Fingerprint Technician

Are you detail-oriented with a passion for public service? The Pennsylvania State Police is seeking a skilled Fingerprint Technician to join our team. In this challenging and rewarding role, you will perform complex technical tasks involving the analysis, classification, and identification of fingerprints, both manually and electronically. If you are ready to contribute your expertise and take the next step in a fulfilling public service career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

In this position, you will utilize the Integra automated fingerprint identification system (AFIS) to process fingerprint submissions from criminal justice agencies and vendors, received via live scan or card scan. Your responsibilities will include analyzing fingerprint submissions for proper sequencing; classifying, identifying, and assigning primary and reference pattern types; and setting core and axis. You will also enter descriptive and image data and perform identity determinations by comparing side-by-side images (search print vs. file print) to confirm positive or non-positive identification. This may lead to updates of existing records or the creation of new records within both the central repository and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) files. Additionally, you will review Pennsylvania and FBI fingerprint and criminal history files to identify and correct incomplete or inaccurate information. In addition, your responsibilities will include registering, consolidating, querying, and updating both criminal and applicant records. You will also review all submitted prints for legibility, sequencing errors, and required demographic data before filing or processing them electronically through the Integra AFIS.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours will be determined through rotating shifts that include holidays and weekends.
• Telework: This position does not offer telework.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $47,833.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six months of experience in the identification and non-identification of individuals through fingerprint and palm print examination, comparison, and verification; or
• Successful completion of the fingerprint identification course offered by the Pennsylvania State Police.

Other Requirements:

• You must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.