Police-Investigation Specialist

The City of Watertown; Watertown (WI); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Watertown Police Department is seeking an Investigations Specialist to join a detail-oriented, service-minded team.

The role involves confidentially receiving, filing, and releasing criminal justice records in accordance with laws and department policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or HSED equivalent required.
• Desirable: court, paralegal, or law enforcement experience.
• Confidentiality and handling sensitive information essential.
• Proficiency in computer systems and modern office practices.

Responsabilités

• Support the Investigations Division with confidential record handling and open records compliance.
• Maintain and organize records related to criminal justice activities.
• Coordinate the property/evidence room duties and online city property auctions.
• Provide front counter assistance to officers, the public, and city staff.

Formation

High school diploma or HSED equivalent

Outils

Microsoft Word

Description du poste

INVESTIGATIONS SPECIALIST-POLICE DEPARTMENT

Are you a detail orientated individual committed to serving the community? The City of Watertown is looking for a service-minded Investigations Specialist with a team player attitude to support the Police Department. If you enjoy customer service and are a record keeping all-star, check this opening out!

The Investigations Specialist supports the Investigations Division of the Police Department while performing confidential work which involves receiving, filing, maintaining, and releasing records related to criminal justice activities within the police department in accordance with open record laws and department policy. Work involves substantial phone usage, computer work, and front counter assistance to officers, the public, and other city staff.

This position is a full-time position responsible for the performance of moderately complex and varied clerical duties in the Investigations Division along with being responsible for the performance of complex and varied duties within the department's property/evidence room. This position coordinates the online sale of city property for all city departments and disposes of abandoned property through online auction. This work is confidential and sensitive in nature. See the full job description below.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or HSED equivalent.
• Previous court, paralegal, or law enforcement experience is desirable.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word and knowledge of modern office practices.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in computer system skills testing and successfully complete required psychological, drug, and background screenings.

Wage: $25.42 per hour

Application Deadline: November 13, 2026, or until position is filled

We appreciate all interest in this position. Only applicants who meet the required qualifications will move forward in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment based on Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing