Police Records Clerk
About The Position
The City of Pearland, TX - Police Department is seeking to hire a full-time Police Records Clerk to assist with the day-to-day operations of our Police department. Are you data-driven? Are you results-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position . The Police Records Clerk earns a competitive salary of $17.96 to $21.07 per hour based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance, plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match , life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health. ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods , and superb quality of life . Ranked among the top ten safest cities in Texas , Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer, including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation . Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth . Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- One (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be able to work evenings, nights and weekends.
- Must be able to work Monday to Friday (8 am to 5pm or7am to 5p m ) , overtime provided, and emergency work.
- Must be able to pass a criminal history check and polygraph testing.
- Valid, Texas Driver's License required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of law enforcement functions, preferred.
- Knowledge of Municipal Government, ordinances, Texas Penal Code, and other laws, rules and regulations associated with record keeping.
- Microsoft software skills are preferred.
- Outlook software skills are preferred.
- Scanning, Filing, and organization are preferred.
- Running multiple software applications are preferred .
- Deposit fees for Crywolf alarm permits.
- Customer service skills to assist citizens with the Crywolf permit accounts.
- NCIC/TCIC certified, or the ability to obtain in six (6) months.
- State of Texas Notary, preferred.
- CPR Certified, preferred.
- Bi-lingual in English/Spanish is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Enters, codes, and retrieves a variety of information from various computer systems, according to appropriate procedures.
- Searches and retrieves information from files, computer records, and other documents in response to specific requests.
- Releases information and documents in accordance with the Public Information Act and other applicable laws and procedures.
- Sorts, reviews , and screens police reports for completeness before forwarding to district attorney, defendants, victims, and other government agencies.
- Maintains logs and other records controls to assure tracking of case files.
- Processes offense and accident requests and deposit fees.
- Categorize statistics according to a variety of guidelines and criteria.
- Answers phone calls for records division and respond to a variety of requests for information concerning records and department functions and policies.
- Contributes to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- dental
- long-term disability protection
- life insurance
- retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match
- disability
- access to the city's recreation fitness center
- employee assistance program
- educational assistance
- 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays
- paid vacation
- sick leave
- active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
