Criminal Justice Specialist (12-4704)
Criminal Justice Specialist (12-4704)
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The recruitment is exempt from the hiring freeze (Administrative Order 358).
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants mustmeet
Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:The Department of Public Safety Division of Statewide Services is recruiting for a Criminal Justice Specialist to conduct audits with criminal justice agencies having access to the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) system for compliance to state and federal requirements; to conduct audits with law enforcement agencies using APSIN and other federal criminal justice systems; and to provide training classes on system functionality requirements procedures and system security issues governing the use of APSIN and other federal criminal justice systems.This position is the subject matter expert for the APSIN system and works in coordination with two other auditors to ensure the security integrity and confidentiality of criminal justice information.
OUR ORGANIZATION MISSION AND CULTURE:
Audit requirements are mandated in AS 12.62.150 and training is necessary for compliance with AS12.62 AS 12.80.060 and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) policy as part of the shared management concept for criminal justice addition to meeting statutory requirements the audits ensure records submitted by statewide criminal justice agencies with access to the APSIN are complete accurate and entered within established timelines. This position conducts formal training classes using the APSIN system several times per year in Anchorage Sitka Fairbanks and other locations as requested. Additionally the position provides daily support through email and phone calls to law enforcement and other criminal justice agency personnel throughout the state regarding proper access use entry and retrieval of records in APSIN.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
Joining our team provides an opportunity to promote public safety and to provide support and technical assistance to law enforcement and other criminal justice agencies throughout the state. We are a dedicated motivated and dynamic group where team input is encouraged and we approach each day as a new learning opportunity.
THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:
This position is in East Anchorage in the Department of Public Safetys (DPS) Headquarters building located at 5700 East Tudor Road. Office space consists of individual workstations in an open area to encourage collaborative efforts. The Chugach Mountains provide the backdrop for the building and ample parking is available; public transportation drop points are located directly in front of the building and paved trails are located right next to the building.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:- Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving:uses a logical systematic sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on ones knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
- Self-Management:Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative effort and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
- Adaptability:adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
- Performance Measurement:Knowledge of the principles and methods for evaluating program or organizational performance using financial and nonfinancial measures including identification of evaluation factors (for example workload personnel requirements) metrics and outcomes.
- Technology Application and Awareness: Demonstrates effective use of machines tools instruments and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format. Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies including hardware software telecommunications and information systems and applies this awareness to improve business processes and meet organizational requirements
The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace enforce the law prevent and detect crime and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Departments mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths please consider joining our team.
More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website : QualificationsA bachelors degree from an accredited college.
OR
An associates degree from an accredited college in Criminal Justice Paralegal Studies Justice or a closely related field.
OR
Two years of advanced paraprofessional experience in support of professional law enforcement staff in the development analysis and implementation of a law enforcement public safety or criminal justice program. The required experience includes work such as Criminal Justice Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
OR
Four years of advanced or supervisory paraprofessional or technical experience in support of criminal justice staff involving data or evidence collection processing analysis and reporting. The required experience includes work such as Criminal Justice Technician 1 Emergency Services Dispatcher with the Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Technician Paralegal or Law Office Assistant 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
Special Note:
An applicant is subject to a national criminal history background check; an applicant may not have any felony or misdemeanor convictions and must not be a fugitive from justice.Additional Required Information
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is NOT required for this position.Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to theinterview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
SPECIAL NOTE:- If using post-secondary education to meet the minimum qualifications a copy of your transcript(s).
- Unofficial copies are acceptable but must have the institution name/URL listed on the transcript
- Requires frequent travel within the State.
BACKGROUND CHECK
This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position and required access to APSIN an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.
CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT
The successful candidate will be required to read understand and agree to via signature an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.
EDUCATIONTo verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not transcripts will be required before employment.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative tofilling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats please call 1- or in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1- or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE
If you choose to be contacted by email please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the domains. For information on allowing emails from the domains visit the Lost Password Help page located at ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1- (toll free) or if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to
Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager: Tina Cheatam
Criminal Justice Planner
Phone:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
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