Latent Print Forensic Investigator

Spokane County Washington; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Spokane County Sheriff’s Office seeks a Forensic Latent Print Specialist to perform friction ridge examinations, process crime scenes, take photographs, and preserve evidence for analysis. The role supports court presentations with documented findings and may require evening or weekend call outs.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in forensic science or related fields, or a degree plus law enforcement experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or DACA recipient.
• Must be 21+ at time of application.
• Bachelor’s degree in forensic science or related fields, or a degree plus law enforcement experience.
• Valid driver’s license must be held throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform friction ridge examinations and MBIS searches.
• Process crime scenes including photography and evidence collection.
• Maintain documentation and generate clear reports of findings.
• Provide expert testimony in court as needed.
• Be available for evenings/weekends call outs.

Skills

Friction ridge examination

Crime scene investigation

Photography

Report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in forensic science or related field

Bachelor’s degree in any field with law enforcement experience

Tools

MBIS

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Spokane County Sheriff’s Office seeks a Forensic Latent Print Specialist to perform friction ridge examinations, process crime scenes, take photographs, and preserve evidence for analysis. The role supports court presentations with documented findings and may require evening or weekend call outs.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in forensic science or related fields, or a degree plus law enforcement experience, and a valid driver’s license.