ICITAP Latent Print Advisor

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Amentum is supporting the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) in providing specialized training, advisory and mentoring services to host nations under the Criminal Division’s International Criminal Investigative Training and Assistance Program (ICITAP).  https://www.justice.gov/criminal-icitap.  

ICITAP is a cornerstone of America’s global strategy for combating transnational crime, terrorism, countering trafficking in persons, establishing rule of law and enhancing human rights in developing countries.  Amentum is the contract service provider to the DOJ ICITAP and Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training (OPDAT) programs. 

Please Note: This is an Independent Contractor position with Amentum, it should not be considered an employment relationship with Amentum.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Amentum is currently seeking a qualified candidate to serve as an ad hoc Forensic Latent Print Advisor in Various countries. The Forensic Latent Print Advisor is the principal subject matter expert in latent fingerprint examinations.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The advisor mentors host-country experts on training, techniques and procedures used in the collection, preservation, examination, analysis, and court production of latent print evidence with an emphasis on ISO/IEC 17020 and/or 17025 accreditation requirements.
• The advisor is responsible for advising and training host country experts on the recovery of latent prints using chemical and other techniques on various substrates; evaluation of the quality of latent prints to determine suitability for comparison and/or database submission; and comparisons of inked and latent finger, palm, and footprints to known standards.
• The advisor mentors on the use of equipment and reagents such as magnification devices, digital cameras, light sources, fingerprint powder, chemical fume hoods, and related chemicals; expert testimony; Automated Biometric Identification System database utilization; development of standard operating procedures; and determination of best practices in workflow efficiency.
• The advisor will also work with various US officials from Departments of State (DoS) and Justice (DOJ).
• Duties also include facilitating meetings; leading working groups; developing reports and specialized papers; reviewing and editing policies; and conducting briefings.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in forensic science, physics, biology, molecular biology, chemistry or related fields from a US Department of Education recognized institution.
• Minimum experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of forensic science experience progressively increasing forensic experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related latent print examination experience in an ISO 17025 or 17020 accredited facility.
• Additional Skills:
  • Demonstrated experience tasking and coordinating training in resource-poor environments.
  • Experience working independently and without direction.
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 or equivalent.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust certification from the U.S. DOJ.
• Clearable:  Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Waiver US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Public Trust Waiver Clearance.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional Certification, Certified Latent Print Examiner (CLPE) through the International Association for Identification (IAI) or equivalent.
• Experience supervising or managing latent print forensic analysis activities.
• Demonstrated experience in QA/QC inspections and validation for forensic facilities.
• Continuing education demonstrated through publications, presentations, coursework, internships, or certifications; and,
• Language and foreign service skills/experience.
• Experience training or advising foreign officials.

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