Police Department Administrative Clerk & Records

City of Benton; Benton, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Benton Police Department is seeking an Office Assistant to support the Office Manager, answer calls, maintain records, and process payments for fines and reports.

Under supervision, responsibilities include greeting the public, inputting reports and warrants, and ensuring accurate data entry in the department's computer system. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years of business office training or related field.
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• Knowledge of office practices, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle money for fines, warrants and reports.

Responsibilities

• Answers incoming telephone calls and transfers to the proper party.
• Maintains files and records of incidents; inputs reports, tickets and warrants; prepares UCR reports.
• Greets and assists the public with inquiries about accidents, court dates, tickets and warrants; mails or faxes reports.
• Receives money in person or by mail for fines, warrants and reports and records receipts.
• Enters daily reports and citations; verifies information and resolves incomplete records.
• Receives and processes warrants and subpoenas; notifies relevant parties as needed.

Skills

Office administration

Grammar & punctuation

Arithmetic

Computers

Written communication

Telephone skills

Filing systems

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The City of Benton Police Department is seeking an Office Assistant to support the Office Manager, answer calls, maintain records, and process payments for fines and reports.

Under supervision, responsibilities include greeting the public, inputting reports and warrants, and ensuring accurate data entry in the department's computer system. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a high school diploma required.