Police Records Technician

City of Hutchinson • Hutchinson, KS

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About The Position

The Records Technician performs complex work auditing, releasing, and retaining police records for the Hutchinson Police Department and the Reno County Sheriff's Office. The role requires interpretive judgment when handling personnel and operational records, as well as discretion and independent action. The employee uses confidential and secure websites and databases to manage law enforcement records, fulfills records requests in accordance with the Kansas Open Records Act, and provides customer service to the public.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years of similar or related experience.
• Valid Kansas Driver's License.
• Ability to pass a police background check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain limited access NCIC Certification within six months of employment.
• Excellent communication skills and computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree or college credits in Record Management or a related field.
• Experience with MS Windows, MS Office, or other MS Windows-based applications.
• Knowledge of Uniform Crime Reporting and Incident Based Reporting.

Responsibilities

• Input, maintain, and update computer-based criminal and noncriminal records and other law enforcement data for the Hutchinson Police Department and the Reno County Sheriff's Office.
• Maintain records and update cases to ensure they meet government guidelines.
• Assist with record retention and submit records to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and Kansas Department of Transportation.
• Fulfill records requests from members of the public, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies in accordance with the Kansas Open Records Act.
• Conduct criminal history background checks using paper files and multiple software programs.
• Provide frontline customer service to the public.
• Answer and direct incoming calls, and explain services, policies, and procedures related to the dissemination of police records.
• Determine whether a police call for service is required and direct members of the public to appropriate departments in the Law Enforcement Center.

What This Job Offers

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