Technician I - Police Records

City of Canon City•Canon City, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative support functions to produce and maintain all crime reports, traffic accident reports, arrest reports, citations, and informational reports for the City of Canon City Police Department. The essential duties and responsibilities listed below are central to the job or are the reason the position exists, and the employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. This list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. With general supervision the incumbent: Receives all activity reports and citations generated by police officers, detectives, and administrative personnel in the Police Department. With guidance, reviews report for completeness and general accuracy. Enters report data into required law enforcement databases such as crime reports, traffic accident reports, arrest reports, citations, and informational reports following established procedures. With guidance, distributes copies of applicable reports to appropriate agencies, such as Attorney General’s Office, District Attorney’s Office, Parole and Probation, various courts, motor vehicle department, City Clerk’s Office, Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, insurance companies, and other agencies as requested. Performs basic database record research and provides information to employees, attorneys, and others as allowed by law. Performs cashier and receptionist duties including collecting miscellaneous fees and payments, balancing cash drawer, answering telephones. Under direct supervision, maintains electronic files of all citations and all police reports. With guidance, completes court ordered and other fingerprinting Performs basic Vehicle Identification Number inspections With guidance, completes sex offender registrations Provides excellent customer service to external and internal customers including but not limited to effectively listening and communicating, providing accurate information, offering solutions, assisting in resolution, and ensuring timely follow up as needed. Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties, although not essential to the position, are important components to the smooth and efficient operation of the Division, Department, and City. Notarizes signatures. Attends or completes trainings, seminars, and meetings as required. Performs related duties as established by law or ordinance or as reasonably directed by the City. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Any felony convictions.
Any misdemeanor crimes involving moral turpitude.
A fugitive from any jurisdiction.
Arrest history, despite conviction status, for any crime of moral turpitude.
Minimum one year of general clerical experience, including typing and file maintenance.
One (1) year of experience in data entry.
One (1) year experience in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
One (1) year experience working with the public.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record required.
Colorado Notary Public Commission, or the ability to acquire one within 6 months of hire.
Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the listed knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years working with police records.
Some knowledge of law enforcement operations and practices.
Associates Degree in Office Administration, Office Technology, or closely associated area of study.
Colorado Records Network Master Records Technician.

Responsibilities

Receives all activity reports and citations generated by police officers, detectives, and administrative personnel in the Police Department.
Reviews reports for completeness and general accuracy.
Enters report data into required law enforcement databases such as crime reports, traffic accident reports, arrest reports, citations, and informational reports following established procedures.
Distributes copies of applicable reports to appropriate agencies, such as Attorney General’s Office, District Attorney’s Office, Parole and Probation, various courts, motor vehicle department, City Clerk’s Office, Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, insurance companies, and other agencies as requested.
Performs basic database record research and provides information to employees, attorneys, and others as allowed by law.
Performs cashier and receptionist duties including collecting miscellaneous fees and payments, balancing cash drawer, answering telephones.
Maintains electronic files of all citations and all police reports.
Completes court ordered and other fingerprinting.
Performs basic Vehicle Identification Number inspections.
Completes sex offender registrations.
Provides excellent customer service to external and internal customers including but not limited to effectively listening and communicating, providing accurate information, offering solutions, assisting in resolution, and ensuring timely follow up as needed.
Notarizes signatures.
Attends or completes trainings, seminars, and meetings as required.
Performs related duties as established by law or ordinance or as reasonably directed by the City.