Public Safety Data Technician I - Sheriff's Department

Job Type: Classified

Essential Functions: Creates, queries and scans national, state and local computer databases and manual systems for information retrieval and verification (e.g., warrants, missing persons, stolen property); 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, by acting as a liaison between law enforcement agencies such as the Pima County Attorney, Arizona State Attorney General and Governor's office; 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, the Arizona Constitution and applicable Arizona revised statutes; Periodically 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.

Minimum Qualifications: 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.(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)OR:One year of experience with Pima County in a Records Technician, Public Safety Specialist, Public Safety Transcription Technician, or similar level position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application. Selection Procedure :Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidates from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. A level "A" certification issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety, will be required for all positions. All positions will require that employees attain access certification for all criminal history databases/communications systems required of assigned position, (e.g., NCIC, ACIC, Spillman Database, etc.), prior to completion of probation; maintenance of such certification is required as a condition of employment; failure to obtain and maintain required access certification shall be grounds for termination. Physical/Sensory Work Requirements: Constantly required to exchange accurate information; Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery; Constantly observes details at close range; Frequently remains in a stationary position; Occasionally moves about inside an office; Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions: Constantly works in an indoor environmentEEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.