Firearms Program Coordinator

City of Tucson; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

The City of Tucson seeks a Court firearms coordinator to manage the Firearms Transfer Assistance Program within the court. You will coordinate with judges, county courts, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and law enforcement to ensure orders are properly administered and recorded.

You will develop procedures to track firearm transfers and work with various agencies to enforce high-risk protective orders. Training and outreach to the community are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Equivalency may substitute education and experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
• Two years of experience in law enforcement, court, or related setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all functions of the FTAP within the court.
• Work with judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, law enforcement and court staff.
• Coordinate with Pima County courts and Tucson City Court on firearms transfer provisions.
• Develop and track procedures for transferring firearms to appropriate agencies.
• Plan training for law enforcement on risk assessment and for judicial officers.

Skills

Court coordination

Interagency collaboration

Documentation

Training coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

APRAIS training

Job description

Court firearms coordinator

• Court firearms coordinator, a specialized court staff member, manages and coordinates all functions of the Firearms Transfer Assistance Program (FTAP).
• This role typically works closely with judges, county courts, prosecutors, defense attorneys, law enforcement, and other court personnel and agencies to ensure that firearms transfer orders in domestic violence and intimate partner protective order cases are properly administered and recorded.
• Work is performed under the supervision of the Specialty Court Coordinator Supervisor. This position does not supervise.
• Coordinates with Pima County Superior Court, Pima County Justice Court, and Tucson City Court facilitating the enforcement of judicial orders with firearms transfer provisions in high-risk domestic violence cases.
• Develop and perform processes and procedures to track the transfer of firearms to the appropriate law enforcement agencies based on the orders and requirements imposed by the individual courts.
• Works with various law enforcement agencies to facilitate the service of high-risk protective orders, and the enforcement of conditions of release in high-risk criminal cases.
• Works with Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse to coordinate the connection of advocates to high-risk victims in these cases.
• Coordinates with community agencies, the courts, probation, and law enforcement to develop and facilitate outreach programs to the public on the topics of domestic violence and firearms.
• Plans and organizes trainings for law enforcement on the APRAIS risk assessment, and training for judicial officers and other court staff on risk factors in intimate partner domestic violence cases in cooperation with Emerge and other service agencies.
• Assists in adapting and presenting training to state and national audiences as a blueprint for what a coordinated community response can accomplish in domestic violence and firearms issues.
• Tracks and maintains record of program-specific statistics that provide key performance indication of the programs progress and success.
• Reports statistical analysis in effective formats to assist program evaluation and development.
• All other duties as assigned.
• All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of relevant experience
• Equivalency Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

License/Certifications

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or another related field
• Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement, court, or another criminal justice setting

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile J0120 - Senior Court Clerk View full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

• Compensation Grade G104 Hourly Range $19.97 - 29.95 USD
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Non-Exempt
• Position Type Regular Time
• Department City Court Department

Background Check

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

ABOUT US – BENEFITS

• Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
• With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years.
• We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.

You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The city does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

ADA Accessibility Compliant Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

City Organization

The City of Tucson, founded in 1775 and incorporated in 1877, is a City Manager-led Mayor and Council government organization comprised of over 5,000 dedicated employees.

Tucson Community: The City of Tucson is recognized as a Top 20 “Best City in America” by Resonance Consultancy. Tucson, Arizona, is a thriving center for bioscience, aerospace/defense, optics, mining, and logistics. With a city population of more than 540,000 and a regional population of more than 1 million, Tucson has 330-plus days of sunshine a year and is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A small-town feel with big-city amenities complements its natural beauty. You can learn more about Tucson, Arizona, at Visit Tucson, Arizona. For system related questions please contact [e-mail]. For general Human Resources questions please contact 520-791-4241.