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Public Safety Data Technician I

Pima County, Tucson, AZ, United States


Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5853 - Public Safety Data Technician I

Salary Grade: 4

Hiring Range: $19.16 - $22.51 Per Hour

Pay Range: $19.16 - $25.86 Per Hour

Range Explanation:

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Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

Job Description Summary
Department: Sheriff's Department

This position provides support to Pima County law enforcement by validating, processing, entering, retrieving and clearing information from local, state and national computer system files. Assists law enforcement officers by confirming criminal justice information, coordinating extraditions and issuing victim notifications.

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 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 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 as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

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. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information
License and Certificates: A valid driver license is required at time of application and at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine suitability to operate county vehicles. 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 the necessary criminal history databases/communications systems (e.g., NCIC, ACIC, Spillman Database) prior to completion of probation; maintenance of such certification is required.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. All positions require satisfactory completion of a background investigation. Pre/post-employment drug screening and polygraph examinations are required of all positions in this classification due to the need for access. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.

Physical/Sensory Requirements
Constantly required to exchange accurate information, operate a computer and office machinery, observe details at close range, remain in a stationary or occasionally mobile position. Incidental handling of office equipment up to 25 pounds. No essential motion, hearing or vision activities beyond normal office duties. Speaking activity required in person and over the phone.

Working Conditions
Constantly works in an indoor environment.

EEO 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.

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