CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFO CONSULTANT I - 71001805

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

FDLE, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, is seeking a Criminal Justice Information Consultant I to assist with administration of operational and management issues related to criminal justice information. This role requires NCIC/FCIC certification and emphasizes data security and integrity across state databases.

The position emphasizes research, policy interpretation, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to meet legal and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of information analysis.
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with planning and coordination.
• Familiarity with criminal justice information systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research across multiple databases and resources.
• Assist in creating and updating operational procedures.
• Assist in quality assurance of criminal history records.
• Analyze documentation for impact of proposed law or rule changes.
• Liaise with Office of General Counsel for guidance on legal decisions.
• Track workload statistics and generate performance reports.
• Support special projects aligned with division goals.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather required documentation.
• Maintain liaison with agencies and the public via phone, email or in person.
• Draft detailed written notifications to customers on complex inquiries.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research

Data evaluation

Communication

Independence

Job description

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFO CONSULTANT I - 71001805

Date: Sep 28, 2026

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website .

Requisition No:884557

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFO CONSULTANT I - 71001805

CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION CONSULTANT I

CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SERVICES

CRIME INFORMATION/CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD MAINTENANCE

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Operations and Management Consultant Manager, this position is responsible for assisting with the administration and resolution of operational and management problems as they relate to criminal justice information. Additionally, this position provides research and analysis relative to state and national laws, rules and regulations that directly and indirectly impact the maintenance or dissemination of criminal justice information. This position must meet and maintain a National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) certification as required and is responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of data housed within the department databases.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

• Conducting research for relevant information from multiple databases and resources;
• Assisting management in the creation and maintenance of operational procedures to ensure section materials are up to date and available to section members;
• Assisting management in the quality assurance of criminal history records;
• Conducting analysis of documentation gathered for specialized requests and assisting in the determination of impact of proposed law or rules changes;
• Serving as liaison with Office of General Counsel (OGC) to receive direction and clarification on interpretation and department position for legal decisions;
• Assisting management in the tracking of section standards and workload statistics to produce departmental, divisional and section level performance reports;
• Conducting research and analysis for special projects related to the division strategic goals or as assigned by management;
• Collaborating with internal and external customers to gather documentation required to formulate a recommendation as required and within defined timeframes;
• Maintaining liaison with local, state and federal agencies and the public by means of telephone, correspondence or personal contact; and
• Drafting detailed written notifications to customers regarding complex questions or concerns.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication;
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection;
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data;
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;
• Ability to operate computers and other office equipment;
• Ability to monitor criminal justice information activities;
• Ability to work independently by planning, organizing, and coordinating work assignments;
• Ability to communicate effectively; and
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Note: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

BASE SALARY:

• $ 47,668.14

HOW YOU WILL GROW:

FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:

Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
• Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
• Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
• Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY:

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.

HIRING PROCESS:

You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration.Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

BACKGROUND:

FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant’s immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.

NOTES:

Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.

REMINDERS:

• Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.
• If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.