FINGERPRINT/RECORDS EXAMINER 1 - Underfill Fingerprint/Records Examiner II APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY - $48,086.64 to $70,282.08 PAY GRADE: 28 The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. Generally, salaries start at the lowest level of a step 1 and increase with each year of service to the highest level of a step 10. For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below. In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed. JOB INFORMATION Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location. Department: Public Safety (http://dps.nv.gov/) Division: Records, Communications and Compliance Location: Carson, Minden, Gardnerville, Genoa Job Class Code: 11.135 RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Announcement Number: 50436 Open to current classified employees in the specified Department, with at least 6 months of continuous, full-time equivalent service. Posted 02/07/2025 Close Date: 02/14/2025 Recruiter: KARI HOLCOMB Phone: (775)684-4475 Email: k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us Applications accepted for another 6 Days 2 Hrs 51 Mins The Position Fingerprint/Records Examiners and Supervisors perform or oversee detailed and precise analysis of fingerprints or palm prints submitted by federal, State, and local criminal justice agencies and applicant contributors whereby prints are submitted for employment/licensing background checks as well as other civil purposes as authorized by federal and State law. The purpose of the work is to identify and maintain identification files based solely on the use of fingerprints and palm prints in Nevada's criminal history records. Separate files consisting of adult offenders, juvenile offenders and applicant records are maintained and updated using rolled and simultaneous ten-print fingerprint cards, palm prints, and the associated record entry contained in an automated record file, whereby authorized users may make computer inquiries of the file for arrest information and/or identification purposes. Incumbents perform progressively responsible assignments to learn the basic elements, methods, and procedures involved in fingerprint classification, identification and ordered filing. All work is reviewed for accuracy and quality and for determining the incumbent's level of abilities, knowledge, and progression. This is the trainee level in the series and incumbents may progress to the next level in the series upon meeting minimum qualifications, satisfactory work performance and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Fingerprint/Records Examiners and Supervisors perform or oversee detailed and precise analysis of fingerprints or palm prints submitted by federal, State, and local criminal justice agencies and applicant contributors whereby prints are submitted for employment/licensing background checks as well as other civil purposes as authorized by federal and State law. The purpose of the work is to identify and maintain identification files based solely on the use of fingerprints and palm prints in Nevada's criminal history records. Separate files consisting of adult offenders, juvenile offenders and applicant records are maintained and updated using rolled and simultaneous ten-print fingerprint cards, palm prints, and the associated record entry contained in an automated record file, whereby authorized users may make computer inquiries of the file for arrest information and/or identification purposes. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This position is a Fingerprint /Records Examiner II being underfilled as a Fingerprint Records Examiner I, with the opportunity for promotion to the Fingerprint Records Examiner II after two successful years as a Fingerprint Records Examiner I and with the approval of the appointing authority. Until the incumbent is able to work independently, the shift will be Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm. After the training period, the shift will either be Tuesday through Saturday 8 am to 5 pm or Sunday through Thursday 8 am to 5 pm. The purpose of the work is to identify and maintain identification files based solely on the use of fingerprints in Nevada's Criminal History Records Repository. The incumbent will be required to testify in court as a fingerprint examiner expert when summoned to appear. Incumbents are required to obtain NCIC and NCJIS certification within six months of appointment and be recertified every two years as a condition of continuing employment. The incumbent will also be required to attend and successfully complete a 40 hour class within the first year of employment in the classification and/or identification of fingerprints using the Henry and NCIC systems of classification for continued employment. The division will provide this training. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. THE DIVISION OF GENERAL SERVICES DOES NOT CONDUCT PHONE INTERVIEWS. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class\_Specifications-11\_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Associate's degree in criminal justice from an accredited college or university; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of experience working in a criminal justice agency which included compiling and evaluating information, processing criminal justice documents, and/or explaining laws or regulations; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required, and incumbents may be called back after hours to perform special fingerprint searches. Appointment is subject to successful completion of an extensive background investigation including State and FBI fingerprint submission. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/ More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868 Division of Human Resource Management Southern Nevada 7251 Amigo St, Suite 120 Las Vegas, NV 89119TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868 The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. 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