Police Identification and Records Officers

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

Job Task

• 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.
• Identify, classify, and file fingerprints, using systems such as the Henry Classification system.
• Look for trace evidence, such as fingerprints, hairs, fibers, or shoe impressions, using alternative light sources when necessary.
• Package, store and retrieve evidence.
• Photograph crime or accident scenes for evidence records.
• Process film and prints from crime or accident scenes.
• Submit evidence to supervisors.
• Testify in court and present evidence.
• Perform emergency work during off-hours.
• Serve as technical advisor and coordinate with other law enforcement workers to exchange information on crime scene collection activities.

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