Criminal Justice Information Specialist 2 (In-Training)

October 16, 2026

<div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/jobpostings/image/20261012103148_3.png" style="width: 1025px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></div><div> </div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div data-pasted="true" style="text-align: left;">About the Position: The Criminal Justice Information Specialist (CJIS) supports the organization’s mission by receiving electronic disposition entries into the Washington State Identification System (WASIS) criminal history database from court systems. The position uses available resources to research open dispositions to ensure complete and accurate criminal history record information (CHRI) for dissemination upon request to law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, public and private sector employers, and the general public. Please note: This is not a fully remote position, however a hybrid schedule may be approved after training and probationary review period. About the Division: The Justice Information Division (JID) manages the collection and dissemination of criminal justice information for enhanced public safety. The Criminal History Records Section (CHRS) provides complete, accurate, and accessible criminal history in the interest of public safety. About the Agency: The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.</div></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><table data-pasted="true" style="width: 97%; height: 103px;"><colgroup><col style="width: 8.2447%;"><col style="width: 77.9255%;"><col style="width: 13.8298%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 34px;"><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">Level</td><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">In-Training</td><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">Salary</td></tr><tr><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">CJIS 1</td><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">6-month probation and then 18 months trial service for a total of 24 months.</td><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">4,004 - 5,376</td></tr><tr><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">CJIS 2</td><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">6-month trial service</td><td style="border-style: solid; border-color:inherit; border-width: 1pt; vertical-align: top; padding: 4pt;">4,406 - 5,928</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"> </div></div> Our new teammate will be able to: <ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;" data-pasted="true"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Apply special knowledge of statutes, policies, and procedures to evaluate, process, and disseminate complex/technical criminal history record information and sex/kidnapping offender registration (CHRI/SOR) which includes fingerprint arrest cards, dispositions, judgment and sentence documents, court orders and CHRI background requests from attorneys, prosecutors, criminal justice, state/federal agencies, and the private/public sector.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Research, investigate, and resolve dispositions that need clarification.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Interacts with and provides information to law enforcement agencies, criminal justice agencies, non-criminal justice agencies, public and private sector employers, and the general public throughout the state and outside of the state, regarding Washington State Patrol CHRI/SOR related topics.</li><li data-pasted="true" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Serve as point of contact for the customer service counter. Identifying and directing customers for services needed including fingerprinting, background checks, and record reviews.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Processes correspondence for criminal justice, state/federal agencies, and the private sector</li><li data-pasted="true" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Log statistical information, maintain, and update procedure manuals and reference materials, prepare and index documents for archive, perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Required Qualifications: <ul><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-pasted="true">Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. </li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">One year of experience maintaining or processing criminal history or offender records, grievance files, administrative files, medical files, parole files, counselor or custody files, in a governmental law enforcement office, court setting, or an adult or juvenile correctional agency.<ul style="color: inherit; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">College level course work in criminal justice, business administration, accounting, social science, or a related field will substitute one year of experience.</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation including a polygraph examination due to the confidential nature of the work.</li></ul>Equity Competencies:<ul type="disc" style="margin: 0in 0px 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; padding-left: 2rem;"><li style="margin: 0in; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The ability to take action to learn and grow.</li><li style="margin: 0in; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.</li><li style="margin: 0in; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Uses an equitable and inclusive approach.</li></ul> Why work for the Washington State Patrol? <ul type="disc"><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Infants at Work Program based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Continuous growth and development opportunities. </li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01.</li><li>Qualification for the <a href="https://ofm.wa.gov/sites/default/files/public/shr/PublicServiceLoan/PublicServiceLoanForgivenessProgramTraining.pptx." data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://ofm.wa.gov/sites/default/files/public/shr/PublicServiceLoan/PublicServiceLoanForgivenessProgramTraining.pptx.">Public Loan Forgiveness Program</a>.</li></ul><div style="text-align: left;">This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.<div style="text-align: justify;"> </div></div>For more information regarding how to apply for this position, please <a href="https://www.wsp.wa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/WSP-Supplemental-Information-1.pdf" tabindex="0" style="text-decoration: underline; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px;">click here</a><a href="https://get.adobe.com/reader/" target="_blank" style="font-style: normal; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-decoration: underline !important; color: inherit !important;">(Download PDF reader)</a>. <undefined>The Washington State Patrol does not provide immigration sponsorship; therefore, applicants must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship. </undefined><undefined> </undefined><div style="color: inherit;font-style: normal;text-indent: 0.0px;">Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). 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Please contact Kelcie Westley at <a href="mailto:Kelcie.Westley@wsp.wa.gov">Kelcie.Westley@wsp.wa.gov</a> Check us out on: <a href="https://www.wsp.wa.gov/" style="color: inherit;text-decoration: underline;" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.wsp.wa.gov/" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl="">WSP’s Website</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WashingtonStatePatrol/" style="color: inherit;text-decoration: underline;" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.facebook.com/WashingtonStatePatrol/" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl="">Facebook </a>| <a href="https://twitter.com/wastatepatrol" style="color: inherit;text-decoration: underline;" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://twitter.com/wastatepatrol" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl="">Twitter </a>| <a href="https://www.instagram.com/WaStatePatrol/" style="color: inherit;text-decoration: underline;" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.instagram.com/WaStatePatrol/" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl="">Instagram </a>| <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/wspgovandmedia" style="color: inherit;text-decoration: underline;" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl="">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/washington-state-patrol" style="color: inherit;text-decoration: underline;" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl="">LinkedIn</a></div>

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