Police Information Technician - Baltimore Police Department

Police Information Technician

A Police Information Technician utilizes a computer terminal to inquire, enter, clear, cancel and locate criminal and police records information to respond to inquiries by Police Officers and other appropriate law enforcement personnel and agencies. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class may be required to work rotating shifts to provide evening and weekend coverage. Work is performed in an office where employees may be exposed to minor discomforts associated with video display terminals. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications :

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must :

Education : Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.

And Experience : Have one year of experience in the operation of computer terminals for data entry and successful completion of a required two-day Maryland State training course in the automated National Crime Information Center System within the first six months of employment.

Or Note Equivalencies : Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note : Failure to complete the required two-day training course within the first six months of hire, at no fault of the agency, will result in grounds for termination.

Application Deadline : Please submit your application no later than 12 : 00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of computerized data entry.
• Knowledge of the automated National Crime Information Center, Maryland Electronic Telecommunications Enforcement Resource System (METERS) and other systems used in the Baltimore Police Department.
• Skill in the operation of computer terminals, printers and related peripheral equipment.
• Ability to verify and correct data entry errors.
• Ability to refer to a multiple number of reference materials accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement in handling sensitive or confidential material.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Background Check : Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Probation : All people, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 1-year probation.

Eligibility : Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final. Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process : All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process : Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented in your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

Baltimore City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.