Criminal Justice Program Specialist 1/Trainee - 219080

Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee 1

The Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee 1 will be assigned to the Office of Forensic Services (OFS). Throughout a two-year traineeship period, the Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee will undergo extensive on-the-job training with supervisory guidance to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the activities listed below associated with the DNA Databank. There is a rigorous verification procedure to ensure that only DNA samples that are authorized by law are included in the DNA Databank. OFS reviews nearly 40,000 DNA submission forms each year to determine eligibility based on applicable laws. Incumbents will perform extensive reviews of criminal history records, other criminal justice agency records and governing laws to verify eligibility of DNA submissions for retention in the DNA Database; offender eligibility data must be manually entered into the DNA Management System. The Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee will also provide training to law enforcement regarding compliance and DNA sample collection techniques; keep up-to-date and apprised of the laws governing the authority to retain DNA samples; coordinate with the State Identification Bureau to confirm the identity of the submitter through fingerprint comparison; compile and compare current criminal justice data to identify qualifying offenders who are required to provide a DNA specimen but have yet to do so; track agencies with low collection rates and assist agencies with outstanding collections; periodically audit DNA Databank records to verify accuracy and compliance with eligibility, retention requirements and ensure compliance with relevant state/federal guidelines and program goals; and prepare reports for the Director and management as required for various purposes and audiences.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four years of experience in developing and implementing criminal justice and public safety initiatives and programs. An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience.
• Advanced placement to Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee 2, NS, or Criminal Justice Program Specialist 1, SG-18, may be possible depending on education and experience and subject to agency approval.
• NY HELPS: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
• For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
• At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Permanent service in Criminal Justice Program Specialist 1, SG-18 or one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service in a title SG-16 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
• Permanent service in Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee 1, NS or one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
• Candidates eligible for 55b/c appointment with four years of experience in developing and implementing criminal justice and public safety initiatives and programs are encouraged to apply. An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience.

Up to 5% travel may be required for this position. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. DCJS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity and inclusion. Please be advised that the Division of Criminal Justice Services does not currently offer sponsorship for employment visas. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Unit at View email address on talent.com or View phone number on talent.com.