Do you want to make a difference in California? Are you looking for a rewarding career that will help you develop both technically and analytically? The Bureau of Firearms serves the people of California through education, regulation, and enforcement actions regarding the manufacture, sales, ownership, safety training, and transfer of firearms. The Bureau of Firearms staffs are leaders in providing firearms expertise and information to law enforcement, legislators, and the j;jeneral public in a comprehensive program to promote legitimate and responsible firearms possession and use by California residents. Come join our team!

What will I be doing?

Under the general supervision of the Crime Analyst Supervisor (CAS) of the Quality Assurance and Firearm Record Review Teams, the Crime Analyst (CA) I is responsible for processing Firearm and Ammunition Record Review applications received from individuals who were denied a firearms related permit, employment requiring the possession or ownership of a firearm, or the ability to purchase, sell, transfer, and/or register a firearm or ammunition after an initial Basic Firearms Eligibility Check (BFEC) or Basic Ammunition Eligibility Check (BAEC) was conducted. The CA I conducts a new BFEC or BAEC, as appropriate, for applicants to ascertain the individual’s ability to own or possess firearms and ammunition. On occasion, the CA I may be required to work mandatory overtime or assist other Bureau of Firearm Eligibility Branch Teams. Time off requests between the months of November through January may not be granted.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

We offer free parking

We are located near the U.C. Davis medical campus and Broadway Corridor which provides a variety of places to eat and shop New walking trail around the building

Beautiful courtyard inside the building

DOJ has adopted telework for employees who can effectively perform their essential work functions remotely. After an initial training period, this position may allow for some hybrid telework opportunities. All telework schedules are based on current conditions and may be re-evaluated as conditions change.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

CRIME ANALYST I

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-472528

Position #(s):

420-510-0109-006

Working Title:

Crime Analyst

Classification:

CRIME ANALYST I

$3,906.00 - $5,091.00 A

$4,647.00 - $6,114.00 B

# of Positions:

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Firearms in Sacramento.
Please note that this classification contains multiple salary ranges. New-to-State employees will be given the minimum salary of Range A, unless you meet Alternate Range Criteria 494.
Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility
For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at the www.oag.ca.gov.

Special Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Clearly indicate the Job Control (JC-472528) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.

Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only.

A background check will be required.

A fingerprint check will be required.

If interested in this position, please apply and List/Transfer eligibility will be verified.

Failure to submit the required application documents may result in the disqualification of your application.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, if possible, please submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 4/16/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Justice

DLE-Arron Kohls

Attn: JC-472528

Department of Justice / DLE-OC- Personnel Liaison

1300 I Street, Suite 1140

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Justice

DLE-Arron Kohls

JC-472528

Department of Justice / DLE-OC- Personnel Liaison

1300 I Street, Suite 1140

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The CA I should have a general knowledge and understanding of California statutory codes, the criminal justice system, and regulations governing eligibility to purchase/possess firearms and/or ammunition in California.

The candidate should be able to follow oral and written instructions; analyze written and statistical data; write effectively; experience

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Arron Kohls
(916) 210-6581
arron.kohls@doj.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Timely Filing of Applications for Job Applications

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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