Police Records Specialist

City of East Point; East Point (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

City of East Point is seeking a Records Clerk in the Police Services Department to log and maintain police records for investigative and statistical reports. High school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of related experience are required.

Responsibilities include data entry, filing, responding to public requests, performing GCIC background checks, operating GCIC equipment, and assisting officers with data retrieval.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; 1–3 years of related experience; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of basic computer operation; knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment; knowledge of record-keeping techniques; knowledge of English usage; laws and regulations relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Initiates, maintains and summarizes police records and statistical reports.
• Performs GCIC background checks as directed; may serve as GCIC contract administrator.
• Assists the public in person or by phone; processes requests and inquiries about records.
• Enters data into computer; files case reports and retrieves data as requested.
• Operates GCIC equipment and enters data into state and national systems.
• Issues permits, licenses and related forms according to procedures.
• Supports officers and administration with data retrieval and records requests.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Customer service

Data entry

Discretion and confidentiality

Computer literacy

GCIC data handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

GCIC system

Data entry software

Job description

City of East Point is seeking a Records Clerk in the Police Services Department to log and maintain police records for investigative and statistical reports. High school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of related experience are required.

Responsibilities include data entry, filing, responding to public requests, performing GCIC background checks, operating GCIC equipment, and assisting officers with data retrieval.