Pistol Permit Examiner

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for duties related to the issuance of pistol permits and the investigation of applicants in the Ulster County Sheriff’s Department. The work is carried out in accordance with Federal and State regulations, rules, and established procedures; and involves processing applications, performing investigations, finger printing and maintaining a variety of records. The incumbent utilizes the New York Statewide Police Information Network (NYSPIN) to conduct investigations. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level employee. Does related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Working knowledge of the principles and practices of investigative techniques; working knowledge of fingerprinting techniques; working knowledge of office terminology and procedures; ability to understand carry out oral and written directions; ability to write legibly and keep accurate records; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

A. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one (1) year of full-time paid, or its’ part-time equivalent, work experience; OR

B. Two (2) years of full-time paid, or its’ part-time equivalent, work experience.

Special Requirement for appointment to Ulster County positions: and in accordance with Ulster County Legislative Local Law Number 14 of 2007 or by other State and Federal Statutes, prospective candidates for employment to all Ulster County positions must obtain clearance for appointment from the Department of Criminal Justice System or other mandated Federal and State regulatory authorities. Such prospective candidates will be required to be fingerprinted accordingly.

ULSTER COUNTY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ALL CIVIL SERVICE LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS APPLY.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, disabled veteran status, or status as a member of any other protected group or activity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.87 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Work Location: In person