Law Enforcement Records Specialist II

Chatham County, GA; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham County Police Department is seeking a Law Enforcement Records Specialist II to maintain accurate, confidential, and timely records. The role requires strong attention to detail, efficiency with computer systems, and clear communication in a fast-paced environment.

The position involves creating and maintaining records, data entry and validation, handling sensitive information, and coordinating with CJIS-related agencies.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• At least three years of clerical or office experience, or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to acquire NCIC/GCIC Certification.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 25 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains records for the Chatham County Police Department.
• Compiles information using various computer systems and software applications.
• Reviews, proofreads, and validates records.
• Enters, clears, and cancels wanted/missing person and lost and stolen property information.
• Assists other agencies who maintain CJIS Service agreements with Chatham County Police Department.
• Interacts with customers, Investigators, and other Department personnel.
• Prepares and maintains files, filing systems, logs and records.
• Handles confidential information.
• Answers telephones, accepts and relays messages, forwards calls, answers questions, provides information, and responds to customer concerns, complaints, and requests.
• Obtains, reviews, and disseminates data.
• Deals with a wide range of persons, including upset individuals.
• Performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under time pressure.
• Communicates effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
• Operates a personal computer using standard or customized software applications relevant to tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Typing 25 wpm

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

Join the Chatham County Police Department as a Law Enforcement Records Specialist II and play a vital role in maintaining accurate, confidential, and timely law enforcement records. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, comfortable working with computer systems, and able to communicate effectively in fast-paced, time-sensitive situations, we encourage you to apply.

• Creates and maintains records for the Chatham County Police Department.
• Compiles information using various computer systems and software applications.
• Reviews, proofreads, and validates records.
• Enters, clears, and cancels wanted/missing person and lost and stolen property information.
• Assists other agencies who maintain CJIS Service agreements with Chatham County Police Department.
• Interacts with customers, Investigators, and other Department personnel.
• Prepares and maintains files, filing systems, logs and records.
• Handles confidential information.
• Types letters, memoranda, forms, orders, correspondence, and other documents.
• Answers telephones, accepts and relays messages, forwards calls, answers questions, provides information, and responds to customer concerns, complaints, and requests.
• Obtains, reviews, and disseminates data.
• Deals with a wide range of persons, including situations in which individuals may be upset over some issue involving Chatham County Police Department activities or policies.
• Performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
• Communicates effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.
• Operates a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED, and
• At least three (3) years of clerical or office experience, or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to acquire NCIC/GCIC Certification.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 25 words per minute. Clerical testing will be required during the interview process for selected candidates.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate Degree in criminal justice or a related field.