AFIS Fingerprint Technician Specialist (Sheriff)

Position Summary

Works in a specialized environment under an assigned supervisor to be primarily responsible for encoding and analyzing fingerprints using those on file in the AFIS database; monitoring/restoring AFIS system functions; performing system backups; and processing all new arrests and releases through the AFIS systems while training other personnel to do same.

Pay Grade: 48

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in a properly maintained fingerprint file system; and have successfully completed an authorized fingerprint classification course sponsored by the F.B.I. or State Training Academy; AND
• High school diploma or possess a GED; OR
• Two (2) years of working experience in a properly maintained fingerprint file system and must have successfully completed the F.B.I. Fingerprint Training program.
• High school diploma or possess a GED; OR
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
  
  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Encodes crime scene prints to reduce search time and improve respondent accuracy in the database.
• Analyzes and classifies latent fingerprints using the Henry System.
• Compares and identifies respondent images against fingerprint databases and unsolved latent files.
• Provides technical assistance to other agencies on latent fingerprints.
• Supports identification efforts for other agencies and testifies as an expert witness in court.
• Advises junior personnel on fingerprint classification and AFIS requirements.
• Monitors AFIS system processes, correcting any errors or failures.
• Performs system backups to maintain database integrity and efficiency.
• Trains ID Technical personnel on AFIS workstations and scanning/editing procedures.
• Trains Jail personnel on Livescan equipment usage.
• Documents all training and system issues, reporting to the AFIS manager.
• Monitors computer equipment rooms for environmental issues and restores associated AFIS equipment.
• Prepares routine reports and statistical data as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.
  
  

KSAs

• Knowledge of laws, ordinances, rules and regulations affecting the record-keeping operations of a department and skill in applying them.
• Ability to plan, organize, and maintain an even flow of work.
• Knowledge of business English and math.
• Ability to compose general correspondence and write and type documents for a variety of needs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely and effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, co-workers and other departments.
• May require specialized knowledge, skills, or abilities in specified work functions or areas.
  
  

Special Requirements

• Must pass a criminal background check.
  
  

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department. The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff’s Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.