NIBRS Technician I

NIBRS Technician I

Salary

$21.50 Hourly

Location

Public Safety Building, 7200 Barrister Dr., Boise, ID

Job Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Job Number

03019

Department

Sheriff

Division

ASB- Data Analytics & Intelligence

Opening Date

07/10/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

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General Summary

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Performs technical and clerical functions in support of the Ada County Sheriff's Office Center for Data Analytics & Intelligence. Employees in this series create and maintain crime-related records and ensure the accuracy, classification, and coding of complex law-enforcement data in compliance with the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) and related programs.

Work requires a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, confidentiality, and coordination with law-enforcement officers, supervisors, courts, and prosecuting attorneys. Employees perform data audits, review reports for compliance, and ensure timely submission of records to the Idaho NIBRS Repository and related systems.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

NIBRS Technician I is the entry-level position. Incumbents receive close supervision and structured training in NIBRS coding, validation, and data-entry procedures. Work focuses on learning agency systems, quality-control standards, and reporting timelines.

SHIFT INFORMATION

This position typically works 8 hour days, Monday thru Friday.

BENEFITS

Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurances

Idaho PERSI retirement plan

Deferred Compensation plan 457(b) with a County match of up to 3%

Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care

Post-Employment Health Plan - 50% of unused sick leave above 240 hours

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

No cost basic life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurances

Eleven (11) paid holidays annually

Paid vacation leave, sick leave, and parental leave

No cost gym access at three (3) County owned gym facilities

Wellness Program

Optional 401(k) and/or Roth IRA

Visit adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our full benefits package.

Essential Functions

NIBRS TECHNICIAN I:

• Reads and interprets law-enforcement officers' reports to gather and enter accurate information for NIBRS and agency crime analyses;
• Reviews and enters data on arrests, case status, warrants, and field interviews from law-enforcement officers, the courts, prosecuting attorneys, and jail management staff;
• Enters and maintains information on Law Enforcement Officers Killed or Assaulted (LEOKA);
• Notifies law-enforcement personnel of any adjustments or corrections needed on reports;
• Maintains accuracy of information for tracking stolen vehicles, stolen property, and runaway juveniles;
• Performs regular system audits under supervision to maintain data integrity and ensure documentation for file audits is complete and available in a timely fashion;
• Performs records searches on internal and external computer databases;
• Performs related duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Cross-trains in related law-enforcement data-entry or records areas as needed;
• Performs other duties consistent with job responsibilities.

Job Requirements

NIBRS TECHNICIAN I:

• Must possess a high-school diploma or equivalent;
• Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling;
• Knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications;
• Skill in organizing and accurately accomplishing work within limited timeframes;
• Skill in communicating with culturally diverse populations and providing excellent customer service;
• Ability to learn legal terminology and state and national crime-reporting standards;
• Ability to research, interpret, and maintain data with a high degree of accuracy;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality through policy and procedure;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, law-enforcement personnel, and the public.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must appear before an oral board and successfully complete a polygraph, credit check and background investigation;
• This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;
• May be required to lift to 20 lbs.;
• May require extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, or viewing computer screens;
• Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks.

DISCLAIMER

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veterans Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

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Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

Healthcare:

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investments Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits
• 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match
• 401(k)

Wellbeing Program:

• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.
• Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program
• Free bus pass

Paid-leave:

• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee
• Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee
• 5 days paid bereavement leave

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible
• Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

Optional Benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance
• Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance
• AFLAC

01

The work of a NIBRS Data Specialist requires the memorization of a large body of rules and the interpretations of these rules. As you start in this position, you will be expected to slowly accumulate this specialized knowledge throughout your training period. (A) Are you confident you can absorb this knowledge through teaching and practice? (B) Tell us about a time when you had to follow a complex set of instructions.

02

How do you ensure accuracy when working on tasks that require precision?

03

A NIBRS Data Specialist may read over fifty police reports in a single workday. (A) Are you comfortable working in a position that requires an extensive reading of police reports? (B) Please share a time in your past where you were required to read a large amount of material. This may be work or school related.

04

I have reviewed the posted pay rate for this position and it is acceptable to me. I understand there is no negotiating outside of the posted wage.

• Yes
• No

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Employer Ada County

Department Sheriff Address 7200 Barrister Dr.

Boise, Idaho, 83704

Website www.adacounty.id.gov/sheriff