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Police Identification and Records Officers

District Of Columbia

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Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and civil cases.

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Yearly Projected Openings: Not Available

Typical Hourly Wage: $38.83 - $62.42

Typical Annual Salary: $80,800 - $129,800

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Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: 1 to 5 years

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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Maintain records of evidence and write and review reports.
Package, store and retrieve evidence.
Analyze and process evidence at crime scenes and in the laboratory, wearing protective equipment and using powders and chemicals.
Dust selected areas of crime scene and lift latent fingerprints, adhering to proper preservation procedures.
Submit evidence to supervisors, crime labs, or court officials for legal proceedings.
Photograph crime or accident scenes for evidence records.
Identify, compare, classify, and file fingerprints using systems such as Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) or the Henry Classification System.
Look for trace evidence, such as fingerprints, hairs, fibers, or shoe impressions, using alternative light sources when necessary.
Testify in court and present evidence.
Process film and prints from crime or accident scenes.

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