Criminal History Specialist

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Hiring Agency:

State Patrol - Agency 64

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$17.498

Job Posting:

JR2025-Criminal History Specialist (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

0

Job Description:

Do you seek a position in a fast-paced environment that makes a difference in the safety of your community Are you a detail-oriented self-driven and want to make a difference If yes the Nebraska State Patrol Criminal Identification Division NCHIP Team is a great team for you! Join our team to support the highest quality of law enforcement and ensure safe communities in Nebraska. As a Criminal History Specialist the primary role of the Administrative Technician is to research records in the Patrol Criminal History system and other criminal justice databases to complete criminal history records.

As the central repository of fingerprint-based criminal history records for the State of Nebraska Under immediate to general supervision the NCHIP (National Criminal History Improvement Program) team is responsible for the accuracy of the Patrol Criminal History Database (PCH) which is the database housing our states criminal history information. This position is responsible for manually reviewing verifying and modifying fingerprint-based criminal history records to ensure the accuracy of this information per state statute prior to dissemination to authorized requestors. The information contained within PCH is sent to the FBIs Interstate Identification Index (III) via the Combined Law Enforcement Information Network (CLEIN) Message Switch for nationwide availability of Nebraska criminal history information. Additional state downstream systems which utilize PCH information include the Nebraska Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) and the Nebraska Fusion Information Network (NFIN). Nebraska criminal history information retained in the PCH database is used by the public law enforcement licensing agencies and varying criminal justice agencies at the local state and national level. Criminal history records are accessed reviewed updated and disseminated for employment purposes professional licenses handgun and explosive permits and firearm purchases all vital to public safety. This position collaborates with team members FBI and various criminal justice agencies to ensure the PCH database is being properly utilized. Duties include processing criminal and non-criminal records; research maintain and verify arrest records for entry into the Criminal History Database System for access by law enforcement agencies court systems etc. Process criminal records by requesting accepting processing and verifying information from arresting agencies and court dispositions. Utilize the Patrol Criminal History and other criminal justice databases as well as telephone and fax. Process teletype record checks by receiving sorting and disseminating criminal history information over the teletype system. Foster and maintain positive relationships between the Nebraska State Patrol and criminal justice agencies along with our public customers. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements/ Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training or experience related to research presentation or publication in an area related to the programs or functions of the employing agency; business administration; accounting; customer service; and/ or technical support work including use of computer software such as word processing spreadsheets and database management.

Preferred Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Coursework/training or experience in entering/maintaining alpha and numeric fields research customer service and the use of a personal computer associated software and office equipment. Criminal Justice background experience or Criminal Justice degree. A working knowledge of Nebraska computerized criminal justice systems such as PCH JUSTICE NCJIS etc. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office word processing tools and spreadsheets office equipment and computer hardware. Great attention to detail and time management skills. Exceptional customer service including the ability to handle inbound and outbound calls from customers and agencies.

Other: Regular and reliable attendance is expected. A valid drivers license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation is required. 28 CFR 20.36 requires the Nebraska State Patrol to execute the CJIS agreement and abide by the CJIS Council policies to acquire and retain access to the Intrastate Identification Index (III) for the State of Nebraska. Vision must be correctable to a range that will allow reading of detailed database information and viewing of information displayed on computer terminals and printouts. Accuracy attention to detail and organization is key to success in this position. If selected for this position you must meet the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services employment eligibility requirements by completing an EEV (I-9) Form. The agency does not sponsor H1-B Visas. Applicants will be screened for a record of criminal activity and criminal history using a fingerprint-based background check before a final offer of employment is made. Applicants must be free of felony convictions and cannot maintain continuous association or dealings with persons groups or organizations whom they know or should know are persons or groups or organizations under criminal investigation or indictment or who have a reputation for present ongoing involvement in felonious or criminal behavior. Applicant must successfully complete an extensive screening prior to being employed which includes completion of a Personal History Questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute to your applicant information. Failure to complete all areas of your employment application may result in your application being disqualified from our selection process. Selection process will include an interview.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• English grammar spelling vocabulary and usage
• Law enforcement and criminal justice record systems
• Computer operations and standard software and hardware applications
• Office and data entry procedures

SKILL IN:

• Strong and effective communication skills
• Adapt with current procedures

ABILITY TO:

• Work independently
• Communicate by phone email and in person to exchange information
• Interact and maintain a working relationship with diverse individuals
• Communicate and interact with the public and members of the criminal justice community
• File and record information using numerical alphabetical and other records keeping systems
• Gather compile generate and disseminate information
• Learn information sharing processes and forms used by requesting agencies law enforcement and criminal justice agencies
• Learn agency policies and procedures pertinent to the work assigned

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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