What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Records Technician (Project Positions) position at State of Washington?
This recruitment is to fill two project positions.
The funding for these positions is from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026.
About the Agency:
The WSP actively supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in the workplace, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The WSP strives to create and foster an inclusive culture inspiring everyone to be their authentic selves, speak openly, and be courageous. The WSP continues to focus on equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices and policies through innovative recruitment and retention solutions. Partnering with our communities helps the WSP provide the best in public safety services now and into the future.
About the Division:
The Criminal Records Division (CRD) is comprised of four sections: Collision Records, ACCESS, Identification and Background Check Section, and Criminal History Records Section. The Criminal Records Division manages the collection and dissemination of criminal justice information and provides complete, accurate, and accessible criminal history in the interest of public safety. This position supports the organization’s mission by receiving electronic disposition entries into the Washington State Identification System (WASIS) criminal history database from court systems. The position uses available resources to research open dispositions to ensure complete and accurate criminal history record information (CHRI) for dissemination upon request to law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, public and private sector employers, and the general public.
About the Position:
As a Correctional Records Technician (CRT), you will maintain and support criminal history record information provided by law enforcement agencies and courts throughout the state under minimal supervision. The position uses available resources to research open dispositions to ensure complete and accurate criminal history record information (CHRI) for dissemination upon request to law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, public and private sector employers, and the general public.
- Apply special knowledge of statutes, policies, and procedures to evaluate, process, and disseminate complex/technical criminal history record information and sex/kidnapping offender registration (CHRI/SOR) which includes fingerprint arrest cards, dispositions, judgment and sentence documents, court orders and CHRI background requests from attorneys, prosecutors, criminal justice, state/federal agencies, and the private/public sector.
- Research, investigate, and resolve dispositions that need clarification.
- Reconcile WASIS RAPsheet with the FBI III.
- Complete deliverables for National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP) federal grants
- Interacts with and provides information to law enforcement agencies, criminal justice agencies, non-criminal justice agencies, public and private sector employers, and the general public throughout the state and outside of the state, regarding Washington State Patrol CHRI/SOR related topics.
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- One year of experience maintaining or processing criminal history or offender records, in a governmental law enforcement office, court setting, or correctional agency.
- College level course work in criminal justice, business administration, accounting, social science, or a related field will substitute one year of experience.
- Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation including a polygraph examination due to the confidential nature of the work.
- Must maintain confidentiality.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- Continuous growth and development opportunities.
- Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
- Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01.
- Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program
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WSP Policy 1.04.020 - WSP does not engage in, or assist with, civil immigration enforcement, therefore; In no stage of the hiring process will the immigration status of family members of the candidate be investigated by the Washington State Patrol.
Questions?
Please contact Kelcie Westley at 360-704-3202 or via email at kelcie.westley@wsp.wa.gov
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Salary : $45,732 - $61,404
