Criminal Information Systems Technician

UNCLASSIFIED POSITION IN THE FULTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

AVAILABILITY:
Shift Assignments: 3PM – 11PM or 11PM – 7AM. MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO WORK VARIOUS SHIFTS AS NEEDED, INCLUDING NIGHTS, HOLIDAYS, AND WEEKENDS – 24/7 OPERATIONS.

• Administrative Support:
  Read and understand different criminal charges and documents; perform various administrative duties as needed.
• Data Entry and Maintenance:
  Accurately input and update criminal justice information into various databases, including arrest records, warrants, and incident reports.
• Data Retrieval and Analysis:
  Retrieve and analyze criminal information to assist in investigations, identify trends, and generate reports.
• Security and Compliance:
  Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations, including access controls and strict confidentiality protocols.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with law enforcement agencies and officers, analysts, and other stakeholders to support their investigative needs.

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), computer systems, databases, and data entry.
• Attention to Detail:
  Ability to accurately input and verify data.
• Problem‑Solving:
  Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Security Awareness:
  Understanding of data security protocols and best practices.
• Criminal Justice Knowledge:
  Basic knowledge of criminal justice principles and procedures.
• Stress Tolerance:
  Ability to work under pressure and handle sensitive information.

• Previous experience working in a Booking Unit.
• Experience with specific criminal justice information systems (e.g., GCIC, NCIC, RMS, etc.).

• Requires an extensive background check.
• Shift Work:
  May involve working non‑standard hours or shifts, as required.

High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of clerical or customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) Certification;
Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) Network Operator Training;
Security and Awareness Training must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position. May be required to pass a typing test as a condition of employment. If applicable, must accurately type a minimum of 40 wpm, utilizing a personal computer.

The purpose of this classification is to perform work relating to entry and retrieval of information from the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) and the National Crime Information Center (NClC) systems. Assignment location may vary.

Processes inmates into the jail booking and fingerprinting inmate, updating inmate records with court dispositions and criminal arrest warrants; schedule and/or prepare the Court calendar for inmates to appear in court; disseminate sensitive GCIC databanks via GCIC/NCIC terminal computer to other law enforcement agencies; communicate via digital mobile devices with emergency dispatcher; register Sex Offenders on the National Offender Registry Systems and enter court ordered temporary and permanent protection orders (TPO) on databanks;
Respond to GCICI/NCIC hit request from other agencies; performs GCIC/NClC wanted person's inquiry on offenders admitted to the jail; place detainers/holds on offenders for extradition, immigration and other local law enforcement agencies; process apprehension requests for law enforcement agencies to apprehend offenders within a limited timeframe; process court orders to admit and/or release inmates from the jail;
Update inmate record upon receipt of case dispositions or court order; enter; maintain…