Forensic Latent Print Examiner I

The County of Santa Clara; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Santa Clara Sheriff’s Office invites applicants for a Criminalist I position in the Sheriff’s Identification Unit. The role focuses on friction ridge examinations to support criminal investigations and legal proceedings.

Under close supervision, you will perform analyses, prepare technical reports, and provide testimony in court. A Bachelor's degree in a natural or applied science is required, along with successful background clearance and eligibility for County credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a natural or applied science or related field.
• Minimum qualifications defined by the Laboratory's accrediting body and FBI QA Standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform friction ridge analyses and comparison of latent and tenprint impressions.
• Prepare and present written case reports and provide expert testimony when required.
• Assist investigations by documenting methods, results, and ensuring chain-of-custody.

Skills

Fingerprint analysis

Written reports

Court testimony

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural or applied science

Tools

AFIS submissions

Job description

The County of Santa Clara Sheriff’s Office invites applicants for a Criminalist I position in the Sheriff’s Identification Unit. The role focuses on friction ridge examinations to support criminal investigations and legal proceedings.

Under close supervision, you will perform analyses, prepare technical reports, and provide testimony in court. A Bachelor's degree in a natural or applied science is required, along with successful background clearance and eligibility for County credentials.