Fingerprint Examiner

Please Apply by 7.31.2025

Fingerprint Examiner

Hourly Range

$26.02-$32.52

This is an hourly, non-exempt position. Pay rates are based on education,skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerationsinclude an assessment of the applicant's salary history and qualifications incomparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office hires professionals that desire to makea positive difference in the lives of individuals and our community throughexcellent customer service, good judgment, and integrity while maintaining safeand secure facilities. If you are interested in making a difference in thecommunity, positively influencing others, and working for the citizens ofMecklenburg County, then MCSO wants you to come join our team.

Position Summary

A Fingerprint Examiner is responsible for analyzing and comparing fingerprintsto identify individuals involved in criminal investigations. They usespecialized equipment and techniques to collect, preserve, and analyzefingerprint evidence. They work closely with law enforcement agencies toprovide accurate and reliable fingerprint identification, assisting in solvingcrimes and providing expert testimony in court proceedings. Additionally, theymay also assist in the development of fingerprint databases and the training ofother forensic professionals.

• Positive identification division is to identify all arrestees accurately andpositively, with fingerprints, and to ensure all arrest information pertains tothe arrestees being processed through the Arrest Processing Center.
• Fingerprint Examination
• Fingerprint Card Maintenance
• Fingerprint Classification
• Court Ordered Expungements
• Verification of DNA Blood Samples
• Processing of juvenile fingerprint cards, processing unknown deceasedfingerprints
• Faxing and emailing mugshots
• Assisting public with stolen identity cases
• Court testimony
• Provide timely customer service to the entire Criminal Justice System andpublic at large

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years' experience, associate degree or two-year technicalcertificate or a combination of relevant education and relevantexperience.Licensesand Certifications : Science of Fingerprints Certification, SBI AFISCertification.

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree

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