State of Alaska
Criminal Justice Specialist (12-4704)
State of Alaska, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507
This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.
Please check our
residency definition
to determine if you qualify.
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 with 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 information. In 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 on 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.
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 located in East Anchorage in the Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) Headquarters building located at 5700 East Tudor Road. Office space consists of individual workstations in an open area to encourage collaborative efforts, and the office space is shared with the other six members of the team. 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.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions while delivering a timely and accurate work product; experience must demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.Skill in analyzing complex issues and situations, drawing logical conclusions, and making successful recommendations regarding a course of action based on that analysis.Strong interpersonal skills necessary to create and maintain professional, cooperative working relationships; experience working effectively in a team setting with individuals from a variety of backgrounds at different levels in the organization to achieve goals and objectives.Experience working independently with minimal supervision while showing initiative and exercising sound judgment.Experience communicating complex legal or technical information to a variety of audiences, both verbally and in writing, to include making presentations and writing reports.
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 Department's 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:
http://dps.alaska.gov/Minimum Qualifications:A bachelor's degree from an accredited college.ORAn associate's degree from an accredited college in Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Justice, or a closely related field.ORTwo 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.ORFour 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.COVER LETTERA cover letter is NOT required for this position.Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
BACKGROUND CHECKThis 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.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 EDUCATIONEducation 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.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONSFor your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLYThis recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants
must
meet
Alaska Residency Requirements
in order to be considered for employment at this time.WORK EXPERIENCEApplications 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 employer’s 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 to filling 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 VACANCIESThis 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 STATEMENTThe 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 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 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.NOTICEIf 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 ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
.WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to
recruitment.services@alaska.gov.For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:Tina CheatamPhone: 907-269-5765Fax: 907-338-1051tina.cheatam@alaska.gov
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Please check our
residency definition
to determine if you qualify.
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 with 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 information. In 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 on 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.
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 located in East Anchorage in the Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) Headquarters building located at 5700 East Tudor Road. Office space consists of individual workstations in an open area to encourage collaborative efforts, and the office space is shared with the other six members of the team. 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.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions while delivering a timely and accurate work product; experience must demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.Skill in analyzing complex issues and situations, drawing logical conclusions, and making successful recommendations regarding a course of action based on that analysis.Strong interpersonal skills necessary to create and maintain professional, cooperative working relationships; experience working effectively in a team setting with individuals from a variety of backgrounds at different levels in the organization to achieve goals and objectives.Experience working independently with minimal supervision while showing initiative and exercising sound judgment.Experience communicating complex legal or technical information to a variety of audiences, both verbally and in writing, to include making presentations and writing reports.
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 Department's 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:
http://dps.alaska.gov/Minimum Qualifications:A bachelor's degree from an accredited college.ORAn associate's degree from an accredited college in Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Justice, or a closely related field.ORTwo 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.ORFour 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.COVER LETTERA cover letter is NOT required for this position.Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
BACKGROUND CHECKThis 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.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 EDUCATIONEducation 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.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONSFor your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLYThis recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants
must
meet
Alaska Residency Requirements
in order to be considered for employment at this time.WORK EXPERIENCEApplications 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 employer’s 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 to filling 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 VACANCIESThis 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 STATEMENTThe 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 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 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.NOTICEIf 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 ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
.WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to
recruitment.services@alaska.gov.For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:Tina CheatamPhone: 907-269-5765Fax: 907-338-1051tina.cheatam@alaska.gov
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