Forensic Scientist - Latent Fingerprint Job at Crime Scene Resources, Inc, Albuquerque, NM

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  • Crime Scene Resources, Inc
  • Albuquerque, NM

Job Description

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Duties

Identify, examine, analyze, evaluate and interpret evidence in the investigation of crimes; use forensic science in the analysis of evidence in order to reach scientific conclusions in the area of Latent Fingerprints; effectively communicate results and findings, verbally and in writing, to the appropriate parties.

Requirements

Forensic Scientist Latent Fingerprint SCT – Trainee:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology or related field.
  • Additional academic courses required as specified in the FBI QAS CODIS requirements.
Forensic Scientist Latent Fingerprint – Entry Level:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology or related field; and
  • One (1) year of examination training and/or casework.
  • Additional academic courses required as specified in the FBI QAS CODIS requirements.
Forensic Scientist Latent Fingerprint – Journeyman Level:
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology or related field; and
  • Three (3) years of examination training and/or casework;
  • OR
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology or related field; and
  • Five (5) years of examination training and/or casework.
  • Additional academic courses required as specified in the FBI QAS CODIS requirements.
Forensic Scientist Latent Fingerprint - Advanced Level:
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology; and
  • Eight (8) years of examination training and/or casework;
  • OR
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical science, forensic science, chemistry, biology; and
  • Ten (10) years of examination training and/or casework.
  • Additional academic courses required as specified in the FBI QAS CODIS requirements.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
  • Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
  • Refer to the Crime Laboratory Director's chart of standards for specific qualifying criteria.
Preferred Knowledge
  • Examinations conducted by a Latent Fingerprint unit
  • Theories and techniques of processing, classification and comparison of latent fingerprint-type evidence
  • Examinations conducted by a Latent Fingerprint unit
  • Use of equipment and accessories used in a latent fingerprint unit
  • Use of Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS)
  • Operations, services, procedures and activities of a forensic laboratory
  • Crime scene investigations
  • Methods and techniques of forensic evidence collection and evaluation
  • Operation of forensic instruments, equipment and tools
  • Operation of basic power and hand tools
  • Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
  • Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations
  • Computers and various programs and data bases
  • Scientific Working Group on Friction Ridge Analysis, Study and Technology (SWGFAST)
  • International Association for Identification (IAI)
  • American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS)
  • American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors - Laboratory Accreditation Board, and other applicable quality assurance standards
Preferred Skills & Abilities
  • Successfully pass Form Blindness test
  • Maintain appropriate visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations
  • Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
  • Recognize anomalies, formulate hypotheses and take appropriate action
  • Perform forensic evidence collection, identification and analysis
  • Operate a variety of forensic laboratory equipment and instruments in a safe and effective manner
  • Work independently in the absence of supervision
  • Prepare complex technical written and verbal reports
  • Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships
  • Identify similarities and differences between shades, colors, shapes, sounds, forms, textures or physical appearance associated with job related objects, materials and tasks
  • Interpret a variety of technical instructions
  • Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
  • Communicate clearly and concisely
  • Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

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