What are the responsibilities and job description for the Identification/Disposition Technician position at Police?
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.
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; and
Four (4) years of clerical or administrative support experience; and
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.
Preferred Knowledge
- Operations, services and activities of a fingerprint identification program
- Principles and procedures of fingerprint reading
- Principles and procedures of background research
- Methods and techniques of classifying and identifying individuals by fingerprints
- Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers
- Principles and procedures of record keeping
- Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
Preferred Skills & Abilities
- Independently perform the most difficult fingerprinting duties and functions
- Research and analyze technical information and submit detailed reports
- Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures
- Operate a variety of standard office equipment including applicable computer systems in an effective manner
- Complete required training classes as assigned by position
- Work independently in the absence of supervision
- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public
- Operate a variety of standard office equipment and applicable software in an effective manner
- Communicate clearly and concisely
- Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
