Latent Print Examiner, Senior; Class Code 5267

this is a full performance professional and technical position in the field of forensic science using appropriate protocols to analyze friction ridge evidence. Work includes performing forensic examination in the area of pattern and impression evidence including the analysis of latent prints on physical evidence and the comparison of friction ridge skin impressions. The senior latent print examiner completes all work aligning with iso
17025 accreditation standards. Work also includes writing reports of findings, entering prints into the automated fingerprint identification system (afis) database, monitoring the section's casework, and providing courtroom testimony as needed; and related work as required.


**** this position is pending city council approval.**** either:
a bachelor's degree
* or higher from an accredited college or university in forensics, criminal justice, evidence technology, biology, chemistry, or a closely related field, and two (2) years of experience
** performing latent print examinations.

or
an associate’s degree
* from an accredited college or university with a major in forensics, criminal justice, evidence technology, biology, chemistry, or a closely related field; and at least three (3) years of experience
** performing latent print examinations.

or
a high school diploma or ged
* and four (4) years of experience performing latent print examinations.

or
certification as a latent print examiner through the international association of identification (iai).
*
* prior to appointment, the hiring agency is required to verify education and certifications claimed by the applicant to qualify for this classification. If selected for hire, applicants must provide original documents of their qualifying credentials to the hiring agency prior to their start date in this job classification.


** verifiable unpaid internships will be accepted.
a rating of training and experience, weighted 100%. All related previous experience will be considered for qualification purposes; however, credit on the rating of training and experience will only be given for experience gained within the last ten (10) years.

this is an original entrance examination. the city of new orleans is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, creed, culture, or ancestry. Requests for alternate format or accommodations should be directed to shana parker at  or tty/voice at  or .

domicile requirements for employment:domicile requirements are currently waived for the purpose of application. However, all new full-time employees hired into this classification on or after january 1, 2013 must be domiciled in orleans parish within 180 days of hire. Airport and public safety employees are excluded from this provision.
additional exceptions to the domicile requirement may be made on a case-by-case basis. We encourage you to apply for this position and discuss your need for a domicile exception during the interview process.

domicile requirements for employment (sewerage and water board):
domicile requirements are currently waived for the purpose of application**. Residency requirements are waived for all sewerage and water board of new orleans positions vacant and advertised for at least 90 days. Employees hired under this waiver remain exempt from the city's residency requirement for the duration of their employment at the sewerage and water board. (la r.s. 33:4076).
** additional exceptions to the domicile requirement may be made on a case-by-case basis. We encourage you to apply for this position and discuss your need for a domicile exception during the interview process.

background check:the hiring department will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant’s criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history.

Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate.

applications:applications will not be accepted if received after the closing date or after the stated maximum number of applications has been received, as specified on this announcement. All minimum qualification requirements for examinations must be met by the final filing date unless otherwise specified on this announcement.

delay in the mail:the department of city civil service cannot be responsible for failure of the applicant to receive an admission slip to an examination or for failure of the department to receive material mailed by the applicant. Applicants should notify the department of city civil service in writing of any address changes the minimum age limit is 18 years for any class of work requiring hard physical…