Data is as of 6/15/2025.
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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Latent Print Examiner
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (30) Technicians
Class Code: 15020 Salary Grade: OG9
Approved: October 23, 2001 Last Revised: March 26, 2025

Purpose:
 

Under general direction, this position documents, evaluates, analyzes, and preserves, custody of friction ridge evidence.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  1. Receives, evaluates, and maintains custody of latent fingerprints.
  2. Utilizes various comparison techniques.
  3. Conducts computer database searches.
  4. Utilizes methods and equipment for the enhancement of latent print evidence.
  5. Writes, drafts, and completes supplemental reports and provides documentation of analysis.
  6. Updates and modifies information in the databases.
  7. Transports evidence and/or property to storage location and/or criminal court.
  8. Assists other law enforcement agencies in comparative analysis.
  9. Provides information to investigative units on the status of latent print evidence.
  10. Testifies as an expert witness.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
  None.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Knowledge of latent print practice and procedure.
  • Knowledge of crime scene policy and procedure.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in using computers and related software applications Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  • Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
  • Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
 
  • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job.
  • Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 
Valid Driver License.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.