Criminal Justice Specialist

State Of Alaska • Anchorage, AK

414d • $62,379 - $62,379

About The Position

The Criminal Justice Specialist position within the State of Alaska's Department of Public Safety focuses on managing the Sex Offender Registration unit. This role involves conducting research on criminal justice databases to ensure compliance with state registration requirements, providing outreach and training to law enforcement and other agencies, and overseeing the management of registration records. The specialist will also be responsible for data entry, processing biometric data, and testifying in court regarding registration cases. This position is critical for maintaining accurate and complete sex offender registries, supporting public safety, and enhancing collaboration among various criminal justice entities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college.
• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, or a closely related field.
• Two years of advanced paraprofessional experience in law enforcement or criminal justice programs.
• Four years of advanced or supervisory paraprofessional experience in support of criminal justice staff.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in report writing and legal documentation.
• Knowledge of database software and applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research using criminal justice databases to assess compliance with registration requirements.
• Review criminal records of convicted sex offenders to determine registration durations.
• Provide support to law enforcement and prosecutors regarding failure to register cases.
• Oversee data entry and case management of registration records.
• Collect and process biometric data from registrants, including fingerprints and photographs.
• Testify at court hearings for failure to register cases.
• Conduct record audits and validations to ensure accuracy of registration records.
• Provide training and technical assistance to law enforcement, registrants, and the public.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree