Job Opportunity: American Systems Latent Print Technichian

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is looking for Jr Latent Print Technicians! This position is responsible for supporting a team of forensic specialists in executing a government agency mission. This person will demonstrate the ability to perform and administer laboratory operations supporting forensic latent print processing in accordance with established practices and procedures. The individual will be able to apply scientific and administrative concepts and procedures and streamline those activities to maximize throughput while maintaining strict high quality standards. Must be effective communicator in both oral and written products. Should have knowledge of law enforcement and DOD forensic methods and practices and be capable of working easily with both approaches to forensic analyses. Requires understanding of analysis techniques for recovery and analysis of fingerprint, DNA and trace evidence.

An information session will be held Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 10:00AM on campus in Susquehanna Hall room 1120.  American Systems will conduct interviews on the spot with all viable candidates. Please dress business casual and bring a copy of your resume!

 Responsibilities:

• Process a wide range of complex forensic material associates with IEDs using advanced physical and chemical processes and light sources to include laser, alternate light source and reflected ultraviolet imaging system (RUVIS)

• Recognize developed latent prints during each processing method and preserve in manner to ensure that an image can be captured

• Practice efficient team approaches and techniques to help minimize the processing time of forensic material.

• Prepare detailed notes and reports of examinations and conclusions

• Maintain proper chain of custody of all forensic material under examination

• Ad hoc and administrative support as needed to fulfill mission

Competency/Knowledge:

• Experience processing forensic material for latent prints

• Knowledge of forensic disciplines associated scientific theory, principles and practices

• Experience in operation of forensic laboratories

• Knowledgeable on criminal justice system rules of evidence and familiar with applicable federal policies and procedures

• Knowledgeable of MS Office Suite, Project and Visio

• Familiar with systems used in retaining DNA, fingerprint and trace evidence

Education/Experience:

Associates degree in Forensic Science, Chemistry or related physical or life science from an accredited university/college, or equivalent experience (2 years work experience equivalent to one year post-secondary education). Preferred 1 year recent experience at a latent print technician.

Top Secret clearance required

If you would like to see more detail on our openings, you can go to our careers page: http://www.americansystems.com/Careers/Pages/Overview.aspx  type in “latent” in the key word search and many requisitions will appear.  We, of course, would welcome the opportunity to connect with more senior candidates for more senior positions.

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