Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Harris County Sheriff's Office
Job overview
The Latent Print Examiner role involves analyzing and preserving friction ridge evidence to support law enforcement investigations and court proceedings.
Responsibilities and impact
The examiner will document, analyze, compare, and enter latent prints into AFIS systems, prepare reports, maintain logs, assist crime scene investigators, coordinate with forensic labs, train personnel, and testify in court as an expert witness.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have expertise in latent print analysis using ACE-V methodology, knowledge of AFIS systems, and ability to testify in court; experience with crime scene processing and forensic coordination is preferred.
Company information
Harris County Sheriff's Office is a law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and criminal investigations in Harris County, Texas.
Unique job features
The role includes unique responsibilities such as expert court testimony, coordination with multiple forensic agencies, and use of advanced fingerprint identification systems.
Company overview
The Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is the largest sheriff's office in Texas and the third largest in the United States, responsible for law enforcement and public safety in Harris County, which includes Houston. They make money primarily through government funding, fines, and fees associated with law enforcement activities. Established in 1837, the HCSO has a rich history of serving one of the most populous and diverse counties in the nation, emphasizing community engagement, crime prevention, and innovative policing strategies.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize expertise in latent print analysis, familiarity with ACE-V methodology, and experience using AFIS systems including HCSO, TX DPS, and FBI NGI.
Highlight your skills in preparing detailed forensic reports, maintaining accurate logs, and testifying as an expert witness to demonstrate your comprehensive forensic capabilities.
Apply through multiple channels such as the Harris County Sheriff's Office official careers page, LinkedIn, and other law enforcement job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current forensic or latent print examiners at Harris County Sheriff's Office on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent forensic advancements they shared or asking about their experience with AFIS systems.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'latent print examination,' 'ACE-V methodology,' 'AFIS,' 'forensic reporting,' and 'expert witness testimony' to pass initial screenings.
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