Fingerprint Examiner (Part-Time)

Salary : $29.88 - $36.32 Hourly

Location : Santa Ana, CA

Job Type : Part-time

Job Number : 2023-00538

Department : Police Department

Division : Forensic Services

Opening Date : 01 / 01 / 2024

Bargaining Unit : NA

Description

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community.

With general supervision, provides expert collection, preservation, scientific analysis, and documentation of fingerprint evidence in criminal matters; conducts examinations of physical evidence for latent fingerprints in the laboratory; provides training to others in technical skills; and performs other duties as required within the scope of the classification.

This position is open until further notice and may close at any time without advance notice. You are encouraged to apply immediately; once the recruitment closes, you will not be able to submit an application for this position.

NOTE : CalPERS (CA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM) retired annuitants are not eligible for this position.

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

Performs fingerprint comparisons and identifications; identifies, develops, evaluates, lifts, preserves and compares fingerprints using developing powders, chemicals, dyes, lasers, photography, Photoshop digital enhancement, and other physical techniques.

Prepares, enters and compares fingerprints using the California Automated Fingerprint Identification System; prepares findings for court presentation; prepares court exhibits; testifies in court as an expert witness concerning the scientific facts as established in the analysis of fingerprint evidence. Maintains fingerprint records and files.

Studies and applies new techniques and procedures in the field of fingerprints; Consults and coordinates with other law enforcement agencies; provides technical training in the field of forensic fingerprint examinations and procedures; consults with staff, detectives, police officers, deputy district attorneys and other law enforcement officials regarding procedures and analyses.

The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Fingerprint Examiner is a journey level position that analyzes, compares and identifies fingerprints related to criminal activities; performs specialized chemical and mechanical processing of evidence in the laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications

Education equivalent to graduation from high school; one year of work experience performing fingerprint comparisons and identifications, AFIS / ABIS operation, photography and court testimony.

Satisfactory completion of a fingerprint identification course covering classifying, searching, comparing and identifying partial, single, multiple and distorted palm and fingerprints or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities listed below :

Knowledge of : principles, methods, procedures, materials and techniques of fingerprint identification; California Automated Fingerprint Identification System; latent fingerprint development, collection and preservation techniques; photography techniques.

Ability to : perform fingerprint analysis, comparison and identification; compose reports summarizing findings; present evidence in court as an expert witness; use various laboratory equipment and fingerprint development techniques, lasers and alternate light sources, and Photoshop Digital Enhancement.

License and Certification : Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license; must be court qualified latent print examiner; must be able to pass an extensive background process.

Selection Process

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form and Supplemental Application Form (SAF) online. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time :

The Human Resources Department and Police Department will review applications; those candidates who possess the most pertinent qualifications may be invited for an oral interview by the hiring department.

NOTE : The selected candidate must undergo a thorough police background process. This review of suitability for employment will include an examination by a licensed psychologist, a polygraph examination, and a medical examination.

The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.

Part-Time employees accrue paid sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked up to a maximum accrual of 6 days or 48 hours. Employees are eligible to use 3 days or 24 hours of accrued paid sick leave in a 12-month period. For additional information please visit the Department of Industrial Relations Website :

Do you possess education that is equivalent to graduation from high school?

Do you possess at least one year of work experience performing the following duties : fingerprint comparisons and identifications; AFIS / ABIS operation; photography; and court testimony?

Are you a court qualified latent print examiner?

As of today, do you possess a CA Class C driver's license or if you are from out-of-state, do you : possess a driver's license in your state of residence?

Note : Out of state candidates must be willing and able to obtain a CA driver's license if offered the position.

How many years of work experience do you have performing fingerprint comparisons and identifications?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to 3 years
• 4 years or more

How many years of work experience do you have with AFIS / ABIS operation?

How many years of work experience in photography do you have?

How many years of work experience in court testimony do you have?

Based on your prior work experience, which of the following best describes your specific court latent print examination testimony :

Describe any additional training, experience, and / or education you feel qualifies you for the part-time Fingerprint Examiner position.

Are you willing and able to work a schedule that may include all shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends?

For every job listed on your application, you must complete the "Reason for Leaving" field. Failure to do so may result in your application being considered incomplete.

I acknowledge that I have read and understood the statement above.

Did you retire from an agency under the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CALPERS)?

Note : The candidate selected for this position will be extended a conditional offer of employment and must undergo a thorough police background process. This review of suitability for employment will include an assessment by a licensed psychologist, a polygraph, and a pre-employment medical examination.

Do you understand the information presented in the statement above?

I certify that all the information I provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that purposely providing false information may be grounds for disqualification from the process.

Required Question

Salary : $30 - $36