What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Records Clerk/Evidence Technician position at Platteville Police Department?
Records Clerk/Evidence Technician Job Posting
Job Description:
The Town of Platteville is accepting applications for a full-time Records Clerk/Evidence Technician. The anticipated hourly pay for this position is $21.00-$23.00 per hour dependent on qualifications/experience. Responsible for a wide variety of administrative and clerical duties to assist in the day-to-day operations of the Police Department as well as the operation of property and evidence. Also works to ensure compliance with the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act and Colorado Open Records Act. Previous experience managing criminal justice records is desired but not required. Position is subject to a screening process including interview, criminal background check, employment verification and reference check.
SUMMARY
This is a skilled administrative position that includes public contact, the collection and maintenance of official records within the Police Department. Responsible for a wide variety of administrative and clerical duties to assist in the day-to-day operations of the Police Department. Also responsible for booking and maintaining evidence within the department.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time.
Overall Duties
- Presents a pleasant and positive attitude in all aspects of Town contact; answers telephone, greets the public, and disseminates information to officers and others.
- Files and retrieves materials and data from department computerized and manual filing systems; maintain the department's filing system.
- Operates standard office machinery including computer, e-mail, digital signature software, calculator, copier, postage meter.
- Responsible for maintaining office supplies and forms.
- Keeps informed of pertinent new rules, regulations and legislation.
- Interacts with the general public.
- Performs other related work as required or assigned i.e. bodycams, report requests
- Assists in the preparation and processing of records, forms, and other legal papers for the Police Department in compliance with the Town of Platteville and Colorado Law.
- Responds to inquiries, questions, and complaints from the general public over the telephone and in person regarding Police records procedures, policies, personnel, or specific cases.
- Maintains and updates professional knowledge; reads new laws affecting the Police Records; attends training programs, seminars, workshops, and meetings.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
- Knowledge of applicable Colorado Revised Statutes which pertain to records retention and public information. Knowledge of the Home Rule municipal form of government.
- Knowledge of municipal government with an ability to acquire a knowledge of agency or department procedures, policies and pertinent functions, ordinances and regulations.
- Extensive knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Ability to make independent decisions and assist in routine managerial decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, and follow oral and written instructions.
- Utilizes CCIC/NCIC databases to perform driver’s license and criminal history checks.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to organize and maintain efficient files.
Benefits include
401K
Longevity pay
Health/Dental Insurance
Padi leave time
4 day workweek (4-10s) if desired, otherwise 5-8s
Supplemental insurance plans
If interested, please fill out a Town application and submit to the Chief of Police in person or via e-mail https://platteville.colorado.gov/sites/platteville/files/documents/Employment-Application.pdf
cdwyer@plattevillegov.org.
Thanks for applying!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Security clearance:
- Confidential (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Platteville, CO 80651 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Platteville, CO 80651: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23