Performs work of considerable difficulty involving the monitoring of photographic chemicals to insure quality print production. Determines the most appropriate development or reproduction technique and monitors quality control within the laboratory using knowledge of printing techniques, equipment and standard operating procedures for the laboratory. Insures that all prints are produced efficiently and in accordance with the needs of the forensic photographers and other interested parties. Maintains all records and supplies for the laboratory. Receives general direction from the assistant bureau director or other agency administrator.
Technical guidance is provided by a forensic scientist as needed.
Work affects the accuracy and quality of photographic development for photos, documents and fingerprints which are used as evidence by a wide array of law enforcement agencies. Forensic evaluations are dependent upon the quality of photographs which are produced under strict quality control laboratory procedures. Improper processing or destruction of film jeopardizes forensic evaluations. The Qualifications Guide should be used for classification and compensation analysis. Recruitment and selection standards must be based on job related knowledges, skills and abilities as indicated in the position description.