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ISP Fingerprint Technician

Idaho State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification Unit is looking for a highly specialized professional who performs technical fingerprint and other biometric identifications, and criminal records work consisting of analyzing, classifying, and comparing biometrics of unknown and known persons and crime suspects according to accepted scientific methods. They also perform related work.

Examples of Duties:

• Operate a biometric workstation to conduct quality control and visual verification of Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS) searches.
• Operate a high-volume card scanner in conjunction with entering control fields to initiate biometric searches.
• Perform complex and precise identification of submitted fingerprints and photographs to examine, classify, identify, and compare biometrics utilizing accepted scientific methods and practices.
• Search new biometrics through master biometric files for the purpose of determining whether they are those of persons whose biometrics are already on file and establishing a new criminal arrest State Identification number (SID) as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of new techniques within the science of biometrics to ensure precision and accuracy.
• Annotate and return prints or impressions that are incomplete or unreadable.
• Take rolled and plain fingerprint impressions.
• Answer questions regarding fingerprint files and procedures involved.
• Maintain the quality of the Idaho biometric database.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Good knowledge of general office practices and familiarity with computer systems and databases.
• Typically gained by a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field OR at least two college courses in a related subject area AND at least 2-years or applicable work experience in a related field.

Special requirements:

• The successful candidate is required to obtain International Association for Identification (IAI) Tenprint Fingerprint Certification within three (3) years of being selected/promoted for the position of Fingerprint Technician (if not currently certified).
• Visual acuity sufficient to perceive minute differences in fingerprint impressions.
• Stamina to work with detail for up to seven hours at a time.

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. Benefits: The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year.

EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.