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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Firearms Background Specialist 1 (Legal Assistant 1) in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4330892 THE POSITION Are you interested in participating in the investigative process? Would you enjoy taking part in ensuring regulations are followed to help promote public safety? The Pennsylvania State Police is searching for dedicated Firearms Background Specialist 1s (Legal Assistant 1s) to gather and review available information to develop preliminary approval or denial of an applicant's request to purchase a firearm or acquire a license to carry a firearm. Determinations are made in accordance with the operational requirements of the Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS). If this exciting opportunity to serve the public while earning a great salary with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has your interest, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Firearms Background Specialist 1, you act as an operator for the PICS. You gather and review information to develop preliminary recommendations for supervisory review for approval or denial of a firearm purchase or license to carry application. This includes PICS background check requests for evidence returns.
Duties include determining whether an applicant is the same individual who has been identified by a criminal history record, court ordered protection from abuse, or mental health record, and determining if an applicant is wanted based on the provided information. In addition, you follow procedures for apprehension of wanted persons which includes verifying the warrant with the issuing agency and having local police dispatched to the scene. You also gather information for supervisor review for the approval or disapproval determinations by interpreting current and former state and federal laws as they apply to a purchase, or license to carry.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week Work hours are rotating shifts including holidays and weekends, with 30-minute lunch. Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $39,003.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. 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. Additional Requirements: All employees must obtain 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. This job title has been identified as performing critical duties. Prior to placement in this job title, the selected candidate regardless of their current job, must submit a Report of Medications for screening by the State Police Medical Officer. How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply ith the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
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.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.