NY HELPYes

AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of

TitleIdentification Specialist 1

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade14

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $68630 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 80 South Swan Street

Alfred E. Smith Building

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Duties Description Under the supervision of the Identification Specialist 2 in SIB’s Certified Request Unit, the Identification Specialist 1’s responsibilities could include, but are not limited to the following:
• Monitoring the electronic mailbox for request of certified criminal histories, certified fingerprint cardsand fingerprint comparisons.
• Updating Excel Charts and preparing reports.
• Requesting criminal histories and fingerprint cards via eJusticeNY Integrated Justice Portal.
• Comparing fingerprint images.
• Preparing response letters for requests of certified criminal histories, certified fingerprint cards, and fingerprint comparisons.
• Preparing response letters for Subpoena requests.
• Careful review of documents prepared by other team members prior to dissemination.
• Responding to correspondence by email, mail, and phone.
• Use of scanners and copiers.
• Mailing certified criminal histories, certified fingerprint cards, and fingerprint comparisons.
• Travel of approximately 10% will be required.
• Providing in-court testimony.
• Excellent phone and email communication skills; knowledge of Excel, Adobe, Word, and Outlook; and strong attention to detail and organizational skills are all essential skills to this position.
• Using authorized biometric software to read, interpret and update the State and federal criminal history records which are maintained by DCJS.
• Supervising assigned clerical and technical staff and evaluating work performance.
• Identifying and resolving questions or concerns from staff and requesting agencies.
• Implementing operational policies and procedures associated with SIB.
• Assist with training staff on new procedures or changes to policy.
• Monitoring and controlling employee workload and reassigning staff as necessary to maintain workflow.
• Other projects as requested.

Minimum Qualifications An associates degree substitutes for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree substitutes for four years.

Qualifying Experience: 4 years of experience handling, processing, reviewing, and analyzing criminal justice or similar records.

NY HELPS
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. If a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

In order to be appointed to an Identification Specialist 1 position in SIB, you must have passed the Ten Print Examiner proficiency within the past year and/or have current Latent Print Examiner proficiency. Proficiency will be verified prior to interview.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Permanent:

Permanent service in this title and eligible for reassignment, or reachable on the current promotion eligible list for this title. Those who are eligible for shift bid will be considered.

In order to be appointed to an Identification Specialist 1 position in SIB, you must have passed the Ten Print Examiner proficiency within the past year and/or have current Latent Print Examiner proficiency. Proficiency will be verified prior to interview.

Provisional:

One-year permanent competitive service as an Identification Assistant. If appointed provisionally, you must have signed up for the upcoming exam for this position, take and pass the exam, and be reachable on the resulting eligible list in order to retain this position.

52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP): A permanent appointment pursuant to Section 52.7 of Civil Service Law may be possible if there are three or fewer interested candidates who meet the following qualifications: Current DCJS employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service as an Identification Assistant.

Additional Comments The State Identification Bureau (SIB) is a 24/7/365 office. Employees may on occasion be asked to volunteer or be mandated to work another shift or on holidays as needed. Every effort will be made to obtain volunteers prior to mandating and will be in accordance with the negotiated agreement with PEF.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. DCJS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Please be advised that the Division of Criminal Justice Services does not currently offer sponsorship for employment visas.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Unit at DEIA@dcjs.ny.gov or (518) 485-1704.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Rachel Spring

Telephone 518-485-7963

Fax 518 457-4000

Email Address DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov

Address

Street 80 South Swan Street

Alfred E. Smith Building

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12210

Notes on ApplyingPlease send a cover letter and resume to the email address above. Please reference posting # 208853 on your cover letter.

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