, crime scene photography, and forensic evidence collection of all types.  Chemical testing for the detection of latent prints and comparisons.  Provides expert testimony is court.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific, law enforcement or related field.  Successful completion of two college science classes.  Two years experience in latent print comparisons and laboratory processes to detect latent prints.  Successful completion of a latent print examination.  Two years experience in photography, Successful completion of the FBI Fingerprint Classificaion and Latent Print Fingerprint School or the equivalent.

To Apply:  contact  http://www.cityofmesa.org or contact:        

    City of Mesa Personnel Office
    Mesa City Plaza
    20 E. Main, Suite 250
    Mesa, AZ  85201
    480 644-2365

posted November 17, 2007  

City of El Segundo
Crime Scene Investigator I/II
$4,000 - $5,380 per month

Crime Scene Investigator I:
Under direct supervision, participates and assists in performing technical crime scene investigations and analyses; receiving, inventorying and securing property and physical evidence; and performing routine, non-emergency police support functions.

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or GED supplemented by successful completion of specialized training in fingerprint identification/classification and crime scene photography; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Crime Scene Investigator II: 
Under general supervision, performs technical crime scene investigations and analyses; receives inventories and secures property and physical evidence; and performs routine, non-emergency police support functions.

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or GED supplemented by successful completion of specialized training in fingerprint identification/classification and crime scene photography; and two (2) years experience in crime scene investigation and analysis with a law enforcement agency, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

To Apply:
City prefers Level II candidates apply - skill emphasis in fingerprint analysis is desired.

You may contact Personnel Sgt. Janet Zimmer at (310) 524-2273 or jzimmer@elsegundo.org to request an application and informational job brochure.  This position in further detail is also posted on www.lawenforcementjobs.com or www.elsegundo.org.

Washoe County (Reno, Nevada)
Sheriff's Office
$50,128 - $65,124 annually

JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision performs a variety of technical procedures to obtain, classify, and identify latent fingerprints; compares fingerprints with computerized fingerprint identification systems and manual prints; and performs related work as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field, and three years of full-time experience performing latent print processing and examination; OR any combination of training and experience equivalent to the requirements for certification as a Latent Print Examiner set forth by the International Association for Identification (IAI).
HOW TO APPLY:
Employment applications and additional information can be accessed on-line from the job/current recruitment section of the Washoe County website at http://careers.washoecounty.us and click on title of Latent Fingerprint Examiner. Interested applicants are asked to complete the online employment application

County of Riverside
Fingerprint Examiner I/II

Level I - $3,654.98 - $4,767.29 monthly Level II - $3,849.82 - $5,022.58 monthly

Level I - Incumbents in this class serve as entry level fingerprint examiners analyzing and comparing latent fingerprints for the identification of persons. Incumbents may be promoted to the next higher class of Fingerprint Examiner II upon satisfactory job performance and meeting the minimum qualifications. Incumbents will perform primary skills in known subject comparisons, and digital image comparisons.
Under supervision, perform latent print preparation, tracing and comparison and search and operate a variety of automated fingerprint
identification systems.

Level II - Incumbents in this class serve as journey level Fingerprint Examiners analyzing and comparing latent fingerprints and search and operate a variety of automated fingerprint identification systems. This class differs from Supervising Fingerprint Examiner in that incumbents in the latter class function as working supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

OPTION I

Experience: One year of experience as a fingerprint examiner in a public jurisdiction performing latent print duties at a level comparable to Forensic Technician II or Fingerprint Examiner I with Riverside County.
Education: 32 hours of POST approved training in fingerprint science and/or 40 hours of Basic Fingerprint Techniques or the equivalent.

OPTION II

Experience: Six months of experience as a fingerprint examiner in a public jurisdiction performing latent print duties at a level comparable to Forensic Technician II or Fingerprint Examiner I with Riverside County.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor*s degree which included Latent Print Evidence Collection, Fingerprint comparison, Fingerprint classification course work and/or 120 hours POST Evidence courses.

OPTION III

Education: Possession of a Master*s Degree, which included Latent Print Evidence Collection, Fingerprint comparison, and Fingerprint classification course work.

Applications available at:
http://www.rc-hr.com/resumebuilder/resume_submit.asp

Information can be obtained by contacting Deron Smontherman at phone: (951) 486-3387, e-mail address: dsmother@rc-hr.com 
 

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
FINGERPRINT EXAMINERS
Salary: $2794 - $4775 monthly

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Investigative Laboratory is recruiting for Fingerprint Examiners at the Trainee, I & II levels.
For details and application, please visit our website at: www.sbcounty.gov/hr.

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO
SHERIFF’S FINGERPRINT EXAMINER
$33,238 - $40,394 annually

JOB SUMMARY:
Sheriff's Fingerprint Examiner is the entry and journey level in the two level Fingerprint Examiner class series. Sheriff's Fingerprint Examiners search, retrieve, classify, establish and maintain automated fingerprint records in the Sheriff’s files and shared agency databases.  NOTE: Current vacancies are for temporary employees.

REQUIREMENTS:
Completion of coursework in fingerprint identification from the FBI, Department of Justice, or an accredited college in fingerprint science (interpretation and classification); AND, (1) An A.A. degree or equivalent coursework from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or a closely related field; OR, (2) One year of experience as a Sheriff’s Records & Identification Clerk II in the San Diego County; OR, (3) Two years of experience in a law enforcement or criminal justice agency that included one year of experience performing fingerprint identification, classification by visual inspection and analysis of fingerprints. 

HOW TO APPLY:
Employment applications and additional information can be accessed on-line from the job/current recruitment section of the County of San Diego website at http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
SD SHRM 2005 Workplace Excellence Award Winner

 posted April 11, 2007

City of Los Angeles
Principal Forensic Print Specialist
$83,833 - $104,149/ Annually

The City of Los Angeles Personnel Department is now accepting applications for one Principal Forensic Print Specialist, who will serve as Officer in Charge of the Los Angeles Police Department's Latent Prints Unit. This position is to be filled in the near future. For additional information and on-line application filing, please go to: http://www.lacity.org/per/

 posted March 18, 2007

FORENSIC SPECIALIST
City of Downey, CA
Salary: $4,289 to $5,314/mo. plus City paid 2.7% @ 55 PERS and excellent benefits

Respond to crime scenes to search for evidence such as fingerprints, footprints and other physical and trace evidence; take photographs of crime scenes, traffic collisions, suspects, or evidence; collects and preserve evidence, including chemical processing; identify and compare fingerprints and palm prints; prepare exhibits and testify in court as to fingerprint/palm comparisons; search the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) to identify latent prints.

HS/equivalent, plus knowledge of police identification techniques and procedures; photography; fingerprinting; fingerprint comparisons and crime scene investigation; use of video equipment; and, work with minimum supervision; and, maintain good working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties. A combination of education, training and/or experience that would likely provide the knowledge and ability to perform the duties of the position is qualifying. A valid CA DL and an acceptable driving record. City of Downey, Personnel Office, 11111 Brookshire Ave., Downey, CA 90241-7016. (562) 904-7293. Visit our website at www.downeyca.org.

CRIME SCENE TECHNICIAN
Police - Police Technical Services Division
Mesa, Arizona

SALARY RANGE: (41) $36,670.40 to $49,379.20 Annually
Open Monday, March 26, 2007, until sufficient applications received.

About the Application and Selection Process:
Personnel reserves the right to close this position without prior notification. To obtain an application and supplement, interested applicants may access the City website, call, or visit the City of Mesa Personnel Office.

-Applications and supplements will be reviewed and the most qualified applicants will be placed on a list.
-From this list, applicants may be selected for an interview and/or additional testing.
-All applicants will be notified of their status by mail.
-Final selection will be made by the appropriate Manager/Director.

APPLY: CITY OF MESA PERSONNEL OFFICE MAIL APPLICATIONS TO:
SOUTH CENTER STREET CAMPUS PERSONNEL OFFICE
200 S. CENTER STREET, BUILDING 1 P. O. BOX 1466
MESA, ARIZONA 85210 MESA, AZ 85211-1466
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Website: http://www.cityofmesa.org/jobs JOB HOTLINE (480) 644-2759
OFFICE (480) 644-2365 OR 1-800-662-5053 Toll Free

 posted March 27, 2007

BUENA PARK, CA
FORENSIC SPECIALIST
(This recruitment is to establish an Eligibility List Only)

SALARY: $3,816 - $4,873 per month

FILING DEADLINE: Friday, June 8, 2007 at 5:00 p.m.
(No postmarks or faxes accepted)

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, locates, collects, preserves and processes evidence from crime scenes in order to accurately identify perpetrators; testifies regarding evidentiary procedures at court hearings; and perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or equivalent, preferably supplemented by at least 12 units of college level course work or training in forensic evidence management, fingerprinting and photography and police science. Some prior experience involving police investigative support or community service work.

Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Must be able to work unusual hours including night shifts, extended day hours or weekends.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Current technology and procedures for collecting, interpreting and preserving latent fingerprint evidence; proper methods and procedures for processing imprints, firearm usage, projectiles and trajectory evidence; modern practices and techniques for using video photography and recording equipment.

Ability to: Carefully collect, preserve and interpret evidence; prepare sketches or drawings of crime scenes; remain composed while conducting post mortem examinations and when observing severe accident and violent crime scenes; operate a computer terminal to enter, retrieve and update evidence and lab records; communicate effectively with detectives, court representatives, law enforcement agencies and the general public; accurately testify regarding evidence in court proceedings.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Applications may be obtained from the internet at: www.buenapark.com/8job/jobs.htm. Applicants must file a City application with Human Resources and a by the filing deadline. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position.

All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates with the most relevant qualifications and experience to the position will be invited to participate in the interview process.

Exam Weight: Oral Interview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%

An eligibility list may be established subject to psychological testing, polygraph testing, medical examination, background investigation and second interview.

NO SMOKING CLAUSE

Employees hired after January 1, 1987, as a condition of continued employment, shall refrain from smoking tobacco or any other non-tobacco substance at any time on or off duty. Violations of this condition of employment shall be deemed good cause for dismissal.

 posted May 5, 2007

CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
POLICE DEPARTMENT
FORENSIC SPECIALIST I
(This recruitment is to establish an Eligibility List)

SALARY $2,998 - $3,645 MONTHLY

JOB SUMMARY:
Under supervision, collects, preserves, and identifies fingerprints; operates cameras and photographic developing equipment for identification and crime report purposes; learns to collect and preserve physical evidence and perform latent print examinations/comparisons; prepares evidence and reports for court presentations and testimony; and performs related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and six months experience in identification work to include fingerprinting, photography and evidence handling. Training or education may be substituted for experience on a one-semester unit for one-month basis. A copy of a certificate of completion in a Forensic Science “ROP” Training Program (minimum of 350 hours) may also be an acceptable substitute.

HOW TO APPLY:
Position may not be posted till the beginning of June 2007. However, Employment applications and additional information can be accessed on-line from the job/current recruitment section of the City of San Bernardino website at http://www.sbcity.org or contact:

Ricardo Tomboc 909-384-5701 tomboc_ri@sbcity.org

Robert Goss 909-384-5700 goss_ro@sbcity.org

An Equal Opportunity Employer

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO
SHERIFF’S SENIOR FINGERPRINT EXAMINER
$39,478 - $48,006 annually

JOB SUMMARY:
Sheriff’s Senior Fingerprint Examiner is the second level in the two level Sheriff’s Fingerprint Examiner class series and a first line supervisor. Incumbents process non-routine and special circumstance information requests; perform the most difficult pattern analysis and records update; establish positive identification using point-by-point comparison of minutia within individual fingers or establishes that the subject has no prints on file; establish; enter, update, store, retrieve information and fingerprints from the CAL-ID system; analyze fingerprint patterns, blocking patterns and sets or corrects core and axis on fingerprints using fingerprint reader, fingerprint input monitor, fingerprint image scanner and fingerprint image printer equipment according to established Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) procedures; and perform the most technical fingerprint analysis, classification, and quality assurance work. Incumbents train, supervise and direct the work of subordinate fingerprint examinees.
REQUIREMENTS:
Eighteen months of experience as a Sheriff's Fingerprint Examiner; OR,
Two and a half years of experience at the level of a Sheriff's Fingerprint Examiner in a law enforcement agency performing fingerprint identification, classification by visual inspection and analysis of fingerprints.
ALSO REQUIRED:
An ORIGINAL, unaltered typing certificate (no photocopies) for at least 30 net WPM. For additional requirements, please see full job announcement.
HOW TO APPLY:
Employment applications and additional information can be accessed on-line from the job/current recruitment section of the County of San Diego website at http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov.

For additional information or accommodations, contact Human Resources at (619) 236-2191.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
SD SHRM 2005 Workplace Excellence Award Winner

 posted January 31, 2007

FORENSIC SCIENTIST
CITY OF PHOENIX

The City of Phoenix has openings in the Latent Print Section of the Phoenix Police Department Laboratory Services Bureau. (Latent Print Examiners are classified as Forensic Scientists at the Phoenix Police Department Laboratory Services Bureau).

SALARY $40,061 - $58,822 annualized (Forensic Scientist I)
$43,763 - $65,478 annualized (Forensic Scientist II)
$50,918 - $76,045 annualized (Forensic Scientist III)
$62,254 - $92,851 annualized (Forensic Scientist IV)

EXPERIENCE All require a bachelor's degree in a natural science, criminalistics, or related field. Forensic Scientist II requires completion of the twenty-four month Forensic Scientist I training program (two years of crime laboratory analysis may be substituted for the training program). Forensic Scientist III requires two years of experience at the Forensic Scientist II level performing analyses in a forensic laboratory. Forensic Scientist IV requires two years of experience at the level of a Forensic Scientist III performing advanced laboratory analyses.

APPLY Apply on-line at http://phoenix.gov/jobs/ by Friday, April 6, 2007.

CITY OF ONTARIO, CA.
FORENSIC SPECIALIST
$3,736 - $4,587 per month
Apply by : Friday, March 30, 2007, at 5:00 pm


THE POSITION:
Become a contributing member of Ontario’s progressive Police Department, which is at the forefront in the law enforcement field! This position performs technical work dealing with the identification, collection, and preservation of physical evidence; documents crime scenes through observation, photography, video recording, diagrams and reports; and performs other related work as necessary.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: One year of forensic experience, including fingerprint analysis, evidence collection and processing, and crime scene photography and documentation.

License: Valid California Class C driver’s license and an acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment.

Special Requirement: Ability to work various shifts, weekends and holidays.

HOW TO APPLY:
Employment applications and additional information can be accessed on-line from the City of Ontario website at www.ci.ontario.ca.us.

 posted March 18, 2007

Salary:
    I      $3288-$4013
    II     $4198-$5124
    Sr.  $4755-$5805
    Plus call-back when applicable.

Filing Period
Applications and the required supplemental form will be accepted on a continuous basis until the needs of the department are met. Please apply immediately as this recruitment may close at anytime without notification.

General Duties
Under general supervision, the Forensic Technician I and II perform basic forensic work in criminal investigations by taking photographs at crime scenes; gathering, preserving, and processing physical evidence both at crime scenes and in the field; and performs related duties as required. We are accepting applications to fill a vacancy in Santa Barbara. The current vacancy is in the Sheriff’s Department.

To Apply
File on-line application at: www.sbcountyjobs.com or obtain and file application and supplemental questionnaire at:
    Santa Barbara, 8am-5pm, 1226 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.

posted December 27, 2006

SALARY $83,833 - $104,149/ Annually

DUTIES: A Principal Forensic Print Specialist plans, organizes, and directs the work of Senior Forensic Print Specialists, Forensic Print Specialists, and other personnel engaged in searching for, developing, and lifting latent prints at crime scenes; comparing prints with other prints for identification purposes; acts as the department expert authority on latent print matters; applies sound supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective work force; fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities; and does related work.

REQUIREMENTS:

Two years of full-time paid experience as a Senior Forensic Print Specialist with the City of Los Angeles;
or
Three years of full-time paid experience in a supervisory position, at least at the level of Senior Forensic Print Specialist in a latent fingerprint unit of a law enforcement agency, supervising personnel engaged in developing and comparing latent finger and palm prints and giving expert testimony in a court of law.

A valid California driver's license is required prior to appointment. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if within the past 36 months is convicted of a major moving violation, such as driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and may be disqualified if there are three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents within the past 36 months.

Candidates who lack six months or less of the required experience may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.

WHERE TO APPLY
Applications will ONLY be accepted ONLINE at https://personline.lacity.org/job_app/

NOTES:
You will need to have Internet Explorer version 5.5 or above and Acrobat Reader 6.0 or better.
Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Filing may be closed without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received.

If six or fewer candidates file for this examination, the examination will consist entirely of a review of the candidates' City employment application by Personnel Department staff to ensure that the minimum requirements are met.

For more information visit:
http://personline.lacity.org/job_list/index.cfm?FuseAction=Showspec&CC=2203

posted December 27, 2006

Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office
Fingerprint Examiner II
$4,615-$5,610

The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff has one (1) vacancy for an experienced Fingerprint Examiner. This is a journey level class in the Fingerprint Examiner series. Employees in this class provide guidance and technical assistance to the less experienced examiners, determine the general types of test and examinations to be performed on physical evidence, handle the more difficult and complex examination cases, prepare evidence and exhibits for presentation in court and testify in court as an expert witness.
The eligible list established as a result of this recruitment may remain in effect for one (1) year.

Minimum Qualifications

License required: Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate AND completion at an accredited college or university of one course in each of the following three subject areas: 1) English Composition or Report Writing; 2) Mathematics or Statistics and 3) Biological or Physical Science.

NOTE: To be considered, all applicants must submit either: (a) unofficial copy of college transcripts verifying completion of required course work or (b) a written declaration stating the number of units completed, the institution attended and the titles of courses completed within the three stipulated areas.

Experience: Three years of full-time or its equivalent experience in a public jurisdiction classifying and comparing latent, visible, plastic and partial finger and palm prints, operating latent print and automated 10-prints systems and testifying in court as an expert witness OR two years of experience in the Contra Costa County classification of Fingerprint Examiner I.

Background Requirements: As determined by a thorough background investigation conducted by the Office of the Sheriff, candidates shall not have been convicted of a felony in this state or any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, or of any offense in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, which would have been a felony if committed in this state.

Application and Selection

Application Filing: Applications may be obtained from the Contra Costa County Human Resources Department by calling (925)335-1701 or by logging on to our website at www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/depart/hr. Resumes are encouraged but may not be substituted for an official application form.
Please contact Cindy Hull, Lead Fingerprint Examiner at or Roy Marzioli, Manager of Central Identification Services at (925)335-1600 if you have any questions pertaining to the Fingerprint Examiner II position.

Filing closing date is March 2, 2007.

posted December 19, 2006

STATE OF COLORADO
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

OPEN COMPETITIVE
APPLY BY: December 29, 2006

TITLE: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR I
OPTION: LATENT FINGERPRINT EXAMINER
CLASS: A2A3XX

POSITION: 10129

SALARY RANGE: $4320 – 6140 Monthly

LOCATION: COLORADO BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
LAKEWOOD, COLORADO


DUTIES: This position examines and compares for identification forensic evidence related to latent fingerprints employing physical, microscopic, chemical, photographic and instrumental techniques. Assures proper procedures are applied by researching new techniques and reviewing forensic literature, maintains scientific instrument and photographic equipment, and writes standard operating procedures and training manuals. Completes quality assurance measures required in the Fingerprint Section. Communicates with attorneys, law enforcement officers, co-workers, and citizens in regard to evidence collected, testing employed, and interpretation of results. Testifies in courts of law as a forensic expert witness. Responds to requests for assistance at crime scenes. Evaluates the crime scene, protects, gathers, secures, and transports physical evidence which may be hazardous, complex, perishable, or valuable in nature. Instructs and supervises law enforcement officers regarding the significance of various types of physical evidence and proper evidence collection procedures. Maintains proficiency in firearms use and safety through training and qualification on an approved Colorado Bureau of Investigation tactical combat course.

REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in criminalistics, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, physics, forensic science or a field related to the work assignment plus ONE YEAR of current concentrated effort in processing evidence for latent prints and comparison of latent prints with or without supervision. This experience must be demonstrated and documented in your application. Your work experience must be specific and clearly stated on your application with the amount of time spent on task. Applicants must be willing to pursue IAI latent print examiner certification at the end of training. Applicants must also be willing to pursue training, and eventually certification, in footwear. Applicants with shoe and tire track impression training or experience will be given preference.

There are physical demands of this job that include: vision, hearing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling to mention a few. If you have questions regarding the physical demands, please contact the Human Resource office at 303.239.5777.

HOW TO ACQUIRE AN APPLICATION: STATE OF COLORADO APPLICATIONS FOR ANNOUNCED VACANCY may be obtained from the Colorado Department of Public Safety, Human Resource Services Section, 700 Kipling Street, Lakewood, CO 80215, 303-239-5777, or from the State of Colorado Job Announcement Site: www.gssa.state.co.us or the CDPS HR
website: www.cdpsweb.state.co.us/hr/forms.htm

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit a properly completed STATE OF COLORADO APPLICATION FOR ANNOUNCED VACANCY to the agency listed below no later than 5:00 p.m. of the Apply By Date on this announcement. Failure to submit a properly completed application by the deadline established will result in your application being rejected. Applications received after the deadline (apply by date and time) will not be considered. Send application and resume to:

COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES SECTION
700 KIPLING STREET, SUITE 1300
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215

ATTN: SANDIE SEEGMILLER
PLEASE APPLY ON LINE. FAXES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

ANNOUNCEMENT: PS 06 71
RELEASED: NOVEMBER 29, 2006

posted December 2, 2006

County of Riverside
Fingerprint Technician I/II

Level I - $2,701.43 - $3,5020.92 monthly
Level II - $3,001.65 - $3,915.84 monthly

Level I - entry level of the Fingerprint Technician series. Receive instruction and develop skills and knowledge in basic identification functions. This class is distinguished from Fingerprint Technician II in that the latter performs a variety of fingerprint identification duties and provides guidance and assistance to less experienced technicians.

Level II - Under general supervision, to perform technical work in the comparison of inked and computer image fingerprints; uses basic fingerprint patterns; operates the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and its components; and performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Level I: Knowledge of: CAL-ID and its remote access network; AFIS computer functions; fingerprint pattern, recognition; techniques in tracing and inputting routine latent prints into the AFIS; office equipment; modern record keeping and reporting methods and techniques; the relationship of law enforcement service to the community at large; basic typing or computer skills.

Level II: 32 Hours of P.O.S.T. approved training in fingerprint science and/ or 40 hours of Basic Fingerprint Techniques or the equivalent. One year of experience in a public jurisdiction performing fingerprint identification duties at a level comparable to Fingerprint Technician I with Riverside County.

Open until November 17, 2006

Apply at: http://www.rc-hr.com/resumebuilder/resume_submit.asp

 posted September 29, 2006

CITY OF OCEANSIDE
CRIME ANALYST

$4,003 - $5,106 month

The City offers an excellent benefits package

This is a Grant Funded position. The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for a Crime Analyst vacancy in the Police Department. The Crime Analyst converts raw data into valid criminal intelligence information.

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public/Business Administration, or a related field and two years of full time experience involving formulation analysis and evaluation in the field of criminal behavior or social science, OR sixty semester units and four years of experience as a Crime Analyst.

Application materials and further information may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, City Hall East, 300 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054, (760) 435-3500, or on our website www.ci.oceanside.ca.us

 Deadline: 5:00 p.m., Thursday, September 7, 2006. 

posted August 30, 2006

STATE OF COLORADO
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

OPEN COMPETITIVE
WITH A RESIDENCY WAIVER

TITLE: LATENT FINGERPRINT EXAMINER
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR II

CLASS: A2A3XX
POSITION: 10132
SALARY RANGE: $5248 - $7464 Monthly

LOCATION: COLORADO BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
LAKEWOOD, COLORADO


DUTIES: This position examines and compares for identification forensic evidence related to latent fingerprints employing physical, microscopic, chemical, photographic and instrumental techniques. Assures proper procedures are applied by researching new techniques and reviewing forensic literature, maintains scientific instrument and photographic equipment, and writes standard operating procedures and training manuals. Communicates with attorneys, law enforcement officers, co-workers, and citizens in regard to evidence collected, testing employed, and interpretation of results. Testifies in courts of law as a forensic expert witness. Responds to requests for assistance at crime scenes. Evaluates the crime scene, protects, gathers, secures, and transports physical evidence which may be hazardous, complex, perishable, or valuable in nature. Instructs and supervises law enforcement officers regarding the significance of various types of physical evidence and proper evidence collection procedures. Maintains proficiency in firearms use and safety through training and qualification on an approved Colorado Bureau of Investigation tactical combat course.

REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in criminalistics, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, physics, forensic science or a field related to the work assignment plus TWO YEARS of professional forensic latent print experience at the journeyman level using techniques specifically followed in forensic laboratories. Applicants must be certified latent fingerprint examiners or certifiable within one year from date of hire. Applicants must be willing to pursue certification in footwear and applicants with shoe and tire track impression training or experience will be given preference.

NOTE: If the position is entitled to overtime pay, the applicant must be willing to accept compensatory time in lieu of overtime pay.

SUBSTITUTION: Applicant's work experience in professional latent prints and shoe and tire track impressions which provided the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be willing to be fingerprinted, successfully pass a polygraph and an extensive background investigation. If you have used any illegal drugs in the past three years, been convicted of a felony or domestic violence, you will be disqualified and will not be hired.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit a properly completed STATE OF COLORADO APPLICATION FOR ANNOUNCED VACANCY to the agency listed below no later than 5:00 p.m. of the Apply By Date on this announcement. Failure to submit a properly completed application by the deadline established will result in your application being rejected. Applications received after the deadline (apply by date and time) will not be considered. Send application and resume to:

COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES SECTION
700 KIPLING STREET, SUITE 1300
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215

ATTN: SANDIE SEEGMILLER 303-239-5777

HOW TO ACQUIRE AN APPLICATION: STATE OF COLORADO APPLICATIONS FOR ANNOUNCED VACANCY may be obtained from the Colorado Department of Public Safety, Human Resource Services Section, 700 Kipling Street, Lakewood, CO 80215, 303-239-5777, or from the State of Colorado Job Announcement Site: Http://www.gssa.state.co.us/announce/Job+Announcements.nsf/Web+Pages/WelcomeAppl?OpenDocument  or the CDPS HR website: Http://www.cdpsweb.state.co.us/hr/forms.htm

APPLY BY: 5:00 P.M. AUGUST 15, 2006

posted July 29, 2006

HENDERSON POLICE DEPARTMENT (LAS VEGAS, NEVADA AREA)
CRIME SCENE ANALYST II
SALARY:  $31.87 – $36.49/hour

CLOSING DATE:  Tuesday, July 11, 2006 at 5:00 p.m.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Criminalistics or physical science, AND four years of experience conducting crime scene investigations and performing lab processing/analysis of evidence OR an equivalent combination of closely related training and experience.  NOTE:  This classification requires the candidate to be able to safely handle firearms and attend autopsies.

For further information, contact:

The City of Citrus Heights is “breaking new ground” to provide a more customized and enhanced level of police services at a lower cost.  We invite you to join a first-rate team — a new Police Department with the goal of performing extraordinary customer and community services.  We promise you an exhilarating, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity — both professionally and personally — by joining a start-up Police Department and helping to build a respected, responsive law enforcement legacy.  Our newly configured department is scheduled to begin operations on Monday, June 26.  Come join our team!

 The Position

The new Investigative Services Division has created a structure that includes two Crime Scene/Property Evidence Specialists.  One position recently has been filled and the City is recruiting to fill the second position.  Both positions will perform a variety of non-sworn technical and specialized work in the combined responsibilities of crime scene investigation and property and evidence management.  Crime scene duties will include responding to and processing crime scenes, collecting and preserving evidence, lifting and identifying fingerprints, photographing and videotaping crime scenes and evidence, and assisting investigative staff as directed. 

The City offers first class benefits, including:  100% City-paid CalPERS retirement (2.7% @ 55); 17 days of Annual Leave (to be used for vacation or sick time); 5 days of Long Term Medical Leave; $1,013 monthly city contribution toward health insurance (effective 01/01/06), and if alternative health care coverage is demonstrated, a $500/month cash-out may be added to salary or deferred compensation; and fully paid dental, vision, life, and short-term/long-term disability insurance.  The City does not participate in Social Security, but does participate in State Disability Insurance (SDI).  More detailed information regarding the City’s benefit program is available at www.joinchpd.net.

 Recruitment Incentives:  As a recruitment incentive for the Police Department start-up, individuals hired into Police specialized job classifications will accrue Annual Leave based on their years of service with their most recent public sector, law enforcement employer.  In addition, an award of $1,500 for relocation if the individual lives more than 60 miles away from Citrus Heights and moves to the Sacramento region.

§      License or Certificate: Possession of a current Latent Print Expert Certificate is highly desirable; possession of a Crime Scene Investigation Certificate is highly desirable; possession of a Property Evidence Certificate is highly desirable.  Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License and proof of automobile liability insurance.

 Application Process

§          ON-LINE APPLICATION:  You may apply on-line by visiting www.CalOpps.org to complete the City Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.  A cover letter and resume may be included as part of the on-line Employment Application under the heading “Additional Experience.”  After you electronically submit the Application form using CalOpps, the Supplemental Questionnaire format will appear for you to complete and submit as the remainder of the on-line application process.

§          HARD COPY APPLICATION:  You may obtain a hard copy Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire by visiting www.joinchpd.net and downloading these materials, or you may request these materials by calling the City’s Police Recruitment Hotline at (916) 727-4900.   

§          Primary communication regarding your status relative to this recruitment will be by e-mail; applicants are solely responsible for monitoring their e-mail communication messages and systems.

You may obtain additional information about this recruitment at www.joinchpd.net, calling Human Resources at (916) 727-4900, or e-mail at joinchpd@citrusheights.net.

 ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS – PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

 Closing Deadline: This recruitment closes at 5:00 P.M., Friday, June 30, 2006.  No postmarked, faxed, or e-mailed application materials will be accepted.

The hourly pay range is $22.55 to $27.68 (DOQ)

The City of Tacoma is looking for highly motivated professionals who are results oriented and enjoy working in a challenging and progressive work environment.  Crime Scene Technicians perform specialized, technical work gathering, processing and preserving evidence at crime scenes in support of law enforcement activities.  Examples of work include but are not limited to detecting, collecting, preserving, packaging, and transporting evidence; processing for latent fingerprints; performing forensic photography and producing crime scene diagrams.  Crime Scene Technicians also prepare comprehensive written reports and testify in courts of law.  The Forensic Services Section of the Tacoma Police Department currently operates 24 hours a day, 5 days a week.  Crime Scene Technicians are subject to standby and call-out assignments and work a variety of shifts and days of the week. Position requires lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, walking, standing, sitting, pushing/pulling, balancing, climbing, kneeling, bending, stooping and dragging.  Incumbents will be required to use a respirator and personal protective equipment when working around hazardous chemicals and evidence that may be biohazardous or carcinogenic.  An Associate’s Degree in police science, law enforcement, photography or a related discipline or graduation from high school or equivalent and a minimum of three years of paid, full time, continuous experience conducting crime scene investigations and performing lab processing/analysis of evidence for a law enforcement agency are minimum qualifications.  The hourly pay range is $22.55 to $27.68 (DOQ).  To apply, call (253) 591-5400, visit the City of Tacoma Web site at www.cityoftacoma.org/jobs, or pick up an application at the Tacoma Municipal Building, 747 Market St., Room 1336, Tacoma, WA. 

Applications accepted until Wednesday, June 28, 2006.

CITY OF WESTMINSTER
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Part Time Identification Technician

Final Filing Date: Open until filled

Salary: $12.00 - $17.83/hr. no benefits

Definition
Under the supervision of Forensic Services Technicians, performs field crime scene investigation and laboratory duties including but not limited to: scene and evidence documentation, collection and processing of evidence, preparation of reports and courtroom testimony.

Duties and Responsibilities
Respond to locations to gather, document and process physical evidence with regard to criminal investigations.

Use a variety of photographic and computer equipment to take, develop, print, copy, enlarge, preserve and store, photographic and video images.

Processes and obtains fingerprints, analyzes fingerprint patterns, classifies and files prints, and searches fingerprint databases for matches.

Maintenance of specialized forensic computers, printers and cameras.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of
State and Federal Laws, statutes and court decisions and their implications.
Police organization, policies and procedures.
Criminal investigations and practices.
Techniques dealing with evidence collection, identification and preservation.
The AFIS computerized fingerprint searching systems; relevant computer software.

Ability to
Conduct information gathering interviews.
Ability to work with the public in a professional and business like manner.
Learn and apply basic fingerprint analysis techniques.
Collect, organize and analyze a variety of information.
Observe, assimilate and remember facts and details.
Read and interpret complex technical documents.
Communicate with a variety of people, writing and speaking clearly and concisely in English.
Basic math, including fractions and decimals.
Use and maintain photographic and computer equipment.
Compare and check numbers and letters for discrepancies.
Keyboarding
Use police information network
Respond on a 24-hour, 7 -day a week basis.

Education/Experience
High school graduate. College level courses in Criminalities or related area highly desirable.

License
Possession of a valid California Drivers License, Class C is required.

Successful completion of Police background investigation and pre-hire physical including drug screen is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
Refer to ADA Job Analysis, dated August 2000 for Forensic Services Technician.

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Testing
Those applicants possessing the most desired qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process which may consist of written and oral components. Applicants must pass all testing phases, including a medical examination/drug testing.

A City of Westminster employment application form is required and may be obtained from the Personnel Dept., 8200 Westminster Bl., Westminster CA 92683. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of required City application. Postmarks or faxed applications are not accepted. For further information please call the Personnel Dept., (714) 898-3311 ext. 226 or www.ci.westminster.ca.us

The provisions of this bulletin and the application form do not constitute an implied contract; these provisions may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Westminster does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age or handicapped status in employment or the provision of services. Equal Opportunity Employer.

LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT
Las Vegas, Nevada

Latent Print Examiner I or II

For complete information go to www.lvmpd.com

Closing Date
    Open until a sufficient number of qualified individuals have submitted application packages.

Starting Salary
    Latent Print Examiner I - $53,577
    Latent Print Examiner II - $59,139 to $71,949

Distinguishing Characteristics

Latent Print Examiner I: This is the entry level class in the Latent Print Examiner series. This class is distinguished from the Latent Print Examiner II by the performance of the full range of duties with occasional instructions or assistance, as new or unusual situations arise. However, employees are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Latent Print Examiner II: This is the full journey level class in the Latent Print Examiner series. This class is distinguished from the LPE I class by the level of proficiency required in comparing prints and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including training lower level employees, and may provide technical supervision to LPE I’s. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by progression from the I level, or when filled from outside, have the requisite experience, training and certification requirements. If hired at the I level, employees are expected to progress to the II level upon successful completion of probation and an additional one year training period.


Minimum Qualifications

Latent Print Examiner I:
Experience: Three years of supervised full time experience as a Latent Print Examiner.

Training/Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, forensic science, physical science, or a related field, including
specialized training in fingerprint examination.

License/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license and possession of, or ability to obtain, the International Association for Identification (IAI) Certification.

Other: The LVMPD is required to operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and any employee may
be required to work any hours, days or shift, including holidays and weekends. This is a
condition of employment without exception.

U.S. Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen or have U.S. permanent residency at time of application.

Latent Print Examiner II:
Experience: Five years of supervised full time experience as a Latent Print Examiner or successful
completion of training period as a Latent Print Examiner I with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

Training/Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, forensic science, physical science, or a related field, including
specialized training in fingerprint examination.

License/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license and possession of, or ability to obtain, the International Association for Identification (IAI) Certification.

Other: The LVMPD is required to operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and any employee may
be required to work any hours, days or shift, including holidays and weekends. This is a
condition of employment without exception.

U.S. Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen or have U.S. permanent residency at time of application.

To Apply
Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and wishing to apply may apply Online by visiting www.lvmpd.com/ or may obtain an LVMPD Employment Application and Supplemental Application from the LVMPD Personnel Bureau, 101 Convention Center Drive, Suite P-200, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. LVMPD Employment Applications and Supplemental Applications will be mailed to out-of-state applicants by calling (702) 229-3497.

posted April 5, 2006

FORENSIC SERVICES AND PROPERTY MANAGER
City of Escondido
Salary Band:  $5,442 - $7,346 per month
(An Unclassified, At-Will Position)

If you want to join a hard-working team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido.  We have an opening for the position of Forensic Services and Property Manager in our Police Department.

Key responsibilities include:

·          Preparing and administering Forensic Services and Property Division budget;

·          Developing and maintaining a quality assurance program and laboratory safety procedures;

·          Performing technical and administrative review of case reports;

·          Supervising the strict control of all incoming evidence and property acquired by the police department, and performing regular auditing of records, money, weapons, narcotics, and other associated procedures.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

·          Have the ability to effectively process and supervise major crime scenes;

·          Have knowledge of State and federal statutes and case law covering contraband, drugs, and the use of physical evidence in court, the rules of criminal procedures concerning time limits, discovery, evidence, and expert witnesses;

·          Have knowledge of supervisory principles and techniques;

·          Have the ability to effectively coordinate laboratory activities with other department sections, law enforcement agencies, medical and legal professions.

Minimum requirements:

·          A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminalistics, chemistry, microbiology, biological sciences, criminal justice, public or business administration, or a closely related field;

·          Seven years experience in crime scene processing including two years of responsible experience in a law enforcement agency managing or supervising subordinate staff in a crime laboratory, crime scene unit or property room;

·          Working knowledge of latent fingerprint comparison is highly desirable;

·          Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license (a copy of applicant’s driving record, obtainable at the DMV at the applicant’s expense, must be submitted at time of hire).

NOTE:  For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City’s web site.  The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace.  A medical examination, along with a DRUG SCREEN will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment.  Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.

Salary Band:  $5,442 - $7,346 per month, plus an outstanding management benefits package.  Benefits may vary by bargaining unit or group, but all regular employees receive the following generous benefit package:

·          Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and retirement.

·          A comprehensive health, life, and dental insurance package.

·          Bilingual employees receive extra pay.

·          Flexible 9/80 work schedule.

·          Flexible benefit spending package.

·          Employer paid 401K contribution.

FULLY COMPLETED CITY APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIRED
Human Resources Department
201 North Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025
Telephone (760) 839-4643
www.ci.escondido.ca.us
Final Filing Deadline:  Open Until Filled.
FAXED Applications and Postmarks Will Not Be Accepted

Job Announcement – MGT                                                                                                                                                                      January 9, 2006

Forensic Technician, Sr.  -   Santa Barbara County Sheriff Department
Salary Range:  $44,990-$54,912/yr.         
Position open until filled.

THE POSITION
The Senior Forensic Technician performs complex technical criminal investigation work by examining, preparing, and determining the usability of latent fingerprints and by taking photographs and gathering and preserving evidence at crime and accident scenes.

BENEFITS
-    $5239/year benefit allowance.

-    Twelve days vacation per year with increases up to 25 days depending upon length of employment; credit for previous public agency service towards        accrual rate; eleven holidays per year and twelve days sick leave per year with unlimited accumulation.

-    Flexible Spending Plan:  pre-tax health, life and accident insurance premiums, and health care and dependent care spending accounts.

-    Choice of medical & dental plans (with vision care) - County contributes toward the employee’s premium.

-    County pays up to $650 per year toward employee’s retirement contribution. To 2.0% at age 57 fixed benefit retirement plan.

-    Long-term disability insurance; $20,000 term life insurance. 

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors has adopted state legislation that allows active members of the Santa Barbara County Employee Retirement System with at least five years of system service credit to purchase up to five years of additional retirement credit.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Any combination of experience and training that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:   

Experience:

Three years of increasingly responsible experience performing fingerprint identification duties in a law enforcement agency preferably including experience using CAL ID, the statewide automated fingerprint system, or two years of photographic experience and/or education supplemented by one year of technical level forensic experience or training, or one year of experience performing duties equivalent to the classification of Forensic Technician II with Santa Barbara County.

Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License.  Complete color perception.

Knowledge of:  photographic and identification techniques used in law enforcement; fingerprint identification, classification, and analysis; computer use and techniques.

Ability to:  classify fingerprints accurately; analyze and accurately trace latent fingerprints; take clear and accurate photographs, using a variety of equipment; testify effectively in court; work with minimum supervision; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with law enforcement agencies; understand, interpret and apply laws, statutes and policies.

SELECTION PROCESS

Resumes and letters of application will be reviewed to determine those candidates who meet the employment standards. Applicants who meet the employment standards will be referred to the department for additional performance assessment and personal fitness screening.  All applicants who are successful in the performance assessment and personal fitness screening will receive a score of 70 and will be placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months.

Appointee must pass a criminal background check, including a polygraph exam, a post-offer medical evaluation or examination, and submit written documentation of his/her legal right to work in the United States.  The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.

 EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

1.        Examines and prepares latent fingerprints by photographing and tracing usable latent fingerprints obtained from crime scenes; determines if latent fingerprints are usable for entry into the automated fingerprint system; enters, edits, and retrieves tracings from a graphic-based computer program; secures access to automated identification system; ensures compliance with state requirements regarding maintaining fingerprint files; responds to requests of participating network agencies regarding fingerprint identifications.

2.        Participates in the recovery of physical evidence from crime scenes; photographs crime and accident scenes; photographs and fingerprints prisoners and other individuals for identification purposes.

3.        Prepares court exhibits and appears in court to offer expert testimony on matters relating to fingerprint identifications and comparisons.

4.        Provides staff services to participating network agencies by conducting research, presenting recommendations and implementing system policies; confers with network users regarding CAL ID procedures; trains sworn and non-sworn staff from various agencies in the collection and preservation of fingerprint evidence and in the operation of a digital fingerprint imaging computer system; coordinates the work of staff that involves analyzing inked and latent fingerprints.

 HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to provide their e-mail address on their application to enable the Human Resources Department to communicate more quickly via e-mail regarding the status of their application and the recruitment process.  The County of Santa Barbara will not release any applicant’s e-mail address to a third party.

 To apply, please send your current resume and letter of application to ncert@cox.net.  Your letter of application and resume are most effective if together they clearly describe how you are qualified and have demonstrated through education, training and experience that you have the skill, knowledge and ability needed to perform the work in the examples of duties listed.  For additional information you may call Anita Johnson, Executive Director, NCERT Executive Search Services at 949-495-0045.

 The County of Santa Barbara is an equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.  Requests for accommodation from disabled applicants will be considered.  Women, members of minority groups, persons with disabilities and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply.

Orange County Sheriff-Coroner
Lead Forensic Specialist
$23.03 - $31.00 hourly
$1,842.40 - $2,480.00 biweekly
$3,991.87 - $5,373.33 monthly
$47,902.40 - $64,480.00 annually

Open until filled- APPLY IMMEDIATELY

Incumbents exercise independent judgment and initiative in the processing of complex crime scenes for evidence; performing laboratory analyses such as the comparison and development of fingerprints; may be assigned to either crime scene investigations or latent print specialist duties.

For job classification information and to apply, go to http://www.ocgov.com/hr/classification/leadforensicspecialist.asp  
Specific information pertaining to this recruitment can be obtained by contacting Nereida Gutierrez (714) 647-6118.

posted February 8, 2006

The Tacoma Police Department is recruiting for a Latent Fingerprint Examiner to perform technical work in locating, developing, preserving, comparing and identifying latent fingerprints discovered during criminal investigations and testifying to their results in a court of law. Duties include developing, recovering, transporting, analyzing, evaluating and comparing recorded fingerprints, latent fingerprints and evidence collected at crime scenes; preparing testimony and testifying in courts of law; processing, identifying, recording and storing crime scene property and evidence used for identification. Position requires lifting objects weighting up to 50 pounds, walking, standing, sitting, pushing/pulling, balancing, climbing, kneeling, bending, stooping and dragging.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

a.. Bachelor’s degree with a major in forensic science, criminalistics, physical, or natural science
b.. Two years’ experience in latent fingerprint examinations and processing of evidence
Or

a.. Associate’s degree with a major in forensic science, criminalistics, physical, or natural science
b.. Three years’ experience in latent fingerprint examinations and processing of evidence

Application deadline: Open until filled

Application materials are available online at www.cityoftacoma.org/jobs  or by calling the City of Tacoma Human Resources Department at (253) 591-5400.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Thanks!

Bob Paz
Human Resources Analyst
(253) 502-8855
bpaz@cityoftacoma.org

posted February 6, 2006

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: 7:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M., FEBRUARY 24, 2006 THROUGH MARCH 24, 2006.

FILING DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., MARCH 24, 2006. APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT ON OR BEFORE THE FILING DEADLINE. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THAT DATE AND TIME. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Under general supervision, obtains latent prints; photographs, collects and preserves evidence at crime scenes; processes and compares prints using various chemical methodologies; participates in crime scene investigations to recognize, collect and preserve evidence including taking photographs, lifting latent prints, casting impressions, collecting body fluids and body parts, vacuuming for hairs and fibers, and uses laser applications for detecting fingerprints and body fluid evidence; compares latent prints to inked or digitally captured prints; prepares, enters and compares latent fingerprints in the Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS); prepares detailed reports of crime scene investigations, comparison results and other activities; testifies as an expert in court on fingerprint comparisons, collection of evidence and processing of crime scenes; prepares court exemplars; maintains unit files and keeps records; takes fingerprints and palm prints of suspects, victims, and witnesses using printer’s ink or computerized optical digital technology; takes aerial photographs of crime scenes; consults with and/or assists criminalists, photographers, police officers, attorneys, and officers of the court; makes recommendations concerning equipment, policy, procedures, and budget; may train personnel in collection and preservation of evidence; communicates with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, and identification units; may attend community meetings as a speaker; operates a City vehicle; and performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:
One year of full-time, paid experience in crime scene investigation including identification techniques, examining latent fingerprints, fingerprinting and photography of crime scenes with a law enforcement or similar agency; OR graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree* and an internship of a minimum of 120 hours in forensic science**; OR four years paid experience as a Fingerprint Classifier.
**Applications will not be processed until all required proofs are received. Any required proofs, such as certificates, diplomas, licenses, or transcripts, must be received in the Civil Service Department by March 29, 2006.

Knowledge of analytical and evaluative techniques for detecting evidence and interpreting significance; ability and willingness to operate a personal computer or computer terminal; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work day/afternoon/night/split shifts, weekends, overtime, and holidays; work approximately one week per month "on call" during off-duty hours; and provide expert testimony in court on an "as needed" basis. The collection of evidence may require the individual to climb, stoop or crawl at the crime scene.
Proof of a valid motor vehicle operator's license at time of appointment. (A current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection interview.)

After a conditional offer of employment, all prospective employees must satisfactorily pass a thorough background investigation and pre-employment medical examination, which includes drug screening.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional coursework in latent print comparison, photography, and crime scene collection and preservation of evidence. A Latent Print Comparison Certification issued by the International Association of Identification (IAI)**.

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application .Qualifying
Occupational Written Examination 100%
(Candidates must bring personal magnifying glass for written exam.)
A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on an analysis of test results. THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 10, 2006. IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION BY APRIL 7,2006, CONTACT THE CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT (562) 570-6202.
This information is available in alternative format by request to (562) 570-6202.
J.O.B. 28-06 F16AN-06 CB 02/22/06

www.longbeach.gov/civilservice

posted February 6, 2006

WHERE TO APPLY: City employment application must be submitted to, and received by, the Human Resources Department, no later than Tuesday, February 14, 2006, at 5:00 pm., to be considered for this recruitment.  EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION MUST BE ACCESSED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE www.cityofhenderson.com/hr AND SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY FOLLOWING THE ON-LINE LINKS.  WHEN APPLYING ON-LINE, YOU MUST COMPLETE THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS RECRUITMENT.  Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of employment application. Decisions on an applicant’s qualification for the above position will be made solely on the materials submitted at the time of application.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
Ability to see well enough to search, document, collect and preserve evidence; Physical strength to change a tire, and to transport and use equipment such as shovels, rakes, tents, generators, audio/video recorders and ladders weighing up to 40 lbs; manual and finger strength and dexterity sufficient to operate instruments and equipment such as fingerprint testing kits, glue gun, electro-static dust print lifter (ESDPL), audio and video recorders, cellular phone, cameras, police/portable radio, computers and related equipment; Ability to stand for long periods of time in adverse conditions; Ability to hear beeping alarm on equipment (i.e. photo equipment, metal detector), telephone and face to face conversations; Ability to speak clearly to serve as expert witness in Court and to communicate on a 2-way radio; and sense of smell to detect chemical odors. LA-10/19/05

SUBMITTAL AND SELECTION PROCESSES

APPLICATION PROCESS: The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive process includes:
 APPLICATION SUBMISSION: Submit a completed Monterey County Application and Supplemental Questions to the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, 1414 Natividad Road, Salinas, CA 93906. Application materials may be obtained from our web site at www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel or www.co.monterey.ca.us/sheriff, in person, or by contacting Human Resources at (831)755-3744 or 759-7298.
 QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL: Completed application materials will be evaluated to determine those applicants best meeting the department’s needs. Those applicants who are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the process. To further assess applicant’s possession of required qualifications, this examination may also include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam and/or written examination.
 ELIGIBLE LIST: Applicants successful in the process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interviews. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.
 

Posted 11-15-06

The City of Fairfield is a progressive, diverse and growing city located midway between San Francisco and Sacramento. The City gives high priority to parks, recreational and cultural activities, and is within easy driving distance to attractions in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Lake Tahoe. Fairfield is also in close proximity to the wine country of Napa and Sonoma counties.

City of Fairfield is seeking a POLICE ID TECHNICIAN to perform a variety of responsible and technical law enforcement work that does not require peace officer powers, including latent fingerprint comparisons, crime scene photography and video taping, sketching, and measuring; physical evidence recognition, collection and preservation; bad check investigations and tracking of habitual criminal offenders.

For the complete job announcement, supplemental questionnaire, and ONLINE employment application, please go to: http://www.calopps.org/ViewAgencyJob.cfm?ID=917  or go to the Job Opportunities section of the City of Fairfield website, www.ci.fairfield.ca.us. Or call (707) 428-7396 to request an application package.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Education equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade is required.
Experience: Eighteen (18) months of experience in general law enforcement duties, photography, evidence collection and preservation, bad check investigation, property management, or latent print identification.
Other Requirements: Possession of (or ability to obtain) a Valid Class C California State Driver's License. Successful completion of a thorough background investigation prior to employment. Must be able to maintain the same level of security as when first hired; failure to do so is grounds for dismissal. Response to the supplemental questionnaire is required.

This technical non-sworn position performs a wide variety of duties which include responds to crime scenes to search for evidence such as fingerprints, footprints, and other physical and trace evidence.  Takes photographs of crime scenes, traffic collisions, suspects, or evidence.  Collects and preserves evidence.  Takes physical measurements and diagrams for criminal and non-criminal cases.  Identifies and compares fingerprints and palm prints.  Prepares exhibits and testifies in court as to fingerprint/palm comparisons and evidence collection.  Uses a video camera and equipment when necessary at crime scenes and for miscellaneous public relations and training purposes.  Searches the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) to identify latent prints.  Twelve months experience as an Forensic Specialist or knowledge of identification techniques and procedures with twelve months experience in latent print comparison or 10 finger inputting into the AFIS system or fingerprint classification or completion of a recognized forensic identification program affiliated with a two or four year college curriculum.  Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned. APPLY: City of Downey, Personnel Office, 11111 Brookshire Ave., P.O. Box 7016, Downey, CA 90241-7016.  (562) 904-7293.  Visit our website at www.downeyca.org. 

FINAL FILING DATE: September 16, 2005.

Posted on SCAFO website 8-20-05

City of Coral Springs, Florida
Police Department
Email policeemployment@coralsprings.org 

POSITION:  PART TIME CRIME SCENE TECHNICIAN

Police Department   

JOB STATUS: Part-Time - Temporary

PAY RATE: $13.00 Per Hour

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct in-house crime scene and evidence processing, photograph crime scenes, prepare diagrams and reports for examination and investigations. Provide administrative support to the Unit as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current enrollment in a Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement related College program at the Junior or Senior level. Familiarity with criminal identification, investigations, photography, and with AFIS computer fingerprint software preferred.

Work schedule:  Up to 25 hour per week with some flexibility in accordance with the operational requirements of the department. 

JOB AVAILABILITY: After scheduled interviews.

Police Specialist VI (Field Identification Specialist)
City of Pasadena/Pasadena Police Department
$21.60 - $26.03/HR City pays 7% employee retirement contribution
Fingerprint expert differential of 8%

Open until filled- APPLY IMMEDIATELY

Under general supervision, performs highly skilled and complex professional duties in the collection and processing of forensic materials.

Highly desirable qualifications include one year professional experience in crime scene investigation and a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with a specialization in criminalistics, police science, forensic science or a closely related field.

Job information and application materials available at www.cityofpasadena.net

Open until filled- APPLY IMMEDIATELY

Under general supervision, performs routine crime scene and laboratory examinations.

Desirable Qualifications: Successful completion of a Field Evidence Technician Class, Fingerprint Class, Crime Scene Investigation/Photography class or other related Forensic Specialist related courses taught by Forensic Science and Police Science professionals.

Minimum Qualifications: Education/Experience: Six months as a Forensic Specialist Trainee with the County of Orange OR, one year employment in crime scene investigation, fingerprint analysis, or a police or commercial photography lab OR, an AA degree in police science or Administration of Justice including at least eight units of photography OR, degree or certificate in photography with training in the use of the camera and darkroom techniques OR BA/BS degree in police science, forensic science, photography, chemistry, biochemistry or a closely related scientific field involving chemical analysis OR some combination of the above training and experience totaling one year.

Posted 7-2-05

RECRUITMENT/POSITION INFORMATION
This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill County of Orange vacancies in this class until the next recruitment.

Applicant may apply for both Fingerprint Technician I and Fingerprint Technician II if Minimum Qualifications for each position are met.

Monthly Salary Range for Fingerprint Technician I:
$13.62 - $18.11 (hourly)
$2,360.80 - $3,139.07 (monthly)

Monthly Salary Range for Fingerprint Technician II:
$14.60 - $19.59 (hourly)
$2,531.00 - $3,396.00 (monthly)

International Resources Group
is seeking a long-term, immediate placement of a Senior Forensic Advisory to Pakistan.

Description: IRG is currently seeking a highly qualified Senior Forensic Advisor (SFA) to Pakistan in support the International Criminal Investigative Training Assistance Program (ICITAP) within the Criminal Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. The SFA for Pakistan is required to deploy to Pakistan for a minimum of one year, with an additional one year extension possible. SFAs provide advice and technical assistance to forensic and law enforcement professionals in order to enhance the host country's forensic capabilities. SFA's responsibilities include, but are not limited to: evaluating the training and equipment needs of the host country's forensic laboratory; assisting in the design and implementation of training programs; assisting in the development of laboratory policy and procedure manuals, quality assurance procedures, and safety and security guidelines; coordinating equipment donations; recommending laboratory changes and improvements; developing specifications for forensic equipment: and providing advice and technical assistance to the laboratory staff.

Qualifications: Qualified individuals will have an extensive background in forensic science, with knowledge of a broad range of basic and advanced forensic science applications and techniques including forensic disciplines such as legal medicine and forensic anthropology. The successful candidate must posses an M.D., Ph.D., DDS, or similar terminal degree, in the forensic sciences. Applicants must have a strong foundation in forensic laboratory management practices and must be willing and able to work closely with laboratory managers abroad to enhance their management skills, laboratory polices and procedures, and so forth. SFA candidates must be well-acquainted with internationally accepted forensic laboratory accreditation requirements and will ideally have management experience in an ASCLD/LAB and/or ISO 9000 accredited institution. Applicants must have flexible schedules and must be willing and able to work outside the United States in a culturally and ethnically diverse environment. Language skills are preferred, but not required; however, qualified applicants must be able to work in a non-English-speaking environment using language assistants. Prior international experience, particularly in developing countries, is desirable, though not required.

To Submit Your Qualifications: Please send resume or C.V. to John.Crews@L-3com.com, (301) 306-1822.

International Resources Group (IRG) is an international professional services firm that helps governments, the private sector, communities, and households manage critical resources to build a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous world. Since 1978, IRG has completed over 650 contracts in 134 countries, delivering high-quality, cost-effective services that promote positive economic growth, institutional and social change, and intelligent use of resources: human, physical, environmental, and financial.

Posted on SCAFO website 4-22-05.

FORENSIC ANALYST
City of Eugene Police Department
$23.10-$29.46/hr

This position responds to crime scenes and autopsies to identify, document and preserve criminal evidence; performs in lab testing and digital imaging enhancement for analysis of physical evidence; provides expert testimony in court on methods and results of analysis. Performs serial number restoration procedures; develops, evaluates, and compares latent fingerprints. Oversees the maintenance of and prepares fingerprint samples for entry and searching by the Automated Fingerprint Identification System. Requires a BS degree in criminology, forensic or natural science, or related field, and at least one year of experience in an analytical or forensic laboratory performing chemical and/or related physical analysis, photography or other scientific investigative work. Requires satisfactory completion of F.B.I. basic and advanced fingerprint courses or an equivalent certification and a valid Oregon driver's license. Must obtain State of Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training instructor certification within one year after completion of the twelve month probationary period. Must be able to pass a Police background investigation.

CLOSING DATE: May 6, 2005.

Obtain application materials at www.ci.eugene.or.us , from Human Resource and Risk Services, 777 Pearl Street, Room 101, Eugene OR 97401, by calling (541) 682-5061 or by e-mailing at application.requests@ci.eugene.or.us)


The City of Eugene values diversity in its work force and is committed to affirmative action.

Performs technical fingerprint, photographic, video and computer graphic tasks related to criminal investigation; seeks, collects, records, and preserves physical evidence and identifies fingerprints associated with the investigation and prosecution of criminal cases. Requires: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Four years of recent, paid work experience performing fingerprint identification, related photographic work and processing crime scenes for physical evidence. An Associate’s degree in criminal justice or forensic science or 30 semester units of college level course work in fingerprint classification and identification or a closely related field will substitute for two years of the required work experience. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science or a closely related field will substitute for the four years of required work experience.

Apply by: 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 25, 2005.

Apply at: City of Santa Monica Human Resources Dept., 1685 Main St., P.O. Box 2200, Santa Monica, CA 90407.
Phone: (310) 458-8697 or visit www.santa-monica.org/hr.

City of Coral Springs
Human Resources Department
9551 W. Sample Road
Coral Springs, FL 33065
(954)344-1150 or
E-mail policeemployment@coralsprings.org

JOB TITLE: CRIME SCENE TECHNICIAN
Police Department
JOB STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt
SALARY RANGE: Mid $30’s, commensurate with qualifications

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conduct crime scene and evidence processing
• Photograph crime scenes
• Prepare diagrams and reports for examination and investigations
• Provide testimony in court.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Requires two-year college degree paired with a minimum of two years experience within the crime scene investigation field OR significant coursework in the crime scene investigation field paired with a minimum of two years experience working within the crime scene investigation field. Familiar with criminal identification, investigations, photography, and with AFIS computer fingerprint software.

Work Schedule: 40-hour work week with some flexibility in accordance with the operational requirements of the department.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION FILING: Wednesday – March 16, 2005

POSITION AVAILABLE: After scheduled interviews and successful completion of pre-employment process.

To apply please visit www.coralsprings.org. Click on City Services and then Employment. Select the Crime Scene Tech posting to link to the online application.

03/02/05ah
________________________________________________________________________________________
Notice is hereby given to eligible veterans and spouses of totally and permanently disabled veterans or spouses of Missing In Action persons that preference in employment, if claimed by applicants, will be given. All applicants, including employees who are being considered for promotional and transfer positions, are required to undergo drug testing. Failure to undergo or pass a drug test in accordance with the minimum standards as detailed in Section 440.101, Florida Statute, will eliminate your application from further consideration for any position. If you become employed, you may be required to submit to drug testing, including reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing. Your refusal to take a requested drug test or failure to pass will result in termination of employment. The City of Coral Springs offers a smoke and drug-free environment.

Posted on SCAFO website 3/7/05

BAE Systems IT
Contractor for Department of Homeland Security
Position Vacancies: Senior Latent Print Examiner

Site: San Diego WIN/AFIS Fingerprint Center, Chula Vista, Ca

Position Description: Senior Latent Print Examiner. The examiner will have previous International Association for Identification (IAI) or FBI certification with a minimum of 5 years of fingerprint identification experience, 2 years of which must be in the latent fingerprint field. The examiner will have a thorough knowledge of the effects of scarring, varying pressure, binary facsimile copies, and other factors that affect fingerprint quality. The examiner must be able to consistently perform very difficult, complex fingerprint verifications and will provide assistance, guidance, and mentoring to less-experienced examiners. If required, the examiner provides courtroom testimony as an expert witness in fingerprint identification. As required, the examiner will prepare written reports concerning fingerprint verification activities. Provides technical leadership for a group of employees, or leads a moderately large complex function. Manages daily operation of the project(s) or task(s) to ensure schedules are met and deliverables meet quality standards.

Work schedule: The hour of operations are 7/24 including holidays and shift work.

Closing date: until filled

Full time and part time positions available

Resume may be submitted by fax to 619-662-7017 or mailed to
WIN/AFIS Fingerprint Center BLDG 6
2411 Boswell Rd.
Chula Vista, Ca 91914

Contact point: Jamie Craig 619-662-7001

Posted on SCAFO website 2/20/05