DCI Specialist
About The Position
The Catawba County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting a detail-oriented professional with strong customer service and administrative skills to fill the role of DCI Specialist supporting the gun permitting program. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the accurate processing of firearm purchase and concealed carry permit applications by conducting background checks, operating the Division of Criminal Information (DCI) terminal, and performing fingerprinting services. The DCI Specialist will assist citizens, attorneys, and internal partners while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations governing firearm permits.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field; OR Associate’s degree in Business Administration or related field and 1 year of office/clerical experience; OR High school diploma or GED equivalent and 3 years of office/clerical experience
- Applicants must be a U.S. citizen in order obtain DCI certification
- Possess upon hire or obtain within a reasonable timeframe of hire and maintain the following certifications: DCI – 5 modules, Notary Public, CJ Leads, and eWarrants
- Flexibility: ability to accept and adapt to constant changes in laws, etc.
- Outstanding customer service and communication skills
- Ability to decipher written laws and present to citizens in an understandable way
- Strong multi-tasking skills
- Efficient computer skills – ability to key data, research, and run reports
- High attention to detail and accuracy
Responsibilities
- Monitor, maintain, and operate the DCI terminal
- Investigate, determine, and process concealed carry and firearm purchase permit applications for approval or denial
- Maintain and modify concealed carry and firearm purchase permits in the DCI federal system
- Fingerprinting concealed carry applicants, sex offenders, juvenile offenders, and various individuals
- Assisting the public with various needs and give accurate information and appropriate direction
- Process daily deposit and maintain ledger
- Attend required training and seminars to stay up to date with gun laws and statutes
Benefits
- Up to 40 hours of advanced annual leave
- Up to 40 hours of advanced sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
