Criminal Justice Information Specialist 2 (In-Training)

State of Washington • Thurston County – Other, WA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

This recruitment is to fill three Project Positions within the Justice Information Division (JID), specifically the Criminal History Records Section (CHRS). The JID manages the collection and dissemination of criminal justice information for enhanced public safety, while CHRS provides complete, accurate, and accessible criminal history information. The Criminal Justice Information Specialist (CJIS) role supports this mission by processing electronic disposition entries into the Washington State Identification System (WASIS) criminal history database from court systems. This position involves researching open dispositions to ensure the accuracy of criminal history record information (CHRI) for dissemination to various entities, including law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, public and private sector employers, and the general public.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2 Years of Fingerprint/Record experience.
• College level coursework may be substituted for experience.
• Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation including a polygraph examination due to the confidential nature of the work.

Nice To Haves

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Uses an equitable and inclusive approach.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules
• Telework options for most positions
• Infants at Work Program
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED