Supervising Identification Technician

Under general supervision, supervises employees engaged in preparing, classifying, searching, verifying and maintaining identification and arrest records.

• Prepare work schedules for civilian and sworn police employees involved in preparing, classifying, searching and maintaining identification and arrest records.
• Determine work priorities in conformance with police procedures.
• Instruct and train staff on proper identification techniques, policies and procedures.
• Initiate and process background checks for the Police Department new hires and any department requiring police clearances.
• Review and inspect work to ensure conformance with Department procedures.
• Perform and/or advise staff on difficult cases.
• Review and communicate changes in practices and procedures to supervised staff.
• Ensure proper operation and care of specialized equipment used in work unit.
• Evaluate work performance and counsel staff on work improvement and professional development.
• Monitor staff performance and recommend disciplinary action as needed.
• Interface with other law enforcement agencies in sharing information.
• Prepare and maintain required records and reports.
• Perform any of the work supervised and related duties, as needed.

• High School graduation or G.E.D.
• Four (4) years of recent progressive experience in identification and fingerprint work.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

The Detroit Police Department's pre-employment background screening process includes a review of your social media account(s).To continue with the application process, you must provide all names and/or social media handles associated with your social media account(s); including but not limited to any of the following social media platforms:

Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, Twitter, Google, You Tube, Snapchat, Linked In, etc.

Work is performed primarily in an office environment. The Detroit Police Department is a 24/7 operation. Must be flexible, will be assigned to day, afternoon or midnight shift.