Criminal Records Analyst 1/2/3

DPS-Office of State Police; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay up to $2/hour

SAME program (State As a ModelEmployer

Job summary

Louisiana State Police in Baton Rouge seeks a Criminal Records Analyst to join the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information (BCII). You will process and verify criminal history data, support law enforcement, courts, and the public, and uphold strict confidentiality.

Position details include a standard 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule, probationary or promotional appointment, and the potential for premium pay up to $2.00 per hour. Relevant experience in administrative services is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in administrative services.
• Experience substitution: every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for six months of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, classify, reconcile, and file criminal history records and applications from criminal justice agencies and the public.
• Research, verify, and resolve incomplete or inconsistent data by accessing multiple automated criminal history systems.
• Update and maintain computerized criminal history files, including expungements, fingerprint submissions, sex offender registry, and background checks.
• Communicate with courts, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and the public regarding criminal history records, processes, and requirements.
• Scan, index, and upload official documents such as crash reports and mugshots into state and national databases.
• Prepare accurate documentation and reports to support compliance with state and federal standards.
• Provide technical assistance and training to local, state, and federal agencies on the proper use of criminal justice information systems.
• Make confidential inquiries into highly sensitive, computerized files while adhering to strict security and confidentiality guidelines

Skills

Administrative services

Job description

At the Louisiana State Police, our mission is to safeguard communities and strengthen trust by maintaining accurate, secure, and accessible criminal justice information. We’re seeking Criminal Records Analysts to join the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Information (BCII)—the state’s central repository for criminal history records. BCII supports law enforcement, courts, and the public by providing critical services such as expungements, fingerprint analysis, background checks, and sex offender registry management.

In this role, you will process, verify, and maintain sensitive criminal justice data that directly supports public safety across Louisiana. Analysts review criminal history records, research and reconcile inconsistencies, and provide technical assistance to local, state, and federal agencies. This position requires attention to detail, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to handle highly confidential information.

If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to grow your career in public safety, this opportunity offers meaningful work that supports justice, law enforcement, and Louisiana’s citizens.

Thinking Critically - Analyzes key information, weighs evidence, and draw logical, well-supported conclusions from credible sources. Make Accurate Judgements - Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available info, context, and trade-offs. Communicate Effectively - Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.

Two years of experience in administrative services. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for six months of the required experience.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

As a Criminal Records Analyst at BCII, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy, security, and accessibility of Louisiana’s criminal history records. In this role, you will:

• Receive, classify, reconcile, and file criminal history records and applications from criminal justice agencies and the public.
• Research, verify, and resolve incomplete or inconsistent data by accessing multiple automated criminal history systems.
• Update and maintain computerized criminal history files, including expungements, fingerprint submissions, sex offender registry, and background checks.
• Communicate with courts, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and the public regarding criminal history records, processes, and requirements.
• Scan, index, and upload official documents such as crash reports and mugshots into state and national databases.
• Prepare accurate documentation and reports to support compliance with state and federal standards.
• Provide technical assistance and training to local, state, and federal agencies on the proper use of criminal justice information systems.
• Make confidential inquiries into highly sensitive, computerized files while adhering to strict security and confidentiality guidelines

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Criminal Records Analyst 1, 2, or 3.

Work Schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday

Compensation: Eligible for premium pay of up to $2.00 per hour

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Contact Information

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