Police Records Clerk I – Front Desk & Data Entry

City of Columbia, MO; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Columbia, MO is seeking a Records Clerk for the Police Department to perform a wide range of administrative duties and support non-sworn functions. You will greet the public, assist via phone, and process information with accuracy.

The role requires 1–3 years of administrative experience, a valid driver’s license, and MULES certification within 6 months. This is a full-time, on-site position with a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in administrative support or customer service.
• Valid driver’s license.
• MULES certification within 6 months of hire.
• General office software such as Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Operates the department’s front desk, serving as the first point of contact for visitors.
• Receives non-emergency service requests, enters data into the CAD system, and transmits responses.
• Performs accurate data entry, maintains records, and generates documents and reports.
• Conducts checks on arrestees and suspects for active warrants, driving records, and criminal histories.
• Assists officers with RMS checks.
• Processes, retrieves, and distributes confidential law enforcement information including police reports, citations, and warrants.
• Receives, screens, and processes various types of documentation, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Provides varied administrative and clerical support to department.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Typing

Verbal communication

Active listening

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Columbia, MO is seeking a Records Clerk for the Police Department to perform a wide range of administrative duties and support non-sworn functions. You will greet the public, assist via phone, and process information with accuracy.

The role requires 1–3 years of administrative experience, a valid driver’s license, and MULES certification within 6 months. This is a full-time, on-site position with a 40-hour work week.