Criminal History Analyst ​/ State Prog Admin Tech Spec

Criminal History Analyst / State Prog Admin Tech Spec

Job Class:
State Program Administrator, Technical Specialist

Agency:
Public Safety Dept

Job

Location:

St. Paul

Telework Eligible:
No

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:
Unlimited

Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid. Eligible bidders (permanent, classified employees in the same job classification) should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing meagan.buchholz.us by 11:59 PM 08/03/2026

Date Posted: 07/28/2026

Closing Date: 08/06/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-AFSCME

Division/Unit: CJIS Crim Justice Info Sys / CRIMINAL HISTORY UNIT

Work Shift/

Work Hours:

Day Shift

Days of Work:
Monday - Friday

Travel Required:

No

Salary Range: $24.02 - $33.86 / hourly; $50,153 - $70,699 / annually

Classified Status:
Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME

Work Area: 1430 Maryland Ave E, St Paul, MN 55106

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is responsible for maintaining and disseminating complete, accurate and timely adult and juvenile criminal history records for individuals in Minnesota. This position serves as a subject matter expert in the area of criminal history information and works with all facets of the criminal justice system to ensure that state and federal statutes, as well as other federal, state, and local rules and policies are applied appropriately to provide the most comprehensive picture of an individual's criminal history.

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.

Minimum Qualifications

1) Two years' experience interpreting legal documents, legislation and analyzing statutes, rules and processes related to criminal justice information. Able to explain complex procedures in easy to understand terms

2) Experience with legal and criminal justice processes, terminology and Criminal History Records

3) Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, database management etc., including keyboarding, data entry skills and the ability to navigate multiple applications/databases simultaneously

4) Strong written and oral communication skills to sufficiently communicate with coworkers, clients/clientele, and the general public through email, written and phone interactions

5) Good customer service skills and the ability to work with a variety of customers from diverse backgrounds

6) Good problem solving skills and the ability to effectively organize work

7) Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from a diverse background and underserved communities

Preferred Qualifications

1) Knowledge of state and federal statutes, rules, and policies related to adult and juvenile criminal history information

2) Experience reading, interpreting, and managing criminal history records

3) Knowledge of III, NLETS and NFF

4) Knowledge of the various components of the Minnesota Criminal Justice System and their functions

5) Bachelor's Degree

6) At least two years of professional and/or para-professional experience

7) Ability to prioritize multiple projects and heavy volume of work

Physical Requirements

Very light:
Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes successful completion of the following background components:

• Criminal history
• Reference check
• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
• Drug screen
• SEMA4 records, personnel file and employment records (current and former State employees only)

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined…