Victoria Police
Forensic Services
Lab Operations - Biometric Services Division
Fingerprint Sciences Group (FSG)
Fingerprint Examiner (FO-3) - Ongoing position available.
About the Unit:
Fingerprint Sciences Group:
- The primary functions of the FSG are the recovery and identification of fingerprint evidence from casework and the maintenance and administration of known fingerprint samples in accordance with Section 464 of the Victorian Crimes Fingerprint Act 1958. Evidence from crime scenes and samples from unknown persons are examined to recover and identify fingerprint evidence and link persons of interest to casework.
The FSG provides a range of services which include:
- Crime scene and exhibit examinations
- Processing evidence from crime scenes
- Processing and management of 10 print fingerprint forms
- Forensic intelligence and support to frontline members
- Providing evidence in Courts of Law
About the role:
Contribute to ensuring a high level of fingerprint service delivery, providing technical and administrative support in relation to fingerprint casework management and evidence recovery.
As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:
- Independently perform and manage professional fingerprint work.
- Examine crime scenes for development and recovery of latent fingerprints and attend disaster scenes/mortuary to fingerprint unidentified deceased persons.
- Examine exhibits to develop and recover fingerprint evidence
- Processing and management of ten print fingerprint records on the National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS).
- Interact and liaise with stakeholders to provide specialised information.
- Operate the National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS) and other office and laboratory equipment as required.
- Classify, search, compare and file fingerprint sets and latent fingerprints.
- Prepare and present evidence for judicial purposes.
- Undertake technical and administrative reviews of casework.
- Assist in the development of policy and the identification, development, and implementation of new or improved procedures and protocols.
- Supervise, mentor and train colleagues in line with professional development programs.
- Supervise and/or engage in innovation and research projects.
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of fingerprint techniques, methods and procedures
Skills & Experience
As the successful applicant, you will have:
- Scientific/technical achievement, ability to interpret examinations and to successfully present technical and discipline related knowledge and advice to scientific/technical and non-scientific personnel at all levels, particularly in a Court context.
- Proven commitment to quality in casework and/or research or the ability to provide it.
- Well-developed specialist subject knowledge with an emphasis on forensic science.
- Proven ability to work autonomously and/or within a team environment.
- Ability to conduct scene examinations where little or no supervisory advice is available.
- Demonstrated Conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- An understanding of the customer service requirements of the position and a demonstrated record of strong commitment and achievement in meeting customer needs.
- A proven record of ethical behaviour and a demonstrated commitment to the Victoria Police Code of Ethicsand Conduct and the Organisational Values.
Requirements and relevant information:
- Ongoing FO-3 Fingerprint Examiner role available.
- Position is located at 31 Forensic Drive Macleod, Victoria.
- A relevant tertiary qualification is required.
- Complete the relevant discipline specific graduate certificate.
- Possess a current Victorian Driver Licence and qualify for an appropriate Victoria Police driving authority within three (3) months.
- Undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.
- Work after hours, weekends and public holidays (shift work).
- The successful candidate will be required to provide a DNA sample (buccal swab) for use in laboratory quality control procedures (elimination purposes only)
- The incumbent will be required to work outside the normal daily hours and attend secondary locations.
How to apply
Your application must include:
- Resume,
- Completed application form - attached to the job advertisement. You must respond to the questions in the application form and attach same for your submission to be complete.
Applications close 11:59pm, Tuesday 8th September 2026.
Applications will not be accepted via email.
For further information on this role contact: Tracie Gould on 03 9450-3452 or via email [email protected] .
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team via email [email protected]
About Us:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.
Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.
In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.
We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work."
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.
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