Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Crime Analyst Supervisor (CAS), the Crime Analyst (CA) II provides extensive, initial training to new employees in the Eligibility Clearance Unit, Firearms Record Review Team, Armed and Prohibited Persons Unit, Carry Concealed Weapon Background Team, Firearms Reporting Team, and the Employment Subsequent Notification Team. New employees determine the eligibility of a person to own or possess a firearm, ammunition, and a firearm barrel by querying various databases and analyzing the records obtained. The CA II conducts quality control reviews of 10% of background eligibility checks made by new employees to ensure the determinations are accurate.

The CA II is also responsible for assisting with developing Quality Assurance Unit (QAU) processing procedures, workload tracking logs, and unit statistical reports. The CA II provides one-on-one training on a regular basis, as well as group refresher trainings as needed, to new employees and other Bureau of Firearms (BOF) staff with regard to eligibility check determinations and associated processes. The CA II acts in a lead capacity to resolve the most complex criminal and firearm record related issues specific to background eligibility checks. The CA II provides direction and assistance to staff on workload processes, conducts research, and works directly with law enforcement and other government agencies. The CA II works with the Application Development Bureau (ADB) information technology staff to develop, test, and implement system enhancements within the section’s databases.

This is a limited term position which may be extended or become permanent.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

DOJ has adopted telework for employees who can effectively perform their essential work functions remotely. After an initial training period, this position may allow for some telework opportunities. All telework schedules are based on current conditions and may be re-evaluated as conditions change. 

Work in an open work area and smoke-free environment. Must work between core business hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Based on operational needs, incumbent may on occasion be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays. Also, may not be allowed to take time off during the months of November through January.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• Clearly indicate the Job Control (JC-528400) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.

• Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only.

• A background check will be required.

• A fingerprint check will be required.

• If interested in this position, please apply and your List/Transfer eligibility will be verified.

• Failure to submit the required application documents may result in the disqualification of your application.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of : the various databases applicable to Crime Analyst work; relevant policies and procedures; the various terminology and acronyms used in Crime Analyst work; elements of the criminal intelligence cycle to be able to identify and describe the formalized steps of this process; state and federal regulations, state codes, and policies as they pertain to the functions of criminal investigation.

Ability to : work independently to meet deadlines with minimal supervision; work productively as a member of a team; select important elements contained within reports; extract data from detailed documents; establish and maintain files and databases; apply general rules to specific problems to form logical conclusions; identify missing items in a thread of information to establish a need for further investigation; visually present results of investigative efforts through a variety of software tools; identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions; break complex data down into organized and useful sections of information; and gather sources of information to be used in identifying trends of making conclusions.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Timely Filing of Applications

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Monday to Friday, Weekend work

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