Criminal Information Compliance Specialist

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Criminal Information Compliance Specialist at Utah Department of Public Safety (BCI AFIS Section) leads statewide educational initiatives, develops biometric capture training, and ensures accurate reporting within the Utah Criminal History (UCH) database.

The role conducts on-site workshops, remote sessions, and self-paced modules for law enforcement, judicial staff, and regulators, while performing record audits, disposition research, and data updates in line with state and federal

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Utah Criminal History, UCJIS, ABC, AFIS and related systems.
• Advanced knowledge of BCI programs and activities.
• Experience presenting to groups.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Design & Technical Instruction: Formulate and deliver structured training curricula on biometric capture, statutory reporting mandates, and record accuracy for law enforcement and related audiences.
• Multimodal Instructional Delivery: Facilitate on-site field workshops, remote video sessions, and self-paced digital learning modules for diverse audiences.
• Disposition Research & Repository Maintenance: Audit state criminal history files, investigate unresolved arrest records, retrieve missing dispositions, and update the UCH database per standards.
• Field Technical Assistance: Conduct on-site agency visits to review data entry workflows, troubleshoot fingerprint rejection rates, and implement improvements.
• Operational & Sectional Support: Assist AFIS leadership with special records-clearing initiatives, testing, and inter-departmental projects.

Skills

Utah Criminal History / UCJIS / AFIS /

BCI programs & activities

Instructing / presenting to groups

Job description

Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $22.66 - $34.00 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Application Deadline – 11/16/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Criminal Information Compliance Specialist

BCI (AFIS Section)

This position is open to current BCI staff only.

A Criminal History Improvement Trainer (Tech II) is responsible for developing, executing, and standardizing statewide educational initiatives that enhance the accuracy, integrity, and timely reporting of records within the Utah Criminal History (UCH) database. This position delivers specialized training in biometric collection methodologies, leads record audit and missing-disposition research, and serves as an inter-agency liaison between state repositories and local stakeholders.

Qualifications

Principal Duties

• Curriculum Design & Technical Instruction: Formulate and deliver structured training curricula on biometric capture (fingerprint mechanics and quality thresholds), statutory reporting mandates, and record accuracy for law enforcement, judicial staff, educational institutions, and private regulatory bodies.
• Multimodal Instructional Delivery: Facilitate on-site field workshops, interactive remote video sessions, and self-paced digital learning modules tailored to diverse operational audiences.
• Disposition Research & Repository Maintenance: Audit state criminal history files, investigate unresolved arrest records, retrieve missing court dispositions from local jurisdictions, and update the UCH database in adherence to state and federal standards.
• Field Technical Assistance: Conduct on-site agency visits to review data entry workflows, troubleshoot fingerprint rejection rates, and implement corrective process improvements.
• Operational & Sectional Support: Assist AFIS section leadership with special record-clearing initiatives, system testing, and inter-departmental projects as required.

An ideal candidate will have

• Knowledge of Utah Criminal History, UCJIS, ABC, AFIS and other supported systems.
• Advanced knowledge of BCI programs and activities.
• Experience in instructing and presenting to groups.

Supplemental Information

• Traveling to local courthouses and law enforcement entities throughout the state (primarily during regular business hours, with occasional early evenings).
• Must pass the Utah Bureau of Identification Proficiency test within the probationary period and maintain certification thereafter.

About the Role

Location –
4315 S 2700 W
Taylorsville, Utah, 84129
United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) is comprised of 13 divisions and bureaus that include the Utah Highway Patrol, the Division of Emergency Management (DEM), Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Driver License division (DLD), Statewide Information and Analysis Center (SIAC), State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), State Fire Marshal, Highway Safety Office, Communications, State Crime Lab, Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) and Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). The DPS dive team, aero bureau, CERT team and Public Protection Unit (PPU) also fall under the Department of Public Safety. DPS is made up of more than 1,500 state employees who are stationed across Utah. The Department of Public Safety offers a unique and rewarding employment opportunity. More information about our agency can be found on www.dps.utah.gov.

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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