OPS CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFO CONSULTANT I

State of Florida

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • $22.44 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 hours ago
Requisition No: 858630Agency: Department of Law EnforcementWorking Title: OPS CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFO CONSULTANT I - 71900388Pay Plan: TempPosition Number: 71900388Salary: $22.44/hourPosting Closing Date: 09/06/2025Total Compensation EstimatorOPS CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION CONSULTANT ICRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SERVICESFIREARM ELIGIBILITY/ELIGIBILITY RESEARCH UNIT**Open-Competitive Opportunity**POSITION SUMMARY:This position is in the Firearm Eligibility bureau, reporting to the Eligibility Research Unit. Under the supervision of the CJIS Manager I, this position will be responsible for independently processing firearm transfer cases. This position is responsible for making a decision based on accurate information and providing quality assurance and verification for other decisions made. The incumbent must meet and maintain National Crime Information Center/Florida Crime Information Center (NCIC/FCIC) certification as required and is responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of data housed within the department databases.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Specific duties include:
  • Evaluating firearm transaction record to identify missing or inaccurate information;
  • Conducting thorough research to gather necessary documentation to support firearm transfer decisions by utilizing available databases and/or making personal contact with other local, state and federal agencies;
  • Providing quality assurance on completed firearm related transactions;
  • Monitoring queue in the Computerized Criminal History (CCH) workflow;
  • Properly routing completed research in the CCH workflow for validation and conducting any follow up research as necessary;
  • Submitting accurate forms and records in accordance with established section procedures;
  • Consulting with management to resolve difficult, unusual, or questionable transactions; and
  • Completing assigned special projects according to instruction
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication;
  • Knowledge of state and federal firearm disqualifiers;
  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
  • Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data;
  • Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;
  • Ability to work independently by planning, organizing, and coordinating work assignments;
  • Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
  • Ability to read and interpret law enforcement data; and
  • Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner.
Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.BASE SALARY:
  • $22.44/hour
HOW YOU WILL GROW:FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.OUR SALARY & OPS BENEFITS:Starting hourly salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE's pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive OPS benefits package (ONLY available to OPS members who will be working 30 or more hours a week), including:
  • HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
  • $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
  • Tax deferred medical reimbursement account; and
  • Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more.
ABOUT OUR AGENCY:The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide - either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. for additional information about FDLE.HIRING PROCESS:You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.BACKGROUND:FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant's immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.NOTES:Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.REMINDERS: * Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website:
. * If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.Location:TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310

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