Justice Progam Associate Entry/ Senior

Introduction
It is the mission of the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) to protect the public and ensure that justice is done. To continue to meet this mission, the principles of equity, inclusion, and employee well-being have become a foundation for all work performed at DOJ, on behalf of Wisconsinites.
The DOJ is committed to developing and supporting a workforce and culture that is rich in diversity and innovation. It is the department’s goal to ensure that all DOJ employees are empowered to be authentic, claim belonging, and thrive. This is your opportunity to make and be the difference. Click here to learn more about DOJ.
In addition to working with a dynamic group of people, we offer amazing benefits , such as excellent health insurance, ample paid leave, flexible work schedules, and an employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and resources to help promote wellness. Furthermore, employment within the state of Wisconsin provides job stability, work/life balance, and numerous intrinsic rewards from doing meaningful work.
The Justice Program Associate position will be hired at the Entry or Senior level, to be determined at hire based on candidate qualifications.
Hours of Work: This position will start on the day shift working from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. After training has been completed, the work schedule will transition to 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm. There will be a weekend rotation of every third week after training is completed. Travel to the headquarters is not eligible for travel reimbursement.
Headquarters: This position is headquartered at the Risser Justice Center located at 17 West Main Street in Madison.
Application Deadline and Recruitment Contact : This job announcement will remain open until filled. Applicant materials will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis. First review date of applicant materials will be Monday, April 8, 2024.For any questions, please contact LaShana M. Miller, Human Resources Specialist Sr., at Millerlm1@doj.state.wi.us or 608-419-4549.
Position Summary
Entry-level : The entry level work involves the routine processing of criminal history information related to the Carry Conceal Weapon (CCW) and Handgun Hotline (HGH) programs for the Division of Law Enforcement Services Crime Information Bureau (CIB) Firearms Unit. At this level, the incumbent will receive training in order to develop the skills to apply state and federal laws, rules, regulations, administrative codes, and standards required to perform the specialized reviews for the issuance of licenses and certification cards to carry concealed weapons and approval of firearm purchases. This position will assist other experienced staff or a supervisor; perform routine administrative tasks and provide customer service for routine background checks. This position will perform work under close progressing to limited supervision.
Senior Level: The Bureau's responsibilities include the management, maintenance, and access to the Wisconsin Consolidated Criminal History Database and access to other criminal justice databases. Criminal justice database access is utilized to perform multiple responsibilities of the CIB, including maintenance of the database, conducting background checks, case research, issuance of licenses and certification cards to carry concealed weapons (CCW), and approval of firearms purchases from licensed firearms dealers in accordance with state statutes, administrative code, federal regulations, and department policies/procedures. The Firearms Unit's primary responsibilities include the administration of Wisconsin's Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) and Handgun Hotline (HGH) programs in accordance with state statutes, administrative code, federal regulations, and department policies/procedures. This position works under the general supervision of the Justice Program Supervisor.
Salary Information
The Justice Program Associate Entry-level position is in pay schedule 02 and pay range 11. The pay rate will be $21.23 per hour. The senior level position is in pay schedule 02 and range 12. The pay rate for the senior level is $22.95 per hour. Pay for current or former state employees will follow the provisions found in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. A 12-month probationary period may be required.
Job Details
This is an in-person position with the possibility to work remotely after training and probation is complete. Travel to the headquarters is not eligible for travel reimbursement.
The Department of Justice does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.
A background check, including fingerprints, will be completed on applicants prior to selection.
Qualifications
Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications.
Minimally qualified applicants must have education, training and/or experience in the following : Conducting research Providing customer service Record or data management
In addition to the minimum qualifications, a well-qualified applicant will have a combination of the following : Experience working in the TIME, Federal, and Wisconsin Consolidated Criminal History Experience applying state, local, federal laws and regulations as it pertains to criminal background information database Providing customer service and account maintenance to online account users
How To Apply
Apply online! To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Once logged in, click “Apply for Job” and follow the steps outlined in the application process. You will be required to submit a letter of qualifications and resume.
Each time you apply for a job; you should update and tailor your resume and letter of qualifications. You should clearly describe your education, training, and experience related to the items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. These qualifications should be addressed in your resume and expanded upon in your letter of qualifications. This will allow a fuller assessment regarding your qualifications and those required for the job applying for.
Your resume should include the following: Your educational background including any course work that relates to the position in which you are applying. Your employment history, including experiences and/or duties and a summary of accomplishments and skills learned or used. Any training or experience, including volunteer work or internships, you have related specifically to the “Qualifications” section of the assessment. Spell out any acronyms and/or abbreviations the first time used.
Your letter of qualifications should include: Additional information regarding your past work experience, including volunteer work and internships, or coursework you have taken. Highlights of your most relevant skills and experiences as they related to the specific job you are applying for. Specific examples that clearly demonstrates your level of expertise.
What not to include in your resume or letter of qualifications:
Your application materials should not include any information that is not job-related, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, or genetic information. Further, do not include any self-identifying information such as photos, social security numbers, political affiliation, citizen status or conviction records.
Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.
NOTE: Current/former State employees interested in a permissive transfer, demotion or reinstatement consideration must also apply.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.
We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply for positions. If any questions arise, please contact LaShana M. Miller, Human Resources Specialist Sr., at Millerlm1@doj.state.wi.us or 608-419-4549.
Deadline to Apply
This job announcement will remain open until filled. Applicant materials will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis. First review date of applicant materials will be Monday, April 8, 2024.