Legal Assistant 1 - Dauphin County, PA, United States - Commonwealth of PA

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Description

THE POSITION:


DESCRIPTION OF WORK:


In this role, you will be a PICS operator and gather as well as review information to develop preliminary recommendations for supervisory review of an approval or denial of a firearm purchase or license to carry applicant, including PICS Background Check Requests for Evidence Returns.

You will also research applicants who have a criminal record and obtain information such as dispositions, grades of crime, and possibility of domestic violence involvement.

You will determine whether an applicant is the same individual who has been identified by a criminal history record, Protection from Abuse (PFA) order, or mental health record, and if the applicant is wanted based on the provided information.

Additionally, you will follow procedures for apprehension of wanted persons, which includes verifying the warrant with the issuing agency and having local police dispatched to the scene.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:


  • Fulltime employment, 37.5 hours per week
  • Work hours will have rotating shifts, including holidays and weekends.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY:


QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:


  • Three years of responsible clerical, enforcement or investigative work;
    or:
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Post Employment Requirement:


  • You must obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.

Additional Requirement:


  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:


  • You must pass criminal history and background investigations.

How to Apply:

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  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.


Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.


Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S.

holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good.

As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.


Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

  • Eligibility rules apply.

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