Police Clerk

City of Springfield, Ohio • Springfield, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is specialized clerical work in the maintenance of police records and files and includes significant computer data entry responsibilities. Work involves responsibility for the maintenance, distribution, and control of non-administrative law enforcement records and files. Work includes responsibility for the provision of general clerical support for division operations. Detailed instructions are received at the beginning of work and on subsequent new assignments; however, as experience is gained employees work with considerable independence within the framework of established policies and procedures. Work is performed under general supervision of a superior and is reviewed through conferences and reports for results obtained.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school and experience in general clerical work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities listed.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license and meet and maintain insurability under the City’s insurance plan.
• Must possess LEADS/NCIC certification within 6 months of appointment (employer assisted).
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to learn assigned clerical tasks and to adhere to prescribed departmental procedures.
• Ability to distinguish confidential material and apply division standards for security and privacy.
• Ability to make routine arithmetical computations and tabulations accurately and with reasonable speed.
• Ability to type 45 words per minute.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Skill in the operation of computerized data entry equipment and other standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sorts, assembles, files, and indexes arrest records and offense, investigation, and accident reports; controls and maintains records on the use and movement of file materials.
• Checks records for previous arrests; types lists for court use.
• Codes and enters charges into computer for arrests.
• Expunges hard copy and computer records based on court order.
• Takes fingerprints for citizens requiring such service.
• Waits on customers that are requesting copies of reports or calls for service; logs in tickets and arrests.
• Provides information and documentation to authorized persons and agencies related to background investigations and insurance claims.
• Receives, opens, sorts, and distributes mail; performs front counter duties; provides general information to the public.
• Performs related work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED