DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT SERVICES
For Reference Only
CLASS CODE: 8415
PAY GRADE: 019
CLASS TITLE: FINGERPRINT ANALYST
ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)
This is work analyzing fingerprint data by making detailed visual comparisons of inked fingerprint
images displayed on a microfilm reader or the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any
one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from
assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)
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Encodes fingerprints into AFIS, conducts searches and verifies match reports.
Analyzes name search results and determines need for additional name or fingerprint
classification searches.
Compares submitted fingerprint cards with hard copy fingerprint cards, microfilm or AFIS
images of fingerprint records maintained by the department.
Verifies identifications performed by other fingerprint personnel.
Classifies fingerprint cards using the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), Henry and AFIS.
Consolidates two or more fingerprint records on the same person into one criminal history
record.
Serves in a liaison capacity with law enforcement agencies on fingerprint identification matters.
Analyzes fingerprint output data as a result of a search through AFIS.
Enters and modifies inked fingerprints into AFIS.
Presents expert testimony in courts of law.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those
needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable
for individual positions in the employing agency.)
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Knowledge of fingerprint identification, verification and classification techniques.
8415-FINGERPRINT ANALYST-CS
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Knowledge of the Henry, AFIS and NCIC systems of classifying fingerprints.
Knowledge of the correct procedures of handling and preserving physical evidence.
Knowledge of the correct procedures of handling and preserving physical evidence.
Ability to block out and classify fingerprint cards.
Ability to analyze and interpret fingerprint data.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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A high school diploma or its equivalent and 2 years of experience in a criminal justice agency
and completion of the Fingerprint Analyst Trainee Program; or
Completion of an approved course in the science of fingerprinting and one year of fingerprint
identification experience.
College education from an accredited institution can substitute at the rate of 30 semester or 45
quarter hours for each year of the required experience in a criminal justice agency.
Vocational/technical training in a law enforcement or criminal justice agency can substitute for
the required experience at the rate of 720 classroom hours per year.
EFFECTIVE:
12/16/1992
HISTORY:
08/12/1992
10/28/1991
01/01/1984