Records Manager develops and manages the company records department and information management programs. Responsible for overseeing the storage, backup, maintenance, reproduction, protection, and disposition of all records. Being a Records Manager evaluates and recommends media formats and storage requirements to be used for records/information. Ensures that processes and policies that comply with all regulatory requirements for record retention are followed. Additionally, Records Manager designs and implements systems and processes to protect and secure critical records and information. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Records Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Records Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
This position is located in the 9-1-1 Department Records Division. Under general direction of the 911 Director, performs a variety of administrative and technical tasks toward the organization, supervision and management of manual and automated records of the Bozeman City Police, Gallatin County Sheriff’s office and the Detention Center in compliance with state and federal laws concerning the maintenance of records and dissemination of sensitive information. The position provides assistance and information to the public, law enforcement officers and government agencies; processes and maintains city and county arrest warrants in an accurate and timely manner and maintains mandated State and Federal CJIN/NCIC certification, ensuring compliance with their policies and procedures. This position reports to the 911 Director and provides supervision over the 911 Record Clerks.
Each duty listed below makes up at least 20% of the job, and all other functions are included in Other Duties as Assigned. All duties below are essential functions unless otherwise indicated.The position requires the ability to learn and/or have knowledge of records management, Montana Codes Annotated, research methods and procedures, and the Criminal Justice Information System. This position must have the ability to learn and/or have knowledge of the laws and regulations dictating our policy and procedure; functions of city and county government offices; CJIN/NCIC certification; computer skills and the ability to learn and operate many software applications; requires skill in operating common office equipment (e.g., copiers, printers, multi-line telephone, etc.); ability to implement and maintain administrative office systems, processes and procedures; effectively supervise, train and evaluate the work of others; make decisions independently; be detailed oriented; handle sensitive and confidential information; maintain good working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; strong communication skills for assisting the public and other agencies and departments and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of a technical program or apprenticeship and five (5) years of work related experience, including but not limited to supervisory experience.
As a condition of hire, the final candidate will be required to successfully pass a criminal history check and background investigation.
For application consideration please be prepared to attach the following required documents:
Gallatin County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment on the basis of merit and qualifications without regard to race, creed, religion, color, or national origin or because of age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex when the reasonable demands of the position do not require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex distinction.