Review Vacancy
AgencyState Police, Division of
TitleState Police Operations Specialist 1
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $47695 to $58447 Annually
Duties Description The State Police Operations Specialist 1 will support the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Section and be assigned to the New York State Police Headquarters. The State Police Operations Specialist 1 will work closely with Members and other government leads and be part of a team providing the timely determination of a person's eligibility to purchase firearms and/or ammunition in accordance with New York State law.
DUTIES:
Verify/validate documents received and current documents within the NICS and/or other Division databases.
Conduct research on firearms and ammunition checks and analyze information for validity.
Contact agencies as needed. Document any contact-related issues to include agency, method of contact, and description of issue.
Process incoming appeal requests via the NICS, assisting with providing first day responses.
Validate submitted appeal disposition documentation for accuracy.
Will be responsible for the accuracy of all work completed and held accountable to the standards set forth in the NICS unit. Work will be monitored by members and Unit personnel.
Compose proper transaction research comments.
Enter Ammunition Sales Registrations into the Ammunition Sales Database.
Other duties as assigned by the Lieutenant.
Minimum Qualifications One year in a Salary Grade 6 position or higher,
OR
60 semester credit hours of college level study,
OR
2 years of experience gathering, comparing and analyzing physical and electronic records for the purposes of making eligibility determinations.
Note: 30 semester credit hours of college level study may be substituted for one year of experience; active-duty service and an honorable discharge or under conditions in the NYS Restoration of Honor Act may also be substituted for the experience listed above on a pro-rated basis.
Preference will be given to candidates that can demonstrate experience reviewing criminal histories, pistol permit records, police or law records, or data analysis involving the review of multiple sources to develop and reach a conclusion.
Minimum qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.
Additional Comments Resumes will be evaluated to determine whether candidates will proceed to the interview phase of the process.
The New York State Police values a diverse and inclusive workforce where the unique skills of all employees are valued in support of the mission of the Division. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without the regard to age, race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The New York State Police is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that accept all applications from a wide range of candidates.
The New York State Police complies with federal and state laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with the disabilities and/or sincerely held religious belief. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Division Personnel Office at (518) 457-3840 or personnel@troopers.ny.gov.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Mr. Christopher Siciliano, Director of Human Resources
Email Address Personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov
Address
Building 22
Notes on ApplyingKindly submit a cover letter, complete resume and transcripts via Email to personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov
Please place in the subject line of the email: SPOS1