ID/Disposition Technician

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Albuquerque is seeking a qualified candidate to classify and identify fingerprints, verify records, and maintain criminal history databases in support of law enforcement operations. The role involves handling AFIS and NCIC entries, reviewing fingerprint data, and coordinating with officers and dispatch for timely information.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and several years of clerical experience, preferably in security or law enforcement, with training in AFIS and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four (4) years of clerical or administrative support experience.
• At least one (1) year of clerical or administrative support experience in a security or law enforcement environment preferred.
• Experience classifying and identifying fingerprints or processing, reviewing and researching criminal history and accurately maintain supporting information and databases preferred.

Responsibilities

• Classify and identify fingerprints using computer systems and databases.
• Verify fingerprints into AFIS; update the Albuquerque Police Department's criminal history database.
• Classify fingerprints with the Henry System on new felony arrests.
• Classify fingerprints for entry into the NCIC system.
• Photograph and fingerprint civilians, suspects, city employees and police officer applicants.
• Ensure the quality of the AFIS database; verify fingerprint classifications and notify pertinent personnel.
• Assist officers and radio dispatch with information to transmit to officers in the field; provide case numbers.

Job description

Position Summary

Classify and identify individuals by fingerprints; determine criminal status of individuals through database research; provide information to officers to ensure proper identification and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential And Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

• Maintain and manage a variety of analytical and statistical records and databases; file records and other materials as necessary.
• Respond to telephone, written and in person requests for arrest information; release information after appropriate identification and authorization has been established.
• Perform general office and clerical duties as necessary.

Identification Unit

• Classify and identify fingerprints, both criminal and non-criminal, through the use of appropriate computer systems and databases.
• Verify all criminal, juvenile and non-criminal fingerprints into the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS); update the Albuquerque Police Department's (TIBURON) criminal history database with new or additional information.
• Classify and identify fingerprints with the Henry System of classification on all new felony arrests.
• Classify fingerprints for entry into the NCIC system.
• Photograph and fingerprint civilians, suspects, city employees and police officer applicants.
• Ensure the quality of the AFIS database; verify fingerprint classifications; evaluate the quality of fingerprints; notify appropriate personnel of any pertinent information regarding fingerprint identifications.
• Assist officers and radio dispatch in giving information to transmit to officers in the field; provide appropriate divisions with Albuquerque Police Department Case Numbers.

Disposition Unit

• Verify identity of applicants through the use of appropriate computer systems and databases.
• Accurately research arrest, suspect, and disposition information utilizing various automated and manual systems for Evidence Firearm Returns, APD Recruiting, City Employment, and Law Enforcement Agency requests.
• Request non-jurisdictional criminal history and final case disposition information from other Law Enforcement Agencies including the New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
• Compile criminal history profile (background check or rap sheet) and provide a comprehensive report of findings and materials to the requesting agency.
• Maintain III (Triple I) transaction log to support III system inquiries and provide supporting justification for NM Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS/National Crime Information Computer (NCIC) audits.
• Research intra jurisdictional records, compile, and report final case disposition information to other Law Enforcement agencies including the New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
• Update critical arrest and case disposition information in the Albuquerque Police Department's criminal history database and Evidence database.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS

• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Assist each unit as needed to complete assignments in an efficient and timely manner.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED; Four (4) years of clerical or administrative support experience; At least one (1) year of clerical or administrative support experience in a security or law enforcement environment preferred.

Experience classifying and identifying fingerprints or processing, reviewing and researching criminal history and accurately maintain supporting information and databases preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid NCIC certification within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Completion of Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) training within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Odd days off and shift work may be required with possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

Working Conditions

Environmental

Office environment; exposure to computer screens.

Physical

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time.