Background Checks Coordinator

State of Indiana•Greencastle, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Child Services (DCS) is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join the DCS Background Check Unit. This unit is responsible for utilizing uniform standards and procedures to complete and evaluate DCS background checks, ensuring consistent and timely evaluation of FBI and State fingerprint-based criminal history checks, accurate determination of child abuse and neglect history, and communication of findings to appropriate parties. The Background Check Coordinator will ensure that DCS background checks are consistent across the state and are completed and evaluated according to state law, administrative rules, and DCS policies. This role will advise staff on policies and procedures for various types of checks, including fingerprint checks, criminal history checks, child abuse and neglect checks, local criminal court record checks, and national sex offender registry checks. The position may also involve collecting and submitting criminal or Child Protective Services waivers when appropriate. This position is located in the DCS Central Offices at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Requirements

General knowledge of the program area.
Working knowledge of applicable legislation, guidelines, agency policy and professional standards and practices.
Ability to research and compile specific topics related to program area.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to operate effectively in a group decision-making process.
Tact in dealing with other agency personnel and the public.
Specialized knowledge of accounting principles.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

A degree is not required.

Responsibilities

Research and compile information on specific aspects of the program such as procedures, needs and policies.
Answer basic customer questions about program policies and procedures.
Establish, organize, and maintain current and historical files related to the program.
Collect information to help in the preparation of program reports, develop applications, prepare budget allocations and/or purchasing of consultative services.
Maintain, organize, and monitor program assets.
Schedule, prepare, and disseminate all program related training materials.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers, Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave, Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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