Description

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a Fingerprint Technician II to join our Automated Fingerprint Identification Services (AFIS) team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a specialized team that plays an important role in the criminal justice process. From capturing fingerprints, palm prints, photographs, and DNA samples during the booking process to utilizing advanced fingerprint identification systems and assisting with identification requests from agencies across the country, your work helps ensure accurate records and supports public safety every day.

The ideal candidate enjoys detail-oriented work, takes pride in accuracy, and is comfortable utilizing technology in a fast-paced environment. They are professional, dependable, and able to balance technical responsibilities while working collaboratively with law enforcement personnel and partner agencies. Experience in fingerprint identification, criminal justice, records management, or a related field is beneficial, but most importantly, we are looking for someone who is eager to learn, values teamwork, and understands the importance of the work they perform. This position offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact behind the scenes in support of the Sheriff’s Office mission and the community we serve.

The background investigation process may take up to 6 weeks depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which they've applied.

Under the general direction of a Fingerprint Technician Shift Supervisor, performs technical work of moderate complexity in the capture of friction skin impressions, AFIS computer input, verification of search results, classification, searching, comparison and filing of fingerprints, and palm prints.  A variety of clerical tasks are performed in connection with this position.  Work follows well-established procedures and guidelines.  Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained.  Shift work is required.

A member in this job classification spends at least 65 percent of their time performing duties that involve the collection, examination, preservation, documentation, preparation or analysis of human tissues or fluids or physical evidence having potential biological, chemical or radiological hazard or contamination, or uses chemicals, processes, or materials that may have carcinogenic or health-damaging properties in the analysis of such evidence, or be the direct supervisor of one or more individuals having such responsibility, in accordance with F.S. 121.0515.

Starting pay is $22.72 per hour.

The background investigation process may take up to 6 weeks depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which they've applied.

SUPERVISES OTHERS: No

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Captures the fingerprints and palm prints of inmates during the booking process
• Captures photo images (mugshots and tattoos) of inmates during the booking process
• Collects DNA samples from subjects according to FDLE published “Requirements for Submission of DNA”
• Enters fingerprints into the AFIS computer and verifies the results of the computer search against the ten print and unidentified latent files
• Assists the Medical Examiner's Office in identifying unknown deceased through fingerprint identification
• Searches files for information in response to requests from other law enforcement agencies
• Corresponds with other agencies and exchanges identification information
• Resolves day to day problems with the AFIS system and monitors transactions to ensure completion
• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
• This position is considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, will be required to report to work
• Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
• This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications:

• High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education 
• Two (2) years’ experience in a related field 
• Course study in Science of Fingerprints or related field preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the correct techniques of rolling fingerprints and palm prints
• Ability to operate equipment and instruments utilized in meeting job requirements and operational responsibilities
• Knowledge of new developments in fingerprint identification gained through formal classroom training and through periodicals and journals
• Ability to search fingerprint and palm print files for comparison and identification of prints
• Skill in making fine discriminations in classifying and identifying fingerprints
• Ability to maintain a professional bearing and attitude at all times while on duty with supervisors, public, and peers
• Interpersonal skills
• Time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Physical Abilities:
The physical abilities listed below are requirements to perform the essential functions and responsibilities.

• Visual acuity of 20/30 vision standard in each eye; if corrective lenses must be used to satisfy 20/30 vision standard, uncorrected vision should be no worse than 20/100 in each eye
• Hearing acuity, single hearing levels should not exceed 25 decibels at either 500, 1000, or 2000 Hz nor exceed 30 decibels at 3000 Hz frequencies in each ear.
• Sit up to 4 hours per day
• Stand up to 4 hours per day
• Walk up to 1 hour per day
• Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally bend, squat, reach, kneel and twist