Police Records Clerk maintains the records filing system and/or database used to manage, access, and preserve electronic and paper records of criminal justice activities. Assists in providing accurate and clear information to public and other departments. Being a Police Records Clerk may perform other clerical duties including taking photographs, fingerprints, and answering telephone inquiries. Typically requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Additionally, Police Records Clerk typically reports to police sergeant or police lieutenant. The Police Records Clerk possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
An employee in this job class is responsible for performing clerical work of moderate difficulty in the maintenance of police reports. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a unit supervisor. Work involves the use of a desktop computer, video display terminal or comparable office equipment in maintaining police files and retrieving and dispensing police information. Work is reviewed while in process, and upon completion, by a supervisor for accuracy and conformance with instructions and established procedures.
Duty Hours: 7:20 AM to 5:20 PM, Monday through Friday, possibly rotating holidays, with flexibility to meet Department needs. (Shifts are 10 hours per day, 4 work days per week.)
Position will remain open until filled.
Per the Department's Collective Bargaining Agreement, newly hired employees who do not possess corresponding experience will start at the base starting pay listed in this posting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Knowledge of Department policies, state law and federal law relating to the release and updating of criminal arrest records, police reports and concealed carry permits.
• Knowledge of various policies and procedures involving the operation and maintenance of a police record system.
• Knowledge of warrant procedures and statutes governing release of confidential information.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of modern office methods and procedures.
• Skill in performing a variety of tasks at the same time and paying attention to detail.
• Skill in operating a video display terminal, microfilm equipment and similar office equipment.
• Skill in counting and balancing currency.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to dispense information quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Ability to type 35 words per minute with no more than five errors.
Training and Experience:
Graduation from high school supplemented by course work in typing and two (2) years of general clerical experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
CITIZENSHIP: Citizen of the United States or valid work permit, and apply for citizenship when eligible.COMPETITIVE SELECTION PROCESS
Under the regulations of the Police Department, all appointments to the St. Louis County Police Department are made on the basis of a continuously open, competitive hiring process conducted under the supervision of the Personnel Services Unit. Each applicant must successfully complete each stage of the selection process before becoming eligible to proceed to the next step.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Board of Police Commissioners resolved that subject to all applicable State and Federal statutory or judicial exemptions, all qualified applicants for employment and/or advancement, whether commissioned or civilian, shall be given equal opportunity for consideration, selection, appointment and retention, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or political affiliation.
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