Forensic Latent Fingerprint Analyst

City of Santa Monica; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Santa Monica seeks a qualified Forensic Specialist/Latent Fingerprint Examiner to support criminal investigations. The role involves AFIS submissions, latent fingerprint analysis, and collaboration with law enforcement agencies to identify suspects.

The candidate will testify in court as an expert witness, prepare exhibits, and manage digital photography and crime scene documentation using specialized software. A state-certified fingerprint examiner designation is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Two years of paid work experience as a Forensic Specialist, Identification Specialist or Contract Latent Fingerprint Examiner.
• Previous recent law enforcement experience is required.
• Certification from the International Association for Identification as a Latent Fingerprint Examiner is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs latent fingerprint submission and recovery of computer imaging tasks relating to criminal investigation and prosecution.
• Facilitates submission and analysis of latent fingerprints into DOJ/AFIS and LA County systems.
• Produces and stores digital photography and AFIS charts.
• Testifies in court as an expert witness on AFIS submission and latent fingerprint evidence.
• Coordinates with other agencies for fingerprint identification and use of AFIS/NGI systems.
• Prepares court exhibits and detailed reports of AFIS submissions.
• Performs crime scene sketching and laboratory analysis of physical evidence.

Skills

Crime scene evidence processing

Friction Ridge Analysis

Automated Fingerprint Identification

Personal computer software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years forensic fingerprint experience

Tools

AFIS systems

CAL-ID AFIS

IAFIS system

Job description

City of Santa Monica seeks a qualified Forensic Specialist/Latent Fingerprint Examiner to support criminal investigations. The role involves AFIS submissions, latent fingerprint analysis, and collaboration with law enforcement agencies to identify suspects.

The candidate will testify in court as an expert witness, prepare exhibits, and manage digital photography and crime scene documentation using specialized software. A state-certified fingerprint examiner designation is highly desirable.