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Latent Fingerprint Examiner

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County of Solano $31.70 - $38.53 Hourly Fairfield, CA Sheriff's Office Continuous The Position

Latent Fingerprint Examiners are responsible for the performance of technical fingerprint identification work in support of criminal investigations. Incumbents examine, identify, compare and preserve fingerprint impressions discovered in criminal investigations and provides expert witness testimony in court. Examples of duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Compares, identifies, and evaluates latent fingerprints for entry into the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS); operates photographic equipment utilized in enlarging and reducing latent fingerprints for acceptance into the AFIS system. Prepares tracings of latent fingerprints for entry into the AFIS system; evaluates and compares inked to inked fingerprints and latent to inked fingerprints for identification purposes. Searches and files fingerprints utilizing the Henry and NCIC classification systems. Education & Experience Requirements

One year of experience identifying and classifying latent fingerprints utilizing automated computerized fingerprint systems. Certification as a latent print examiner by the International Association for Identification or graduation from F.B.I. fingerprint classification and latent fingerprint schools or the Institute of Applied Science Fingerprint course is required. Other Requirements: Must be a recognized expert witness in civilian courts of law at the Superior Court level. The background investigation for this position requires completion of a Personal History Statement (PHS). You may view the requirements of the PHS by visiting https://post.ca.gov/, clicking on "FORMS," the selecting "Personal History Statement Peace Officer. To view the full job description and apply, please visit: https://www.jobapscloud.com/Solano/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=22&R2=413170&R3=01 Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Benefits

Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage is $1,671.27 per month for 2022. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County. Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security. The County observes twelve (12) full day fixed and two (2) half day fixed paid holidays per year. Additionally, employees in this bargaining unit receive two (2) floating paid holiday(s) per year. Vacation is accrued at approximately ten (10) days per year for the first three (3) years. Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Effective July 1 of each year, 80 hours of administrative leave is granted. Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years. To view the benefits for a regular position, please visit: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16483 Extra-help employees who work less than 29 hours per week do not typically receive or accrue benefits of regular employees during their period of employment. All extra-help employees accrue .034 hours of Paid Time Off. To view the benefits for an extra-help position in this classification, please visit: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16516 Culture of Learning and Development Solano County is committed to "Invest In and For the Future" by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs: Tuition Reimbursement Program Annual Education Fair County Mentoring Program Leadership Academy Supervisory Trainings Skill Development Trainings Self-paced learning opportunities Address: 675 Texas Street Fairfield, California, 94533