Latent Fingerprint Examiner

Salary: $36.96 - $44.37 Hourly
Location : Police Department - City of Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: Classified - Full Time
Job Number: 17096
Division: Colorado Springs Police Department
Department: Forensics
Opening Date: 03/29/2025
Closing Date: 4/13/2025 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description / Position Overview
Latent Fingerprint Examiner
In this position, you will examine and process items of evidence to determine the presence and suitability of any latent prints, conduct database entries and comparisons to record prints, generate reports to the findings, and testify to those findings when requested.
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Essential Job Functions- the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:

• Examine items of evidence (digital images or physical items) for the presence of latent prints and determine their suitability for comparison.
• Compare and evaluate latent and inked friction ridge impressions to record prints.
• Prepare and enter latent prints into the available state and federal databases.
• Generate reports for completed work.
• Complete data entry in LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System).
• Complete work under the appropriate standard operating procedures in accordance with the quality assurance system set forth by the Metro Crime Laboratory.
• Provide court testimony of results, opinions, and conclusions, which may include utilization of images in electronic formats.
• Review forensic technical journals and attend available training to stay abreast of developments in the field of latent prints and other related forensic disciplines.
• Provide training to appropriate law enforcement personnel (i.e., police recruits, Latent Print Examiner trainees, sworn personnel, and the public regarding latent print examination and laboratory functions.
• Assist with any technical functions or processes within the laboratory as they relate to latent prints.
• Respond to crime scenes as needed to assist in specialized processing as it relates to latent prints.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of operations, services, and workflow of a forensics crime laboratory
• Knowledge of equipment, applications, methods, and materials used in a forensic crime laboratory
• Knowledge of legal procedures for the admission of evidence in criminal investigations
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English, to include public speaking while articulating complex technical data
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers, and other law enforcement/judicial personnel
• Ability to handle heavy volumes of work while maintaining accuracy
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Ability to testify in court proceedings as an expert witness
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills with good judgment and a high degree of professional credibility

Work is performed primarily indoors under laboratory or office conditions. However, you may be required to participate in scene field investigation activities. Laboratory and field investigation activities may include exposure to dangerous chemicals and harmful or unpleasant fumes/odors. Work may also include exposure to cadavers of varying physical conditions to obtain fingerprint impressions for identification purposes.
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study.
• Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field.

• Possess and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
• Within six months of hire become AFIS/IAFIS Latent Entry authorized, utilizing Morphotrak. Authorization must be maintained for the duration of employment
• Within two years of hire, certification in the program of Latent Print Certification Board of the International Association for Identification is required. Certification must be maintained for the duration of employment

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited forensic laboratory.
• Expert witness testimony as a latent fingerprint examiner.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Training or experience in specialized criminal forensic disciplines.
• Familiarity with the National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/ Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC), Microsoft Office, Photoshop, AFIS/NGI, Digital Evidence Management Systems, Laboratory Information Management Systems, and other related databased.

Additional Information

Please contact CSPD Human Resources at or 719-444-7447 for any questions about this position.
Pre-employment Requirements: The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.
Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department's Marijuana Use Policy can be found

The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.

The background check for this position includes a polygraph examination and fingerprinting.
Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Do you have a bachelor's degree, or higher, from from an accredited college or university with coursework in a related area of study?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have three or more years of full-time, professional experience in a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess, or can you obtain, a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have certification, or the ability to become certified within two years of hire, in the program of Latent Print Certification Board of the International Association for Identification? Certification must be maintained for the duration of employment.

• Yes
• No

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By answering yes to this question, I acknowledge that I have read and understand CSPD's Marijuana Use Policy, which can be found on CSPD's website (www.coloradosprings.gov.)

• Yes
• No

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What in your previous employment experience best prepares you for this position?
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Have you ever provided expert witness testimony as a latent fingerprint examiner?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your work history within an ISO 17025, or similar, accredited forensic crime laboratory?
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Describe your previous involvement in working with appropriate standard operating procedures in accordance with a quality assurance system.
Required Question