Forensic Services Trainee

New Search Login Page Position Description Forensic Services Trainee Working Title Forensic Services Trainee

• Latent Fingerprint Section Department/Division Police

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Administrative Division Job Type Full Time Apply Now Requisition ID:

48986

Work Location:

Police

• Leroy Drive facility

Pay Range:

G21, $46,904.00

• $72,696.

00

Starting Salary:

Depending upon

Qualifications Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday, 0800-1630 (Hours may vary)

Part Time Hours/Wk:

Job Open Date:

5/14/26

Application Deadline:

5/28/26

Job Duties:

The Virginia Beach Police Department's Forensic Sciences Unit (FSU) is part of the Investigative Division, alongside the Detective Bureau and Special Investigations Bureau. FSU employs nineteen civilian and ancillary employees in two distinct sections (crime scene investigations and latent fingerprint examinations). The Latent Fingerprint Section analyzes latent fingerprint evidence from approximately 500 cases annually. This Trainee position will work towards an understanding of the foundational principles of fingerprint examination including scientific and comprehensive friction ridge analysis, comparison, evaluation, and verification. The selected candidate will receive on the job training and technical instruction provided by the department . The anticipated start date for this position would be mid to late July 2026. Duties and responsibilities of the Trainee while in the program include: Begins and progresses through latent fingerprint examination training program Gains knowledge in: Analysis of friction ridge impressions to determine sufficiency of the quality and minutia content for comparison. Comparison of friction ridge impressions to known standards, including operation of the Multimodal Biometric Identification System (MBIS). Evaluation of similarities/dissimilarities between known and questioned prints to arrive at conclusions of identification, exclusion, or inconclusive. Verification/peer review of friction ridge examinations. Document/maintain accurate and comprehensive records. Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on then current workloads and department needs. The City offers a generous benefits package , which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.

Please Note:

This is a trainee/apprenticeship position, and all required training will be paid for by the City. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship program, the incumbent will be eligible for progression to a Forensic Specialist I position. If the apprentice voluntarily separates from City employment or is terminated for cause within one (1) year of successful completion of the program, they will be required to repay 100% of tuition payments made by the City during the twelve (12) months immediately preceding their last date of employment.

Disqualifiers:

The following is a listing of "disqualifiers" or concerns that could result in you not being selected for employment. Please give consideration to these factors before applying. This is not an exhaustive listing.

Criminal History :

Conviction of any felony or any crime involving moral turpitude (crimes contrary to justice, honesty, or good morals). Conviction of any Class 1 or Class 2 misdemeanor, excluding traffic violations which are discussed separately, or the Virginia State Law equivalent within the last 5 years.

Traffic Violations :

Any conviction of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, refusal to take blood or breath test, eluding police, racing, or leaving the scene of an accident within the last 5 years.

Drugs :

Any involvement in the sale of illegal drugs as an adult. Any illegal use or possession of any illegal drug, including but not limited to heroin, cocaine, hallucinogens, or any derivative thereof (except marijuana) within the last five years. Illegal possession of anabolic steroids within the last 36 months.

Official City Job Description:

Working Conditions:

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS

• Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to three (3) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and associated with such positions as evidence technician or related position or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina driver's license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV driver's license eligibility requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have or obtain a Virginia State Police database operator certification upon completion of training.
• Must successfully complete a police background investigation, including polygraph examination.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript:

Required CDL:

Not Required DOT History:

Not Required CPS Check:

Not Required Physical:

Not Required Respirator:

Not Required Polygraph Review:

Required Psychological Screening:

Not Required Attachments Required:

Preferences:

• Strong Preference for candidate to have Degree in Forensic Science or one of the physical science fields (Biology, Chemistry, etc.)
• Completion of an internship in latent print examination
• College/University-level coursework in latent print examination
• Prior experience and/or training in latent print examination

Special Instructions:

Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting. Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process. You will not be able to access the details of this job ad once the closing date has passed. If you would like to retain this information, please take a screen shot or print using your browser's printing capability.

V RS Contribution:

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace:

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace. Back Share Apply Now