Job Description
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Duties
- 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
Requirements
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
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