ADMINISTRATOR I Crime Gun Investigator

Introduction

This position will require shift work, weekend and holiday hours.

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of the job is to screen every firearm related case for Federal, State, County and local law enforcement agencies to ensure that the investigation is complete, the defendant is properly charged, the prosecutor is prepared to aggressively prosecute the matter and the defendant is held accountable for his/her actions.

Position Duties

• Answer calls, emails, and other correspondence concerning gun offenders and gun crimes.
• Query, interpret and apply a wide variety of databases to include:
• METERS/NCIC: Master Query, Motor Vehicle Administration Driver Query, Triple I Inquiry Transaction (QH and QR)
• Maryland Criminal Justice Information System: Maryland CJIS - Identification/Index (PA2), Maryland RAP Sheet (RAPS), Maryland Automated Firearms Services System (FS00), Parole and Probation (OBI), Arrest and Disposition Records (MENU), Statement of Probable Cause (PFIM)
• Law Enforcement Information Exchange (LInX), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) eTrace system, Regional Automated Property Information Database (RAPID), Maryland Department of Juvenile Services ASSIST database, Licensing Portal, TransUnion TLOxp, Maryland Judiciary Case Search, Secure Maryland Judiciary Case Search (JPortal), Judicial Information Systems (JIS)
• Create, update, search, track and maintain unit database and other records, ledgers, and files.
• Identify firearms such as handguns (pistols and revolvers), regulated firearms, shotguns, rifles, short barreled shotguns, short barreled rifles, machine guns, assault pistols, assault weapons, silencers, etc. as those terms are defined in state and federal law.
• Identify violations of state and federal firearms laws, recommend appropriate criminal (firearm) charges, ensure, and guide any needed follow up, make necessary notifications to different municipal, county, state and federal law enforcement officials and other interested/involved parties such as but not limited to Prosecutors and Community Supervision formerly Parole and Probation.
• Quality Control 10% of Maryland Gun Center cases.
• Trace firearms through the Maryland Automated Firearms Services System and/or the ATF eTrace system and track crime guns to ensure proper disposition.
• Provide immediate guidance on all cases involving the unlawful possession of a firearm/ammunition, unlawful transfer of a firearm, straw purchase, the use of a firearm in the commission of a crime of violence or a felony, unlawful wear, carry and transport of handgun, drug crimes involving firearms, domestic violence involving firearms, Extreme Risk Protective Orders involving firearms, Child access to firearms, etc.
• Other task and assignments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: Four years of administrative staff or professional work.
• Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher-ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in State of Maryland and Federal Firearms Regulations and Laws.
• Experience utilizing Criminal History Databases and Law Enforcement Sensitive Resources nationwide.
• Prior law enforcement experience at the Federal, State, County or local levels of government.

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

• In accordance with Section 2-204(b)(6) of the Public Safety Article, Candidates for position in this classification will be subject to an initial drug screening and a complete criminal background investigation to include a polygraph examination before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the candidate.

Selection Process

• The selection process for this recruitment will involve a rating of the training and experience provided on the application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list in the BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, and QUALIFIED categories. The list will be used by the hiring manager to select the individual to fill this vacancy. The list will be valid for one year.

Examination Process

• The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.
• Applicants may be given a physical examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.

Benefits

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:
Maryland State Police
Human Resources Division
1201 Reisterstown Road
Pikesville, MD 21208
ATTN: Kirsten M. Clouse

Further Instructions

*If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland State Police at 410-653-4349.
*TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
*We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.
*As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
*Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
*It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

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