Public Safety Data Technician I

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

112d • $18 - $25

About The Position

The Sheriff's Department is seeking a Public Safety Data Technician I to provide support to Pima County law enforcement by validating, processing, entering, retrieving, and clearing information from local, state, and national computer system files. The position involves assisting law enforcement officers by confirming criminal justice information, coordinating extraditions, and issuing victim notifications. This is a 24/7 running unit, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with rotating shifts offering a 4/10’s schedule or a 5/8’s schedule based on unit needs. Day shift is typically 0600-1600, Swing shift is 1100-2100 or 1300-2300, and Midnight shift is 2100-0700.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certification AND one year of experience processing legal documents in a law enforcement, corrections, probation, or legal setting.
• OR: One year of experience with Pima County as a Records Technician, Public Safety Specialist, Public Safety Transcription Technician, or other similar level position.
• A level 'A' certification issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety is required.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Creates, queries, and scans national, state, and local computer databases and manual systems for information retrieval and verification.
• Inputs, researches, and retrieves data for case enrichment of crime reports and develops and identifies suspects for investigative officer follow-up.
• Validates and researches felony, misdemeanor, and civil warrants and coordinates with law enforcement personnel and the courts for processing, entry, and clearing from local, state, and national computer systems.
• Enters and verifies certified complaint dismissals, satisfied, canceled, or served information for fugitive warrants received from law enforcement agencies, jails, and the courts.
• Coordinates extradition of fugitives wanted in Pima County, acting as a liaison between law enforcement agencies.
• Informs victims and other law enforcement agencies of arrests made, via teletype, telephone, or by mail, and documents notifications in compliance with the Victim’s Bill of Rights.
• Conducts audits of active computerized records for accuracy and consistency as required by the state and Federal Bureau of Investigation.
• Maintains security and confidentiality of all materials and information encountered in duties.
• May be required to testify in court in an official capacity as a departmental employee.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Generous health insurance coverage
• Retirement plans
• Flexible work schedules
• Generous family leave policy
• Wellness programs
• Opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• Employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

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