Police Records Clerk

City of East Point • Ga, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for logging and maintaining police records for development of investigative and statistical reports. Work includes a wide variety of typing, clerical and general office duties in the Police Services Department.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One (1) to three (3) years of related experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of basic computer operation
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment
• Knowledge of record-keeping techniques
• Knowledge of statistical record-keeping techniques
• Knowledge of correct English language usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures related to assigned activities
• Skill in oral and written communication skills
• Skill in using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to ensure proper police practices and procedures are followed
• Ability to work confidentially and with discretion
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Ability to maintain routine records
• Ability to operate a computer terminal to enter and retrieve data
• Ability to learn the computerized records system
• Ability to read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules and regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Responsibilities

• Initiates, maintains, modifies and summarizes a variety of law enforcement records and statistical reports
• Performs criminal background checks using GCIC as directed
• May serve as GCIC contract administrator; conducts background checks through the system
• Assists the public in person or on the telephone; receives and processes requests and complaints; answers questions for the public regarding records and information available to the public
• Maintains a variety of files and records; enters data into computer and files case reports
• Answers telephones and greets visitors; provides information or refers to proper department or individual
• Assists officers and administration with requests for data retrieval as required
• Files records, citations and other data related to an individual or case and retrieves as requested
• Operates GCIC computer equipment for entering, receiving and transmitting messages; enters data into State and national systems
• Issues permits, licenses and related forms in accordance with established procedures
• Performs related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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