Latent Print Analyst II

This is the full journey level in the series. Incumbents independently perform difficult latent print analyses in the field and/or in the office involving the development, evaluation, comparison, and identification of latent prints from objects of evidence, structures, or other materials. Typical duties include assisting local law enforcement officers in the investigation of crime scenes and the gathering of a variety of latent print evidence, making impressions of latent prints, including taking fingerprints from unknown deceased persons; performing difficult fingerprint identifications; conducting cold searches against an automated database search; preparing investigative reports and correspondence; preparing court exhibits; testifying in court as a latent print expert; and training local law enforcement officers/personnel in latent print analysis techniques. Incumbents may also assist in the training of Latent Print Analysts I.

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