Warrants Specialist en Chesterfield County, VA

About the Department

High school diploma or GED; one year of experience in general clerical work to include filing, records maintenance, and data entry of files; experience working in law enforcement/criminal justice/warrants field preferred; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience with (Virginia Crime Information Network) VCIN/NCIC (National Crime Information Center) is preferred. Must pass VCIN certification within six months after becoming employed; experience dealing with the public helpful. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs; ability to interact in a polite and professional manner; strong communications skills; data entry skills; familiarity with the operation of basic office equipment; ability to maintain strict confidentiality; ability to manage statistical data and reports. General knowledge of the judicial system preferred but not required. 

Pre-employment drug testing, polygraph examination, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required. This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent criminal background check. Must be a US citizen or have been a lawful resident of the US for the past ten consecutive years.

This position is considered Critical Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana for this position is prohibited.

Position Duties

Accurately enter all incoming criminal warrants, capias', protective orders, etc. into VCIN/NCIC; prepare and provide reports to various courts, Virginia State Police, etc. as required; maintain files; purge records; send and receive tele-type messages; perform criminal history inquiries and DMV record checks; research and retrieve various other information from VCIN/NCIC, courts, other law enforcement agencies, etc. in response to specific requests. Respond to phone inquiries; ensure all processes are in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements; assist with Virginia State Police audits; perform general clerical duties. Perform other work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

40 hours/week; DAY or NIGHT shift position available; includes holiday and weekend shift work

Other Qualifications

Sheriff's Office - Secured Jail Facility