Forensic photographer qualifications

Forensic photographer qualifications

In this post, you can re requirements needed for Forensic photographer position. The standard job qualification includes: education/knowledge, skills, abilities (KSA model, core competency), experience, license, qualities, training courses, physical requirements, degree or certificates…

I. Job qualifications

1. Experience in photographic documentation of evidence.
2. Knowledge of forensic disciplines associated scientific theory, principles and practices. Experience in operation of forensic laboratories.
3. Knowledgeable on criminal justice system rules of evidence and familiar with applicable federal policies and procedures.
4. Knowledgeable of MS Office Suite, Project and Visio
5. Familiar with systems used in retaining DNA, fingerprint and trace evidence.
6. Familiar with the use of the FBI's Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System (IAFIS) Latent Print Workstation (LPW) or Universal Latent Workstation (ULW) to enhance and/or upload ink/latent prints.
7. Minimum Associate degree from an accredited university/college or technical school, or H.S. diploma and equivalent work experience
8. Preferred 4-6 years of experience I photographic documentation of evidence with total of 10 years experience.

II. Key skills employers are looking for

Below are top 7 skills/abilities that every employers are looking for, you should pay attention to them:

1. Adaptability/Flexibility
2. Dependability/Reliability/Responsibility
3. Teamwork
4. Positive Attitude
5. Professionalism
6. Willingness to Learn
7. Communications Skills