Police Identification and Records Officers

Help gather evidence at a crime scene, catalogue and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in court.

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Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and civil cases.
Leadership
HIGH
Critical decision making
HIGH
Level of responsibilities
HIGH
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
HIGH
Dealing and handling conflict
HIGH
Competition for this position
HIGH
Communication with others
HIGH
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Competition for this position
Critical decision making
Level of responsibilities
Physical demands
Dealing and handling conflicts
Leadership
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Exposure to job hazards
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Comfort of the work setting
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Communication with others

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