Job Description

Job Description

This position is responsible for maintaining and disseminating complete, accurate and timely adult and juvenile criminal history records for individuals in Minnesota. An individual’s criminal history record is a core information service within the criminal justice system that the BCA is responsible for and is used for various critical criminal justice and non-criminal justice purposes both within Minnesota and nationally. For criminal justice purposes, the information is used to make key decisions regarding arrest, detention, release, sentencing, charging, etc. For non-criminal justice purposes, the information is used to make key decisions regarding employment, licensing, housing, child welfare, etc. This position serves as a subject matter expert in the area of criminal history information and works with all facets of the criminal justice system to ensure that state and federal statutes, as well as other federal, state, and local rules and policies are applied appropriately to provide the most comprehensive picture of an individual’s criminal history.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. Two years’ experience analyzing data, interpreting technical material (such as legal documents, legislation, and other technical documents) and explaining complex procedures in an easy-to-understand terms.
2. Familiarity with the legal and criminal justice processes, terminology, and Criminal History Records.
3. Computer proficiency sufficient to utilize multiple systems simultaneously to access and verify data.
4. Good written and oral communication skills.
5. Good customer service skills and the ability to work with a variety of customers and diverse clientele.
6. Good problem-solving skills and ability to effectively organize work.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Knowledge of state and federal statutes, rules, and policies related to adult and juvenile criminal history information.

2. Experience reading, interpreting, and managing criminal history records.

3. Knowledge of III, NLETS and NFF.

4. Knowledge of the various components of the Minnesota Criminal Justice System and their functions.

5. Bachelor's Degree.

6. At least two years of professional and/or para-professional experience.

7. Ability to prioritize multiple projects and heavy volume of work.

Physical Requirements

Very Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:

1. Criminal History

2. Reference Check

3. Fingerprint (MNJIS/CJIS)

4. Drug Screen

Application Details

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Kara Kreutzer at kara.kreutzer@state.mn.us or 651-201-7379.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kara Kreutzer at kara.kreutzer@state.mn.us.

About Public Safety Dept

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Company Description

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.

Company Description

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.