Sex Offender Registry Specialist; Administrative Support Assistant

This is not a remote position. Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at DPS headquarters in Des Moines.

The Iowa Department of Public Safety Division of Criminal Investigation is looking to fill a Sex Offender Registry (SOR) Specialist (Administrative Support Assistant
3) position for the Sex Offender Registry. Starting salary $41,100.80 plus State of Iowa Benefit Package.

The Iowa Department of Public Safety (PS) is a statewide law enforcement agency committed to serving the people of Iowa with leadership, integrity, and professionalism. We uphold the core values of courtesy, service, and protection, and collaborate with federal, state, and local jurisdictions within the criminal justice community to provide for the safety of people living in or traveling through the State of Iowa.

DPS is comprised of the following divisions:

• Iowa State Patrol
• Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
• Iowa Division of Narcotics Enforcement
• Iowa State Fire Marshal
• Division of Professional Development and Support Services
• Division of Intelligence and Fusion Center
• Administrative Services Division

The Iowa SOR is the central repository for all sex offender records in the state and is governed by state and federal laws (including Iowa Code Chapter 692A and SORNA/Public Law 109-248). All registration information is completed by registering agencies (99 county Sheriff's Offices and 8 Department of Corrections facilities) and submitted to the Iowa SOR. The Specialist manages and maintains the records.

The Specialist reviews and evaluates all electronic and manual registration submissions. The Specialist creates records for new offenders, and reviews and completes submissions for new and existing registrants prior to acceptance of information into SOR database applications. Criminal history and court information is reviewed to confirm Iowa conviction information. Other jurisdiction criminal history, court and registry information is reviewed for non‑Iowa convictions.

As needed, registering agencies are contacted for additional information and/or clarification of information, and/or requested to correct and/or resubmit registration information. The Specialist assesses registration information for potential compliance issues. The Specialist also monitors the database applications for potential technical concerns.

The Specialist completes annual SOR record validations as required by state and federal laws. Records are reviewed for completeness, accuracy and timeliness. Any issues are followed up on as appropriate with registering agencies, or the Division of Criminal Investigation if the issue is related to criminal history information.

The applicant must acquire IOWA/NCIC Certification within six (6) months of employment; training is provided by the Department of Public Safety.

• The successful applicant must pass a thorough background investigation conducted by Iowa Department of Public Safety Investigators before a final letter of employment offer is delivered.

At the State of Iowa, we value our employees’ talents and backgrounds, and are committed to your well‑being beyond the paycheck. As a valued team member, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Paid Time Off:

• Vacation accruals that begin on day one and rollover on a yearly basis
• Unlimited sick leave accrual
• Nine (9) paid holidays per year

Insurance Options:

• Health – Affordable plans with the state paying more than 90% of premiums
• Dental – Dental - Free for single coverage and affordable family coverage with access to a vision discount program
• Life* – $20,000 in life insurance free, with an option to purchase additional coverage (
  * depending upon Collective Bargaining Agreements)
• Long‑Term Disability Insurance – Available at no cost

Retirement:

• IPERS Retirement package offering a lifetime monthly financial benefit for vested employees. For every $1 an employee contributes, the state matches with $1.50
• Retirement Investors’ Club (RIC) offering a voluntary savings program including a State match of up to $75/month

Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and…