Summary

This job involves managing and securing criminal history records for the Michigan State Police, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with state and federal standards while overseeing projects to modernize the system.

The role supports law enforcement agencies by handling data requests, facilitating integrations, and maintaining security protocols.

It's a good fit for someone with experience in IT project management and a strong understanding of data security in government or justice settings.

Key Requirements

Bachelor's degree in any major
Four years of professional experience, including two years at an experienced (P11) level or one year at an advanced (12) level
Knowledge of criminal history records and repository management
Experience with compliance, governance, and security protocols in IT systems
Ability to oversee projects, facilitate workgroups, and coordinate state/federal requirements
Passing pre-employment screening including drug screen, criminal history background check, and fingerprint check
Submission of cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts with application

Full Job Description

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This position serves as the Criminal History Project Specialist for the Michigan State Police (MSP) Criminal History Section, overseeing the accuracy, consistency, and security of Criminal History (CH) data provided to authorized Criminal Justice Agency (CJA) users. The specialist is the primary technical authority for the statewide Criminal History Record (CHR) repository, directing compliance, governance, and security protocols to maintain system integrity and interoperability. The role manages repository priorities, security controls, and modernization through participation in the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) programs and provides special project oversight. Essential project support across all components of statewide system integrations, facilitating workgroups, coordinating state and federal project requirements, ensuring compliance with CJIS Security Policy and state IT standards, and management of the release of criminal history statistical data and responses to internal and external criminal history data requests.

Position Description

The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone. We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and who reflect the communities we serve. Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring all persons are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure.

The Michigan State Police (MSP) is a full-service policing agency with statewide jurisdiction, providing over 60 different services either directly to Michigan residents or in support of other law enforcement agencies. The MSP personnel most visible to the public are the uniform troopers whose primary responsibilities include traffic enforcement, crime prevention and investigation, and community engagement and service.

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Requirements

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

Additional Information

This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.Please attach a cover letter/memo addressed to Ms.

Lisa Goucher, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application.

Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.Please note: Applicants will be screened out for failure to attach the required resume, cover letter/memo, and (if applicable) official transcripts to their application.

View the entire job specification at:

https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalSpecialist.pdf

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.