Fingerprint Analyst I

Broward County Sheriff's Office; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Fingerprint Analyst in the Biometric Identification Unit located at the Main Jail. The role focuses on processing and recording fingerprints, maintaining data accuracy, and supporting law enforcement inquiries.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a natural or physical science or related field and experience with fingerprint analysis or classification. The position requires a Florida driver’s license and adherence to BIU SOPs, with a shift

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in natural or physical sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
• Experience and/or training in fingerprint analysis and classification preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience considered with documentation on the application.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing, classification, verification, recording and search of fingerprint data and related records.
• Enter ten prints, perform quality control and search verification on ABIS.
• Under supervision, generate reports and respond to inquiries related to fingerprint data.
• Attend depositions, trials, or other court functions as required.

Skills

Fingerprint analysis

Data entry

Quality control

Search verification

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural/physical sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics

Tools

ABIS (Automated Biometric Identification System)

NCIC/FCIC certification

Job description

A new vacancy now exists in the Biometric Identification Unit.

This position is located in the Main Jail.

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in the natural or physical sciences, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics
2. Experience and/or training involving fingerprint analysis and classification preferred.
3. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented on the application for consideration.
4. Possession and maintenance of a valid Florida driver's license throughout employment without restrictions that may affect job performance.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The following courses/certifications are required within one (1) year of the date of hire and must be maintained throughout employment with the Biometric Identification Unit: Successful completion of all modules included in the BIU Training Manual.

• Successful completion of a Federal Bureau of Investigations Basic Fingerprint Pattern Interpretation Course (40 hours) or equivalent.
• Successful completion of FCIC/NCIC Certification.
• Successful completion of annual proficiency test in the friction ridge discipline offered by an external provider.

The work shift for this position is Alpha shift. (Alpha shift is 10:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.)

Under administrative direction, the purpose of the position is to assist in the processing and recording of fingerprints and related data. As an ANAB accredited unit, position adheres to accreditation standards by the American National Standards Institute National Accreditation Board (ANAB). Position follows Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) best practices for the friction ridge discipline. Position complies with Biometric Identification Unit (BIU) Standard Operating Procedures Manual, Quality Assurance Manual, BIU Training Manual, and governmental mandates. Employees in this classification function in an entry level status performing casework under the close supervision of the Fingerprint Analyst Supervisor. Position is responsible for processing, classification, verification, recording and search of fingerprint information and related data. Performs related work as directed.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Assists in the classification, filing, and recording of fingerprints and related data pursuant to departmental and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) fingerprint classification procedures.

Enters ten prints, performs quality control and search verification on the Automated Biometric Identification System.

Under general supervision, processes, inputs, searches, updates, files and compares fingerprint data and related records, legal documents and reports.

Assists with law enforcement and departmental agency inquiries concerning fingerprint data, findings and identification.

Under general supervision, generates and develops reports and/or records as related to unit functions.

May attend depositions, trials, or other court functions as required.

Performs related duties as directed.

Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors.

Broward Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.