SUPERVISOR OF IDENTIFICATION
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To land Supervisor of Identification in New Jersey you go through the competitive route: you sit an announced exam and the score puts you on the eligible list agencies hire from.
The one gate is 6 years of relevant experience. The FY 2027 range lands between $63,663 and $92,953, and state payroll lists a single employee in the title, at Corrections.
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Supervisor of Identification appears on the State payroll at one department, Department of Corrections.
State departments
| Employer | Employees |
|---|---|
| Department of Corrections | 1 |
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Who employs this title
State payroll records show 1 person working under this title. The median actual salary is $84,150. The agencies employing the most are:
- Corrections (1)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under the direction of a supervisor in the Department of Corrections, coordinates and oversees the intake and identification process of inmates and the identification of custody staff; supervises the photography, fingerprinting, and other activities and staff assigned to Identification Units; coordinates DNA sample collection and processing; participates in pre-release activities for selected offenders; does other related duties. NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
Examples of work
Supervises the activities and staff assigned to the Identification Units in the Department's institutions and the Central Office. Supervises the fingerprinting and safeguarding of fingerprints for inmates, civilian employees, custody staff, volunteers and contracted employees; reviews fingerprints for clarity. Supervises the digital photography of inmates, civilian employees, custody staff, volunteers and contracted employees. Supervises the digital imaging, identification and documentation of birthmarks, scars, tattoos or other identifiable bodily marks for all inmates. Supervises the scanning and electronic input of fingerprint, photographic and other inmate information and documentation. Supervises the receipt, processing and distribution of identification records from the courts and other law enforcement agencies. Maintains and updates manual and electronic database files used to store, retrieve and provide inmate information. Coordinates DNA sample collection and processing; collects and verifies inmate information, forwards samples to the State Police and electronically records sample results. Conducts background checks on prospective employees and volunteers. Participates in pre-release and registration activities for selected offenders; interviews offenders and assists them with the documentation required to complete the registration process. Compiles the materials needed to make determinations on the release or retention of inmates. Supervises the distribution of documents and materials on escapees to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. Assists investigators in the processing of crime scenes; lifts and dusts for fingerprints, photographs crime scenes and collects evidence. Classifies and compares fingerprints. Provides guidance and instruction to Identification Officers and supervises their work performance. Trains investigators in the techniques used to dust, lift and match fingerprints. Prepares and supervises the preparation of reports. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
Experience
Six (6) years of experience in the intake and identification process of inmates, including fingerprinting, identification photography, and the processing of identification records, two (2) years of which shall have included responsibility for the identification and comparison of fingerprints, evidence collection and crime scene photography and, supervisory responsibility of identification staff.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the methods used to take and safeguard fingerprints. Knowledge of the methods used to classify and compare fingerprints. Knowledge of the methods used in identification photography. Knowledge of the methods used to lift and dust for fingerprints. Knowledge of the methods used to gather information. Ability to supervise the fingerprinting and safeguarding of fingerprints and other identification materials. Ability to provide assignments and instruction to staff and supervise their work performance. Ability to supervise the digital photography of inmates and staff, and the digital imaging of identifiable body marks. Ability to lift and dust for fingerprints, photograph crime scenes and collect evidence. Ability to supervise the receipt, processing, input and distribution of essential information. Ability to coordinate DNA sample collection. Ability to conduct background checks. Ability to compile and distribute documents and materials. Ability to prepare reports. Ability to establish and maintain essential records and files. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential duties of the position after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.