Freelance Forensic Fingerprint Expert Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description Evaluates crime scenes and collects and organizes information used in the analysis of crime trends. Prepare detailed reports on the activities at the crime scene and the findings of evidence examinations. Testifies as an expert witness in court regarding the findings of evidence and testifies as expert witness on the findings and processing methods used at the crime scene.

***OPEN UNTIL FILLED*** Duties Essential Functions: Investigate crime scenes at any hour of the day or night, under any weather conditions; survey crime scene and formulate a plan of procedure. Prepare detailed report of investigations, and maintain records and case files of all evidence and information acquired. Give expert testimony in criminal court.

Testimony must follow the rules of evidence, but must also explain in laymen's term, to a jury, the significance of the evidence as it relates to scientific proof. Analyze data and prepare daily, weekly, monthly, annual and special reports based on data for review by command officers. Submit fingerprints to O.S.B.I

for submission into the AFIS fingerprint database; also making fingerprint identifications Prepare daily information reports to be discussed in shift briefings. Provide information to outside law enforcement agencies on method and patterns, trends, and suspect correlations. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications Skills and Knowledge Ability to acquire skills and knowledge in the fields of science, anatomy, and forensics as they apply to criminal investigations; also knowledge of police terminology and records. Ability to learn safe operations of handling equipment, and knowledge of departmental policies, procedures and relations. Skills in collection of organization of data and the ability to prepare for testimony in a criminal court case.

Knowledge of how to set up and maintain accurate files and records in both crime analysis and crime scene. Knowledge of computer language, computer keyboards, and related equipment. Must be familiar with investigative techniques, and local, state and federals laws.

Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (oral and written). Ability to prioritize, organize and accomplish daily tasks. Education State Certified High School diploma or GED Bachelor Degree in a Science forensic field, Criminal Justice or Police Science, or Associated Degree in criminal justice, police science, or science field along with 3-5 years of specialized forensic experience Requirements: Valid Oklahoma State Driver's License Supplemental Info Physical and Environmental Requirements: The following physical and environmental activities and conditions represent those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Activities None Under 1/3 To 2/3 Over 2/3 Physical Activities None Under 1/3 To 2/3 Over 2/3 Stand X Lift over 100 pounds X Walk X Work Indoors X Sit X Work Outdoors X Use hands to finger, Handle, or feel X Normal Vision with or without corrective lenses - close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, night vision, and adjust focus. Low to Moderate Noise Level Climb or balance X Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, run or jump X Talk or hear X Taste or Smell X Lift up to 25 pounds X Lift up to 50 pounds X This is a Safety Sensitive position: This job has been classified as a "safety sensitive" position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. In this position, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, which might include random testing.

Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a Medical Marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for Marijuana. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.