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Property/Evidence Clerk
Forensic Specialist IV (Latent Print Examiner)
Property/Evidence Clerk
The city of Golden, CO is currently seeking applications for the position of Property/Evidence Clerk.
Closing Date: Open from September 3, 2010, until filled (posted 09/01/10)
Salary: $14.00/hr, 20-24 hours/wk
Nature of Work: Under the guidance and supervision of the Crime Scene/Evidence Specialist, assists with a multitude of duties assigned to
Property/Evidence. Utilization of processes and procedures including but not limited to: Securing, storing, and disposing of seized evidence and
property; researching and cataloging lost and stolen property to determine ownership, and releases such property to rightful owner.
Requirements: High school diploma or (G.E.D.) Two (2) years experience in records management, inventory control, or related field. Specific
experience in evidence custody preferred. Knowledge of standard and specialized computer programs and software. Ability to learn and function
within the department’s computer system. Formal training in evidence techniques working with a law enforcement agency desired.
To Apply: Apply online http://www.goldengov.org, or contact Amanda Montano.
Forensic Specialist IV (Latent Print Examiner)
The Kansas City Police Regional Criminalistics Division is seeking applicants for the position of Forensic Specialist IV (Latent Print Examiner).
Closing Date: Open until filled (posted 07/04/10)
Salary: $40,320-$71,364 plus benefits
Nature of Work: Duties include the examination of evidence for the presence of latent prints; preparation of latent print development reagents;
conducting comparisons of latent prints to finger and palm prints; entry of latent prints into AFIS; documenting findings through notes, images,
etc.; preparing written reports; testifying as an expert witness; and occasionally responding to crimes scenes.
Requirements: a bachelor's degree with science emphasis from a 4-year accredited college/university; International Association for Identification
Certification as a Latent Print Examiner. Applicants will be subject to an extensive background investigation including employment history
verification, education/training verification, criminal record check, polygraph examination, drug screening and will be required to obtain Kansas
City, Missouri residency within 9 months of employment.
To Apply: submit résumé or curriculum vitae and three references to: Carl Carlson, Supervisor, Kansas City Police Crime Laboratory, 6633
Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64131
FBI Latent Hit of the Year
The FBI Latent Hit of the Year are videos that recognize officers and latent examiners in law enforcement, promotes the use of the FBI database, and encourages other agencies to submit nominations for future Latent Hit of the Year awards.
The FBI Latent Hit of the Year award was created in response to a request from the local and state law enforcement community for more details on major violent crime cases solved with the assistance of the Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System (IAFIS). The award, which goes to an outstanding latent examiner or officer who worked the case, is presented annually at the International Association for Identification conference. If you are interested in submitting a success story for consideration as a "Latent Hit of the Year," contact the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services Division at FBILatentHit@leo.gov.
Industry Newsletters
Below are links to other industry newsletters that might be of interest to you.Results of the RMDIAI ElectionCrime Prevention Examiner Many of you know Tom Adair, who has recently begun writing for Examiner.com on crime prevention. Tom will be writing 3-4 articles a week for them on a variety of topics. The articles are designed for the average citizen and Tom hopes that those in law enforcement might keep them in mind for citizen's and their issues they may encounter in the field. RMD members can subscribe for free to the articles and will be alerted by e-mail of new postings. Just click on the link above and then hit the subscribe tab to the right of Tom's name. If anyone has a topic they want Tom to address (new scams, crime trends, etc) please e-mail him via the Bio link next to Tom's name.
Dactylogram (offered via the Pacific Northwest Division of the International Association for Identification website) is a unique electronic newsletter designed to provide the reader with current information on friction ridge skin identification, while also allowing direct access to additional resources on the world wide web.
Evidence Technology Magazine is published for the crime-scene investigation units of law-enforcement agencies. It is dedicated to the technology of evidence collection, processing, and preservation. Get your FREE subscription.
Forensic Magazine Forensic Magazine is among today's leading trade publications focusing exclusively on the field of forensics. Published 6 times a year, it has been hailed by industry experts as an authoritative, trusted publication. Designed to help forensics specialists keep current with today's demands, each issue features valuable trade tips, invigorating articles and more. Apply today for a FREE Forensic Magazine subscription!
Information Bulletin for Shoeprint/Toolmark Examiners The European Network of Forensic Science Institutes (ENFSI) offers an information bulletin for shoeprint and toolmark examiners. Examiners interested in a free subscription should contact Anja Ytti.
The Forensic Technology Review Covers the latest technologies, equipment and services available to forensic investigation teams worldwide. It is designed to be a useful, free to access and reader friendly source of information / reference for forensic investigators working both externally at crime scenes and in a laboratory environment.
Officers and Board Members for 2010:
Chair: Andi Smith
President: Brenda Harris
Vice President: Ken Poneranz
Executive Secretary: Mitzi Staufer
Membership Secretary: Julie Kovats Fulton
Treasurer: Wendy Kipple
Editor: Michael Reid
Webmaster: Kathy Harding
Historian: Cheri McAlister
Directors: LeAnne Dingman Speer, Bob Patterson, Bethany Smith, Kevin Torres
Congratulations on your positions!
Colorado AFIS Users Group
Next CAUG Meeting: TBDCrime Scene Certification
Location: TBD
Contact: Bob PattersonChair: Bob Patterson, Lakewood PD, robpat@lakewoodco.orgVice Chair: Dennis Davenport, Commerce City PD, ddavenport@c3gov.comSecretary: Chris Pardo, Westminster PD, cpardo@ci.westminster.co.us
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