Register of Interest - Forensic Fingerprint Examiner (Expert)

Register of Interest Details

JOB TITLE - Register of Interest - Forensic Fingerprint Examiner (Expert)

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND - Band 06 ($107,559.00 - 118,673.00) plus 22% composite allowance

VACANCY REFERENCE NUMBER - 14748

CONTACT OFFICER - Nathan Scudder, nathan.scudder@afp.gov.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE - 11:59pm (AEST) 29/04/2026

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The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
• 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Role Summary

The AFP are world leaders in forensic science and technical intelligence. Forensics is an essential enabler of frontline policing in both the physical and virtual criminal environments. The AFP Forensics area provide a foundation of innovation and collaborative problem solving, examining complex evidence, information and situations. By doing this, AFP Forensics provides solutions that keep pace with the criminal and national security environment.

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Member (Band 6) within the AFP Forensic, Fingerprints Team. As a Team Member Fingerprints, you will contribute to the achievement of business, investigation and intelligence outcomes through the provision of specialist forensic (fingerprint) examinations, analysis and specialist technical skills.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

• Ensuring outputs are achieved within the strategic direction of the AFP
• Maintaining currency in fingerprint science expertise through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
• Laboratory and scene based Evidence recovery roles
• Searching, comparison and identification of fingerprints and the collection of fingerprints from deceased persons
• Maintaining the national fingerprint database
• Providing accurate, timely and impartial Forensic evidence to the courts
• Providing a guiding, mentoring and advisory role to junior fingerprint trainees as required
• Contributing to research and capability development projects
• Providing accurate and professional technical advice to domestic and international agency partners
• Performing other duties as required

Desirable Skills

• Australasian Forensic Science Assessment Body (AFSAB) qualification OR an equivalent Graduate Certificate in Fingerprint Examination OR a formal international qualification related to your fingerprint expertise is a Mandatory Requirement.
• Minimum 4 years contemporary experience related to Fingerprint sciences.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively to achieve outcomes.

Required Application Documentation

This Register of Interest is for upcoming opportunities in Forensics Command. Applicants may be contacted as opportunities arise if they are considered suitable. No correspondence or outcome will be provided to applicants who are not considered for the opportunity.

As part of your Register of Interest you will be required to submit the following documents:

• Resume/CV – Please outline your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the role requirements and work level standards for Band 6.
• Copy of your AFSAB qualification, or equivalent Graduate Certificate (fingerprints), or international formal qualification related to your fingerprint expertise.

This is a Register of Interest only and not a merit based process. Applicants will not receive any feedback or outcome regarding their application. You may be contacted by the AFP should we wish to discuss any upcoming opportunities.

Employment Suitablity

Should you successfully progress from the Register of Interest all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship.  This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.