What are the responsibilities and job description for the Criminal Records Check Specialist (CYFD/PSD #8394) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.
By joining CYFD, you'll work to find the best ways to support families through difficult situations using community-based prevention and intervention programs. Employees have teammates and a committed leadership team to support them every day.
We look forward to you joining us because caring for and supporting New Mexico's children and youth will take all of us. I know the department's mission is critical to improving the overall well-being of children in our state and, in turn, strengthening the future of New Mexico.
THIS JOB POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
Why does the job exist?
The primary function of this position is to process criminal record checks for prospective foster/adoptive parents who reside in the state of New Mexico. Criminal record checks are conducted to identify potential automatic disqualifying criminal charges of adult applicants to ensure the safety, permanency and well being of children who are in foster care or being adopted in the State of New Mexico.
How does it get done?
The incumbent is required to interact with external entities such as the courts, attorney's, law enforcement to investigate any criminal history information when processing criminal record checks. (40%)
Incumbent is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations related to Criminal History Record Information (CHRI}, federally mandated automatic dis qualifiers, child abuse and neglect checks via the Family Automated Client Tracking System (FACTS), CYFD PS policies, procedures as it pertains to criminal record checks, licensing prospective foster homes and the Adoption Act. (40%)
Incumbent shall be responsive to internal and external parties in accordance with the State of NM Employee and CYFD's policies and procedures. (10%)
Incumbent will help create a culture that promotes accountability and support through self-assessment. (10%)
Minimum Qualification
High School diploma or Equivalency and two (2) years of experience in office administration, budgeting, purchasing, finance, accounting, auditing, cash management, and/or contract management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess a current and valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Sarah Rael, (505) 288-6808. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
his position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.
By joining CYFD, you'll work to find the best ways to support families through difficult situations using community-based prevention and intervention programs. Employees have teammates and a committed leadership team to support them every day.
We look forward to you joining us because caring for and supporting New Mexico's children and youth will take all of us. I know the department's mission is critical to improving the overall well-being of children in our state and, in turn, strengthening the future of New Mexico.
THIS JOB POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
Why does the job exist?
The primary function of this position is to process criminal record checks for prospective foster/adoptive parents who reside in the state of New Mexico. Criminal record checks are conducted to identify potential automatic disqualifying criminal charges of adult applicants to ensure the safety, permanency and well being of children who are in foster care or being adopted in the State of New Mexico.
How does it get done?
The incumbent is required to interact with external entities such as the courts, attorney's, law enforcement to investigate any criminal history information when processing criminal record checks. (40%)
Incumbent is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations related to Criminal History Record Information (CHRI}, federally mandated automatic dis qualifiers, child abuse and neglect checks via the Family Automated Client Tracking System (FACTS), CYFD PS policies, procedures as it pertains to criminal record checks, licensing prospective foster homes and the Adoption Act. (40%)
Incumbent shall be responsive to internal and external parties in accordance with the State of NM Employee and CYFD's policies and procedures. (10%)
Incumbent will help create a culture that promotes accountability and support through self-assessment. (10%)
Minimum Qualification
High School diploma or Equivalency and two (2) years of experience in office administration, budgeting, purchasing, finance, accounting, auditing, cash management, and/or contract management. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess a current and valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Sarah Rael, (505) 288-6808. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
his position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
