Investigative Analyst (Criminal Research Specialist)
Office of Inspector General
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Criminal Information Tech I- Expungement
State of Utah
180 Department of Public Safety
Location
Utah, 84129
Salary
$18.34 - $18.34
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This entry-level job in the Utah Department of Public Safety involves reviewing and processing requests to seal or remove criminal records, ensuring people meet legal criteria for expungement.
It requires researching records, following laws, and handling sensitive information carefully.
A good fit would be someone detail-oriented who enjoys investigative work, can keep secrets, and follows rules precisely.
Key Requirements
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive records
- Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
- Strong logical thinking skills to evaluate eligibility and solve problems
- Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in following written and oral instructions
- Pass the Utah Bureau of Identification Proficiency test within probationary period and maintain certification
- Pass Level II background check and fingerprinting
Full Job Description
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Criminal Information Tech I- Expungements
Expungements Section:
The main purpose of this position is to provide advanced level support in the expungement process. Evaluate requests for expungement eligibility against a set of criteria and process expungements.
Principal Duties:
Searches, retrieves and/or researches public and private records in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.Performs initial background and history research on individual(s) being investigated and/or researched.Ensures that agency and/or state records are properly classified, processed and controlled.The Best Qualified Candidate:Will be able to maintain confidentiality.Will be able to understand and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, as well as policies and procedures.Will be able to use logic to make a decision or solve a problem.Will be to communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely.Will be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.Requirement:Must pass the Utah Bureau of Identification Proficiency test within the probationary period and maintain certification thereafter.Supplemental Information:Level II Background and fingerprinting is required as part of the hiring process.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.A 4-10 schedule may be an option.After successful completion of your probationary period and training, you may be series promoted to a Criminal Information Technician II.Benefits:The State of Utah offers a total compensation package that consists of much more than your paycheck.
Some of the generous benefits that the State of Utah provides are: 3 medical plans, 3 dental plans, 4 vision plans, 401K match, 104 hours of annual leave, 104 hours of sick leave, 11 paid holidays, free counseling & wellness benefits and much more.
Competitive benefits that begin on DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT! Click here to view our benefits.
About Our Agency:The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) is comprised of 11 divisions and bureaus that include the Utah Highway Patrol, the Division of Emergency Management, Driver License division, Statewide Information and Analysis Center (SIAC), State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), State Fire Marshal, Highway Safety Office, Communications, State Crime Lab, Bureau of Criminal Identification, and Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST).
The DPS dive team, aero bureau, CERT team and Public Protection Unit (PPU) also fall under the Department of Public Safety.
DPS is made up of more than 1,500 state employees who are stationed across Utah. The Department of Public Safety offers a unique and rewarding employment opportunity.
More information about our agency can be found here.
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