Admin Procedures Specialist
About The Position
The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire an Administrative Procedures Specialist in our Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to: • Supporting the commitment of VSP as a Point of Contact (POC) to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) by enhancing outreach activities that improve the accessibility of the instant check program for firearm dealers and the gun buying population. • Providing training and instructional information to assist, monitor, and enforce firearm dealer compliance with NICS requirements and Virginia firearm laws. About the Agency: We’re more than a law enforcement agency — we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and public servants shaping Virginia’s future. At VSP, your skills make an impact that reaches every community across the Commonwealth. If you’re ready for meaningful work, real growth, and a supportive culture that feels like family, your next career starts here.
Requirements
- Of state and federal criminal history databases.
- In using Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, Exchange/Outlook.
- In basic computer operations.
- In interpersonal communication.
- To read, speak and write in English.
- To read and interpret policies and procedures and provide clarification.
- To access, retrieve, and interpret state and federal automated records.
- To apply research and analytical methodology in the interpretation of criminal arrest and disposition information.
- To travel, occasionally overnight.
- Must be eligible to become Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) certified which requires either United States citizenship or lawful permanent resident of the United States and eligible for naturalization.
- Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required or ability to obtain prior to hiring.
- Good driving record required.
- Must be willing to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends.
- Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) preferred.
- Direct experience associated with Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in retrieval and interpretation of criminal arrest and disposition information preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the commitment of VSP as a Point of Contact (POC) to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) by enhancing outreach activities that improve the accessibility of the instant check program for firearm dealers and the gun buying population.
- Providing training and instructional information to assist, monitor, and enforce firearm dealer compliance with NICS requirements and Virginia firearm laws.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
