About The Position

This position's primary function is to ensure the proper reporting of persons prohibited from possessing firearms for mental health reasons to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Indices. This position will review all mental health orders submitted by Michigan courts, utilize the LEIN system to enter, modify, and/or cancel the orders, and determine if a NICS Indices submission is appropriate, and ensure a successful submission to the NICS Indices. The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone. We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and who reflect the communities we serve. Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring all persons are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure. The Michigan State Police (MSP) is a full-service policing agency with statewide jurisdiction, providing over 60 different services either directly to Michigan residents or in support of other law enforcement agencies. The MSP personnel most visible to the public are the uniform troopers whose primary responsibilities include traffic enforcement, crime prevention and investigation, and community engagement and service.

Requirements

  • Completion of high school.
  • Departmental Technician 7: One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service.
  • Departmental Technician 8: One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service.
  • OR One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service.
  • Departmental Technician E9: One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.
  • OR One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.
  • OR Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service.
  • Passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.

Nice To Haves

  • Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) may be substituted for the experience requirement for Departmental Technician 7.
  • Possession of a Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the experience requirement for Departmental Technician 8.
  • Possession of a Bachelor’s degree and one year of job-related experience may be substituted for the experience requirement for Departmental Technician E9.

Responsibilities

  • Review all mental health orders submitted by Michigan courts.
  • Utilize the LEIN system to enter, modify, and/or cancel the orders.
  • Determine if a NICS Indices submission is appropriate.
  • Ensure a successful submission to the NICS Indices.

Benefits

  • The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer.
  • Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
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