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Professional Caregivers needed [Weekly Pay + Benefits]
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$17.50 - $19.50/hr
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Expertly procure, categorize, and process fingerprints, meticulously inputting the relevant data points into the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification ...
Expertly procure, categorize, and process fingerprints, meticulously inputting the relevant data points into the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification ...
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| Work Environment | Law enforcement agencies, forensic labs | Law enforcement, security agencies, private labs |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Criminal justice, forensic science | Security, law enforcement, background checks |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding forensic fingerprint analysis | Learning fingerprint collection and processing |
Fingerprint Identification involves analyzing and matching fingerprints for forensic or criminal investigations, requiring specialized training and certifications. Fingerprint Technicians primarily collect and process fingerprint data, often with less advanced credentials. Both roles are essential in law enforcement and security, but Fingerprint Identification focuses on analysis, while Fingerprint Technicians handle collection and processing tasks.
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$17.75/hr
Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 20 days ago
Job description
This is an opportunity towork with the United States Citizenship & ImmigrationServices (USCIS) in meeting the mission ofadministering the nation's lawful immigration system.
Job Description:
As a Biometric Technician (BT), you willbe responsible forsupporting the mission of a government programlocatedinSioux Falls, SD. This position works as a part of a dynamic team of professionalsassistingthe United States Citizenship and Immigration (USCIS) Application Support Center (ASC) operations.Amentumprovides all required job training for qualified candidates.This position is anon call(casual) team member.
On Call (causal)employees are expected to be available all five days, Monday through Friday from the hours of 7:45am to 4:15pm for substitute coverage as needed at the site. This is not a regular Full Time or regular Part Time position; it is a Casual On-Call position. All efforts are made to notify On-Call personnel in advance of the site on call needs, however, occasionally employees are notified the night before or day of. Interested candidates must meet this availability. In this position, hours are not guaranteed, and employees are on a "as needed" basis so a steady income stream cannot be guaranteed. The On-Call position is a perfect fit for candidates with flexibility, seeking supplemental income and for those who still want to be active in a work environment without a committed schedule.
Primary Responsibilities are:
Complete biometrics registration for applicants seeking legal immigration to the United States.
Ensure all who enter the ASC are approved applicants and visitors while providing both interior and exterior crowd control andassistingthe staff in enforcing the rules and policies of the ASCs.
Provide front-line customer service as representatives ofAmentumand on behalf of the United States Government.
Highlights of Responsibilities:
It is expected that providing applicants with the highest level of customer service is primary in all responsibilities. This position must be able to work with the public, display a cheerfuland inviting demeanor, smile, manage the applicants with sensitivity, courtesy and ensurethe applicant is treated with respect as a customer of the USCIS ASC.Further, personnel must safeguard all areas where Personal Identifiable Information (PII) is vulnerable such as applicant's paperwork and identifications, electronic biometricdataand reports.
Perform quality biometrics processing to include capturing electronic fingerprints, photographs, and signatures within established program-wide processing times.
Screen applicants entering the facility to ensure they have a valid appointment notice and identification allowing their entry into the ASC.
Utilize crowd control barriers (stanchions or rails) to ensure a safe and organized entry into the facility.
Visually inspect applicants and their belongings prior to allowing entry into the facility. During national pandemics or other health crisis, applicants may be asked questions about their status of illness and may be declined entry to the ASC per customer requirements.
Conducting periodic facility checks (both interior and exterior) reporting any concerns to the Site Supervisor to manage.
Assist the Site Supervisor and/or government Immigration Service Officer in calling local law enforcement or first responders when necessary.
Manage and complete with accuracy administrative paperwork such as tracking processing time for applicants, reconciliation paperwork of biometrics captured,assistinginmaintaininga visitor control log for non-applicants entering the facility, signing off on facility checks and other administrative duties as needed.
RequiredQualifications:
Must be able to obtain andmaintainfacility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship isrequiredfor facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
A High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to speak and write in English.
Ability to stand upright on one's feet for scheduled shift duration, excluding meals and breaks.
Ability to hold and grasp applicant's hands to obtain quality fingerprints.
Ability to work in a high paced environment with the public.
Ability to type and use basic computer skills.
Successful completion of the biometrics training and become certified within sixty days.
Desired Skills:
Ability to speak a foreign language.
Compensation Details:
$17.75/hrThe compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
06/16/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.