Fingerprint Examiner - HC624015

Location: Southern Support & Training HQ, Netley

Salary: SO1/SO2, £37,020 - £42,612 per annum + 14% shift allowance and weekend working enhancement

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Tuesday 12th May 2026 at 23:59 hours

You will use quality assured processes to analyse, compare and evaluate friction-ridge detail within finger, palm or foot impressions obtained from crime scenes. Use computerised and/or manual reference samples to identify individuals to assist with the investigation, detection and prevention of crime.

You will be establishing the identity of the donor of finger, palm or foot impressions. Manage evidential material in line with standard operating procedures to maintain the integrity, continuity, and security of the exhibit(s) for the purpose of the investigative process and court proceedings.

You will be accurately documenting and reporting evidential findings and outcomes, ensuring compliance with the Forensic Science Regulator's Code of Practice. Assisting investigations and supporting the criminal justice process through the provision of accurate and timely reporting, relevant supporting information and disclosure materials.

Please note: You will have good eyesight which meets the prevailing standards at the time, with or without correction, in order to perform the detailed and meticulous work associated with the role. Participation in an eyesight testing every two years is mandatory.

If you would like to know more about this role please take a look at the full role profile Fingerprint Examiner.

As members of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary police staff you will have access to a wide benefits package , including but not limited to:

Family friendly policies supporting those with caring responsibilities.

Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 24 days in addition to public holidays, rising to 29 after five years' service.

Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

Retail, holiday and leisure discounts through Hampshire Police Leisure and Sports Club or Blue Light Card.

Excellent wellbeing support and access to Employee Assistance Programme.

Staff representation groups and inclusion network.

• Educated to QCF Level 3 OR work experience deemed to have brought the role holder to a comparable level.
• For applicants already trained / qualified as a Fingerprint Examiner, trained and passed the Advance Practical Assessment set by a College of Policing licensed training provider.
• Have experience and be demonstrably competent in applying fingerprint identification techniques.
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills which support the ability to make reasoned decisions in a logical, efficient and effective manner.
• Proficient computer literacy and competent keyboard user.
• Proven ability to prioritise workload and work in a demanding environment methodically undertaking complex tasks with a meticulous attention to detail to deliver accurate, quality assured results.
• Proven experience of communicating and providing information in an understandable format for the end user, in line with procedural guidelines.
• Self motivated with the ability to use own initiative to manage a demanding workload in order to meet operational deadlines.
• Experience in the use of Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (e.g. Ident1).
• Experience in the application of fingerprint identification techniques, using the Analysis, Comparison, Evaluation and Verification (ACE v) methodology and the concept of Quantitative Qualitative Friction Ridge Analysis.
• A sound understanding of fingerprint and forensic processes and how they contribute to both the investigative and criminal justice processes.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is an inclusive employer and strives to have a workforce representative of the communities we police and serve. We recognise that we are not fully representative and are working to address this imbalance through a variety of initiatives.

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary is an equal opportunities employer that positively promotes flexible working, enabling officers and staff to achieve a healthy work life balance whilst meeting operational requirements.

The Equality Act 2010 allows us to promote equality within Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary by adopting Positive Action to support people from under represented groups. Our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The Positive Action team is available to provide support through the application and assessment process by contacting:

The Disability Confident campaign aims to remove barriers, increase understanding and ensure that people have opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations. We will accommodate requests for reasonable adjustments where possible throughout our recruitment and promotion processes and encourage anyone requiring reasonable adjustments to disclose this at the earliest opportunity.