Supervisory Criminal Investigator
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Criminal Justice Information Specialist 2 In-Training
State of Washington
Washington State Patrol
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$3,925 - $5,812
per month
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves managing and updating criminal history records from law enforcement and courts to keep public safety information accurate and available for agencies, employers, and the public.
You'll research unclear cases, handle requests for background info, and ensure records match federal standards, all with some guidance at first.
It's a good fit for detail-oriented people with experience in records handling in law enforcement or corrections who enjoy investigative work and interacting with various agencies.
Key Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Two years of experience maintaining or processing criminal history or offender records in a governmental law enforcement office, court, or correctional agency
- Knowledge of statutes, policies, and procedures for evaluating and disseminating criminal history record information (CHRI) and sex offender registration (SOR)
- Ability to research, investigate, and resolve unclear dispositions in criminal records
- Skills in reconciling state records (WASIS RAPsheet) with FBI systems
- Experience interacting with law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, and the public regarding CHRI/SOR topics
- Capability to assist in database testing, employee training, and serving as a subject matter expert
Full Job Description
This recruitment is to fill two vacant positions.
About the Position:
As a Criminal Justice Information Specialist 2 In-training, you will maintain and support criminal history record information provided by law enforcement agencies and courts throughout the state under minimal supervision.
The position uses available resources to research open dispositions to ensure complete and accurate criminal history record information (CHRI) for dissemination upon request to law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, public and private sector employers, and the general public.
About the Division:
The Criminal Records Division (CRD) is comprised of four sections: Collision Records, ACCESS, Identification and Background Check Section, and Criminal History Records Section.
The Criminal Records Division manages the collection and dissemination of criminal justice information and provides complete, accurate, and accessible criminal history in the interest of public safety.
This position supports the organization’s mission by receiving electronic disposition entries into the Washington State Identification System (WASIS) criminal history database from court systems.
About the Agency:
The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.
Requirements
Our new teammate will be able to:- Apply special knowledge of statutes, policies, and procedures to evaluate, process, and disseminate complex/technical criminal history record information and sex/kidnapping offender registration (CHRI/SOR) which includes fingerprint arrest cards, dispositions, judgment and sentence documents, court orders and CHRI background requests from attorneys, prosecutors, criminal justice, state/federal agencies, and the private/public sector.
- Research, investigate, and resolve dispositions that need clarification.
- Reconcile WASIS RAPsheet with the FBI III.
- Complete deliverables for National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP) federal grants
- Interact with and provide information to law enforcement agencies, criminal justice agencies, non-criminal justice agencies, public and private sector employers, and the general public throughout the state and outside of the state, regarding Washington State Patrol CHRI/SOR related topics.
- Assist in testing changes to criminal history record databases and train new employees.
- Provide guidance on compiling, maintaining, correcting, and disseminating CHRI in conjunction with the Criminal Justice Information Specialist 3 (internal trainer).
- Serve as subject matter expert in the absence of unit Lead to criminal and non-criminal justice agencies and the public.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:- Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Two years of experience maintaining or processing criminal history or offender records, grievance files, administrative files, medical files, parole files, counselor or custody files, in a governmental law enforcement office, court setting, or an adult or juvenile correctional agency.
- College level course work in criminal justice, business administration, accounting, social science, or a related field will substitute one year of experience.
- Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation including a polygraph examination due to the confidential nature of the work.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
- Continuous growth and development opportunities.
- Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
- Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01.
- Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program.
Additional Information
Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded. Please click here to determine your eligibility.
Questions?
Please contact Monica Simpson at monica.simpson@wsp.wa.gov.
Questions?
Please contact Monica Simpson at monica.simpson@wsp.wa.gov.
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