POLICE RECORDS TECHNICIAN

Salary : $53,487.98 - $73,733.66 Annually

Location : Burbank, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 250652B1

Department : Police Department

Opening Date : 01 / 24 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 7 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Definition

OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT

Open to all qualified candidates.

Tentative examination dates for this recruitment :

Week of 03 / 03 / 25 - Written examination

Week of 03 / 17 / 25 - Oral interview

Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.

Under supervision, to perform a variety of clerical and radio communications work of average complexity on a rotating shift; to assist Police Officers in the booking, searching and transporting of prisoners; and to do related work as required.

Essential Functions

Operates a computer terminal to enter, modify, and retrieve data; checks and records information on files; verifies work for accuracy and completeness and corrects errors; sends and receives messages from local, state, and federal agencies; operates a two-way radio in order to send needed or requested information to appropriate police field units; sorts and files documents and records by appropriate category; reviews and distributes reports to appropriate destinations; types forms, letters, statistical reports and other material; assembles data and prepares a variety of reports using discretion to recognize and correct discrepancies; purges criminal reports in accordance with city and state guidelines; assists public in completing and processing various forms; responds to routine inquiries; assists Police Officers in the booking, searching and transporting of prisoners; receives, sorts, and distributes incoming and outgoing correspondence; operates a variety of office equipment including calculators, telephones, and word processors; performs a variety of other office clerical responsibilities; drives on City business.

Minimum Qualifications

Employment Standards : Knowledge of modern office methods, procedures and equipment; basic arithmetic.

Ability to organize and maintain recordkeeping systems; learn the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission and the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System covering the operation of radio receivers and transmitters; learn the proper use and care of radio communications equipment; speak clearly and concisely; analyze situations and adopt an effective, and reasonable course of action; follow oral and written direction; operate a variety of office equipment; and willingness to work rotating shifts and holidays; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public; work flexible hours including overtime.

Education / Training : One year of recent office clerical experience or six months of experience in the City's Work Trainee program and high school graduation or equivalent. Ability to type 35 net words per minute.

Supplemental Information

None.

This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)

The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits : https : / / www.burbankca.gov / web / management-services / employee-benefits

Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here : https : / / www.burbankca.gov / web / management-services / benefits-summary-sheets

Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.

How many years of recent office clerical experience do you have?

• No Experience
• 0-6 months
• 6-12 months
• 1 years

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

How many years of experience do you have in the City's Work Trainee program?

A certified typing certificate showing the ability to type 35 net words per minute must accompany application to be considered. By clicking "Yes" I am aware that I must have a typing certificate submitted prior to the closing date. If typing certificate is not submitted prior to the closing date, I will be disqualified from the process. TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS. TYPING CERTIFICATES MUST BE CERTIFIED FROM A GOVERNMENT AGENCY, BUSINESS COLLEGE, TEMPORARY AGENCY, PUBLIC SCHOOL, OR OTHER VERIFIABLE AGENCY AND DATED WITHIN ONE YEAR FROM THE LAST DAY TO APPLY. NET WORDS PER MINUTE MUST BE STATED ON THE CERTIFICATE. ONLINE TYPING CERTIFICATES ARE NOT ACCEPTED.PLEASE NOTE : Any certificate you have submitted with a previous application is not kept on file. You must submit the new certificate by mail, in person, by fax, or by email to the CityJobs email address (CityJobs@BurbankCA.gov) in PDF format.

I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and / or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and / or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.

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Salary : $53,488 - $73,734