Police Technician II

City-of-Independence; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Independence is seeking a Police Technician II to support the police records unit. This customer service position handles a range of office duties, writes miscellaneous police reports, processes bond papers, receives payments, and answers phone and in-person inquiries.

Requires a high school diploma or GED with clerical or customer service experience; candidates will take a computer and typing test (minimum 35 wpm) and must pass written exams on Missouri Sunshine Laws, NIMS training,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with one year clerical or customer service experience preferred in a law enforcement agency.
• Selected applicants will be asked to take a computer and typing test (minimum 35 wpm).
• Ability to pass a written examination of the Missouri Sunshine Laws, NIMS level training, and Mules within first 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Writes miscellaneous police reports, processes bond papers, and receives payments.
• Handles phone and in-person inquiries, and performs general office duties.
• Enters and edits data into a computer terminal; may be cross-trained in other areas of the police records unit; trained in Mules and NCIC terminal information.

Skills

Customer service

Typing 35 wpm

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mules

NCIC terminal information

Job description

Purposes

To establish an eligibility list for the position of Police Technician II.

Position Summary

This customer service position writes miscellaneous police reports, processes bond papers, receives payments, handles phone and in-person inquiries, and performs general office duties. Enters and edits data into a computer terminal and might be cross-trained in other areas of the police records unit. Trained in the areas of Mules and NCIC terminal information and performs related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED with one year clerical or customer service experience preferred in a law enforcement agency. Selected applicants will be asked to take a computer and typing test (minimum 35 wpm). Ability to pass a written examination of the Missouri Sunshine Laws, NIMS level training, and Mules within first 6 months of hire.

Physical Working Conditions

Hand dexterity for office machine operation. Frequent sitting for extended periods. Minimal stooping or bending to files and shelves.

Typical Working Conditions

Staff perform daily work at a secure desk in a public lobby and should expect interactions with various citizens.

Must be available for shift work and weekends with days off rotating every 28 days.

Hours to work: 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 4 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Additional Requirements

Requires a valid driver's license, drug testing and a comprehensive background check, including a polygraph and psychological.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. The City of Independence is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

The City of Independence provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [e-mail].

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right in coordination with the governing union (if applicable) to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.

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