UCR/NIBRS PROGRAM SPECIALIST

The State of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Health benefits

Life insurance

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of State Police, Justice Information Bureau – Criminal Records, seeks a UCR/NIBRS Program Specialist to ensure compliance with FBI UCR and NIBRS standards and to support data-driven policing across agencies.

The role involves research, training, and acting as a liaison for NIBRS submissions, audits, and data quality. Trainee options are available and a full-time 37.5-hour week is typical.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and 2 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in criminal justice, data management, analytics, information systems or a related field.
• License/Certification: Valid driver's license or access to statewide travel.
• Other Requirements: Must pass a background investigation including a fingerprint-based criminal record check and motor vehicle record check.
• Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 3+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.

Responsibilities

• Research and reviews State RSAs to determine alignment of reporting specifications to FBI UCR standards.
• Provide technical expertise of NIBRS system use to boards, committees, and vendors.
• Prepare comprehensive reports with analytical depictions on crime trends.
• Respond to NH Law Enforcement with troubleshooting and clarification of policies.

Skills

Criminal justice

Data management

Analytics

Information systems

Education

Associate's degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

UCR/NIBRS PROGRAM SPECIALIST (Job ID: 53386)

Stateof New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Safety

Division of State Police

Justice Information Bureau - Criminal Records

33 Hazen Drive

Concord NH 03305

UCR/NIBRS PROGRAM SPECIALIST

(Program Specialist I)

Position#10625

$22.50/hour - $30.02/hour

This position offers a Trainee Status* starting at the following pay rate: $21.63 The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of State Police, Justice Information Bureau - Criminal Records, has a full-time vacancy for AFIS Team Program Assistant (Program Assistant II), SOC Title 43-4190 MISC RECORDS CLERKS-3. This position has a 37.5 hour work week and is considered non-exempt. per hour

*Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

Summary

Research and reviews State RSAs to ensure effective application and alignment of New Hampshire crime data to the federal Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) standards. Supports the UCR Program and the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) for the State of New Hampshire to ensure statistical reliability and accuracy by conducting NIBRS quality reviews examining state and local agency submissions for compliance with reporting standards set forth by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Associate's degree and 2 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in criminal justice, data management, analytics, information systems or a related field.
• License/Certification: Valid driver's license or access to statewide travel.
• Other Requirements: Must pass a background investigation including a fingerprint-based criminal record check and motor vehicle record check.
• Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 3+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in data collection, XML, or Records Management Systems (RMS).

After-Hire Requirements

None

Career Advancement Opportunities

• In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No
• Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Disclaimers

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

• Research and reviews State RSAs to determine the appropriate alignment of reporting specifications to federal UCR standards and ensures the compliance of New Hampshire’s crime data with the national standard certifying a unified view of New Hampshire’s crime trends as compared to other states.
• Provides technical expertise of NIBRS system use to boards, committees, and vendors to present information and clarify program and user requirements for contribution to software development, computer systems analysis, and database/network administration. Makes recommendations for system updates based on troubleshooting issues and user feedback.
• Conducts research on projects and/or crime trends as requested by the UCR Program Manager, preparing comprehensive reports with analytical depictions providing statistical information used by local law enforcement and other state agencies.
• Responds, promptly, to New Hampshire Law Enforcement personnel with troubleshooting and clarification of program policies and regulations to ensure accurate NIBRS submissions, which lends to statistical reliability, accuracy, accessibility, and timeliness.
• Processes state and local agency NIBRS data through the Central Repository, generating a report of all errors. Conducts external audits, remotely and on site, of local police departments NIBRS compliance, ensuring quality of submissions by local departments is accurate, complete, and timely.
• Assists in training for local and state law enforcement agencies in the use of NIBRS coding standards and specifications for submission, collection, maintenance, and dissemination of crime data. Aids in the development, modification, and preparation of supplemental training content to provide targeted training information based on particular records management systems in use.
• Serves as the NIBRS liaison to the State Police reporting systems by participating in workgroups, ensuring NIBRS adherence through the user interface (UI).
• Represents the Division through participation at national and regional conferences to stay current in NIBRS specifications, policies, and procedures. Serves as a panelist or co-presenter at conference sessions. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with other state UCR program staff to foster a network of collaborative resources.
• Answers Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) – NH RSA 91-A requests by compiling and disseminating crime statistics to the public in conjunction with the Department of Safety Legal Unit.

Total Compensation Information

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

• *Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• * Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• *State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• *Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• *$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• *Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964