What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Fingerprint Technician, II position at New York City Police Department?
*THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO NYPD EMPLOYEES ONLY*
The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.
The Identification Unit is a sub-unit of the Centra Records Section and operates on a 24-hour, 7 days a week schedule. It serves as the repository of New York City fingerprints, palm prints. and history information. The daily operations of the unit include processing arrest fingerprints. and non-criminal history checks for various law enforcement agencies. The unit operates in an exceptional work environment with a professional corporate like setting.
The Identification Unit is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Associate Fingerprint Technician, Level II who will under general supervision, with some latitude for independence will perform technical work of moderate difficulty and responsibility in fingerprint identification, chiefly in accordance with the Henry System. In addition to the Associate Level I duties, will perform more exacting work in the classifying, searching, comparing and filing of fingerprints, including those of persons arrested or convicted of criminal offenses. May be tasked with preparing statements for court, certifying fingerprints in question are identical/different; may testify in court regarding fingerprint comparison. Will supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate subordinates.
Work Schedule
1500x2300 or 2300x0700
WORK LOCATION:
375 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10038
Additional Information
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program.
Certified in the Science of Fingerprint Course.
ASSOCIATE FINGERPRINT TECHNICI - 71141
Minimum Qualifications
For assignment to Assignment Level III or IV, candidates must have, in addition to the qualification requirements above, one year of full-time experience in latent print identification work.
Preferred Skills
Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, the ability to adapt and work in a fast pace environment.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.
The Identification Unit is a sub-unit of the Centra Records Section and operates on a 24-hour, 7 days a week schedule. It serves as the repository of New York City fingerprints, palm prints. and history information. The daily operations of the unit include processing arrest fingerprints. and non-criminal history checks for various law enforcement agencies. The unit operates in an exceptional work environment with a professional corporate like setting.
The Identification Unit is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Associate Fingerprint Technician, Level II who will under general supervision, with some latitude for independence will perform technical work of moderate difficulty and responsibility in fingerprint identification, chiefly in accordance with the Henry System. In addition to the Associate Level I duties, will perform more exacting work in the classifying, searching, comparing and filing of fingerprints, including those of persons arrested or convicted of criminal offenses. May be tasked with preparing statements for court, certifying fingerprints in question are identical/different; may testify in court regarding fingerprint comparison. Will supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate subordinates.
Work Schedule
1500x2300 or 2300x0700
WORK LOCATION:
375 Pearl Street, New York, NY 10038
Additional Information
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.
NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program.
Certified in the Science of Fingerprint Course.
ASSOCIATE FINGERPRINT TECHNICI - 71141
Minimum Qualifications
- A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of full-time experience in fingerprint identification work.
For assignment to Assignment Level III or IV, candidates must have, in addition to the qualification requirements above, one year of full-time experience in latent print identification work.
Preferred Skills
Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, the ability to adapt and work in a fast pace environment.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
