Law Enforcement Technician - Civil Service

Snohomish County, WA

Everett (WA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Job summary

Snohomish County is seeking an individual to assist the public and law enforcement officers by locating information, answering procedural civil and records questions, and entering data in law enforcement systems.

The role processes permits and licenses, maintains filing systems, prepares paperwork for service of civil papers, and supports investigations. A minimum year of office experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to pass background checks are required.

Qualifications

One year of office experience or equivalent training/experience.
High School diploma or GED.
Must pass job-related tests and meet citizenship/residency requirements.

Responsibilities

Assist public and officers by providing information and answering questions.
Enter, maintain and retrieve data in law enforcement systems.
Process permits, licenses, and analyze information for forms.
Maintain filing system and purge files per policy.
Assist with extraditions and prepare paperwork for service of civil papers.
Collect fees for licenses and permits and balance fees.

Skills

Law enforcement data systems

Computer applications

Office equipment

English grammar

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

BASIC FUNCTION

Responsible for assisting the public and law enforcement officers in locating information and answering procedural civil and record unit questions. Enters and retrieves information in various law enforcement computer systems. Processes civil and criminal documents, licenses and forms.

Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Assists law enforcement personnel and the public, in person and on the telephone, by providing information; answers questions and explain services; confirms criminal justice data in accordance with laws and policies.
Enters, maintains and retrieves data in various law enforcement computer systems; creates and updates format, documents and manuals as necessary.
Receives, researches, processes and issues permits, licenses, analyzes information for legal forms and reports; reviews documents for accuracy and completeness prior to forwarding to appropriate office; fingerprints citizens and sex offenders as requested.
Establishes and maintains office filing system; enters data on office records manually and/or on computer terminal; purges files in accordance with statutes and office policy.
Assists with setting up extraditions and cooperative transports; prepares paperwork for service of civil papers; researches and verify information for criminal investigations.
Collects fees for licenses and permits; makes change accurately; balances fees.

Statement Of Other Job Duties

May set up photomontages for officers as requested.
May assist in training other employees.
May perform the duties of a Lead Law Enforcement Technician, as peak load or backup support, for limited duration.
May order supplies as needed; may help coordinate repairs of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of work experience in an office setting; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Prior law enforcement related experience is preferred. High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate. Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient as per RCW 41.14.100. Minimum 18 years of age, no maximum age. Must pass job related tests.

Special Requirements

Must pass a Civil Service examination, and pre-employment examinations including, but not limited to, a complete background investigation, fingerprinting, criminal record check, and a polygraph examination. A psychological evaluation may also be required.

Proper interpretation of data and information is necessary for the safety of law enforcement officers and preventing the loss of property or physical liberty of citizens. Accepting responsibility for maintaining the integrity of data in law enforcement computer systems is a fundamental requirement, critical to the safety of law enforcement personnel and citizens.

Knowledge And Abilities

basic knowledge of law enforcement
computer applications and software
office equipment, procedures and practices
English grammar, word usage, spelling and punctuation
basic math

Ability To

communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people regardless of age, sex, social, economic, cultural or ethnic backgrounds, including hostile, angry and distraught individuals
accurate keyboard, minimum 35 net words per minuteli>
understand and follow written and verbal instructions
maintain confidential working information and integrity of data in computer systems
establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, staff of other agencies and the public
read, properly interpret and categorize data rapidly and accurately
make technical decisions on critical issues in stressful situations
learn, retain, and explain complex procedures, policies and laws
be accountable for accuracy of work

Working Conditions

Shift, holiday and weekend work is required.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

EEO policy and ADA notice

County Benefits

Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/Benefits to learn more about the following benefits.

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement
Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Commuting Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

Deferred Compensation 457(b)
Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro-rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.

Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.

Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process. A resume may be submitted, but it will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" may not be considered. Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references?