Compliance Monitor

General Job Information

There is only one city in the country that can say it is the Nation's Capital - Washington, D.C. Given that distinction, The Metropolitan Police Department is the premiere law enforcement organization in the city. We receive over 22 million visitors a year, have almost 700,000 residents, and 21,000 private business. The Department consists of more than 4,200 members: approximately 3,550 sworn members and over 650 civilian employees. We are one of the most diverse and highly trained departments in the country. We have the honor of safeguarding and protecting not only our nation's residents, but also people from all over the world.

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) offers an attractive benefits package. The benefits package includes competitive compensation, health insurance, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability and life insurance, as well a strong retirement benefit and savings options. Employees are also eligible for our employer contributed 401a plan after one year of employment. Additional perks such as discounts on wireless carriers, gym memberships, amusement park tickets and much more! Additional information can be found at: DCHR Benefits

This position is located in the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) within the Technical and Analytical Services Bureau (TASB), Applications Management Division, Business Applications & Compliance Branch. The incumbent serves as Compliance Monitor, responsible for conducting inspections on law enforcement information systems to ensure compliance with departmental regulations and agency procedures.

This Management Analyst position is covered under the National Association of Government Employees (NAGE) bargaining unit and you may be required to pay an agency fee through direct payroll deductions.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Conducts inspections of MPD's Washington Area Law Enforcement System (WALES) and

• National Crime Information Center (NCIC) systems, for compliance with information security

• policies, Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) regulations and agency procedures. Decides

• the adequacy of various controls; scrutinizes users' compliance with selecting appropriate methods

• and procedures in transacting a variety of system actions.

• Audits actions taken by users of the criminal information system. Reviews consistency of methods,

• and selections of appropriate policies, procedures and methods. Inspects case files, reports, logs

• and user's documents against automated system files and other source documents.

• Inspects operating procedures and policies of the department and outside agencies. Determines

• level of compliance, with application of appropriate CJIS guidelines and procedures that govern

• the use of NCIC and WALES systems.

• Reviews numerous detailed activities from when the user enters the system until the point of exit.

• Gathers and analyzes data for the development of special reports, recommendations, fact-finding

• and course of action. Prepares detailed written documentation to include formulation of facts,

• justification of findings and basis for recommendations.

• Contacts representatives of assigned agencies to schedule/reschedule appointments; establishes

• long-range plans of inspecting facilities; follow-ups on recommended corrective action plans;

• prepares final recommendations for submission to supervisor.

• Assists in the preparation of inspection plans, recording in a prescribed form at the information

• pertinent to the inspection of records or conditions. Gathers and analyzes data for the development

• of special reports, such as, inspection progress, program deficiencies and required immediate

• corrective action. Participates in exit conferences with management officials when closing a

• complete exit assignment. Explains findings and answer questions.

• Assists in the development of surveys and questionnaires to determine compliance with Terminal

• Agency Contact and external agencies regarding WALES and NCIC and other compliance

• programs' operational guidelines. Generates statistical analysis of surveys and submits reports.

• Conducts background checks for vendors and contractors. Monitors validations for external

• agencies.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Demonstrated thorough knowledge of investigative techniques, practices and methods and thorough knowledge of auditing concepts, principles and techniques.

Demonstrated thorough knowledge and skill in data collection, analysis, and evaluation. Skill in gathering, assembling and analyzing information to establish facts and arrive at conclusions.

• Knowledge of Federal and District crime information system laws relative to NCIC and WALES.

• Ability to maintain or oversee the maintenance of records, databases and prepare narrative and

• written reports and recommendations.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal relationships skills, as required,

• to exercise good judgment in the evaluations of situations and to convey decisions, and other

• information in a clear and concise manner.

• Knowledge of, and proficiency in the use of operating a personal computer (PC), utilizing

• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Personnel Performance Management

• System (PPMS), scanner and copier, and the ability to learn and use the software adapted by the

• agency, and other electronic equipment to perform the job.

Licensures, Certifications and other requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.

Work Experience

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the CS-09 grade level, or its non-District equivalent, gained from the public or private sector. Specialized experience for the position includes, but not limited to: experience applying compliance, auditing, investigating and inspection practices, methods, and techniques to perform duties; experience in data collection, analysis, and evaluation; experience gathering, assembling and analyzing information to establish facts and arrive at conclusions; and skill in making effective oral and written reports and presentations.

Work Environment

Work location is in an office environment. Work is sedentary and may require walking and standing in conjunction with travel and attendance at meeting and conferences away from the work site and carrying light items, such as laptops, papers, books, small parts, and driving an automobile.

Other Significant Factors

Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential

This position is deemed as "Security Sensitive" pursuant to Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, in addition to the general suitability screening and criminal background check (pre-employment and periodic), individuals may be subject to the following checks and tests:

a. Traffic record check (as applicable);

b. Pre-employment drug and alcohol test (as applicable);

c. Consumer credit check (as applicable);

d. Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test;

e. Random drug and alcohol test;

f. Return to duty or follow-up drug and alcohol test; and

g. Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited.

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