Firearms Background Specialist 1 (Legal Assistant 1)Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4466332) ApplyFirearms Background Specialist 1 (Legal Assistant 1)Salary$39,003.00 - $58,211.00 AnnuallyLocation Dauphin County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeJob NumberN-2024-81842DepartmentPennsylvania State PoliceDivisionSP PICS Ops SectOpening Date04/12/2024Closing Date4/21/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code07010Position NumberMultiple positions may be filled from this posting.UnionAFSCMEBargaining UnitA1Pay GroupST04Bureau / Division Code00209436Bureau / DivisionPICS Operations SectionWorksite Address1800 Elmerton AvenueCityHarrisburg, PennsylvaniaZip Code17110Contact NamePSP Human Resource Civilian PlacementContact EmailRA-SPSPCIVILPLCMT@pa.gov
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THE POSITIONAre you dependable and detail-oriented? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are actively seeking legal assistants for the Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS) Operations Section to process applications for firearm purchases and carry licenses. Apply today and join our dynamic team of professionals! DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this role, you will be a PICS operator and gather as well as review information to develop preliminary recommendations for supervisory review of an approval or denial of a firearm purchase or license to carry applicant, including PICS Background Check Requests for Evidence Returns. You will also research applicants who have a criminal record and obtain information such as dispositions, grades of crime, and possibility of domestic violence involvement. You will determine whether an applicant is the same individual who has been identified by a criminal history record, Protection from Abuse (PFA) order, or mental health record, and if the applicant is wanted based on the provided information. Additionally, y ou will follow procedures for apprehension of wanted persons, which includes verifying the warrant with the issuing agency and having local police dispatched to the scene. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00247958) .Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
Work hours will have rotating shifts, including holidays and weekends.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $39,003 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Three years of responsible clerical, enforcement or investigative work ;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Post Employment Requirement:
You must obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
Additional Requirement:
Ability to obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass criminal history and background investigations.
This job title has been identified as performing critical duties. Prior to placement in this job title, the selected candidate regardless of their current job, must submit a Report of Medications for screening by the State Police Medical Officer.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
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711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !Health & WellnessWe offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial PlanningWe invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life BalanceWe know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and CultureWe believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.Eligibility rules apply.01 How many years of full-time responsible clerical, enforcement, or investigative work do you possess?
3 years or more
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How much college coursework have you completed?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
90 credits or more
60 but less than 90 credits
30 but less than 60 credits
Less than 30 credits
None
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AgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Websitehttp://www.employment.pa.gov
