Public Records & Law Enforcement Support Specialist

Nigel Wright Consultancy Ltd (UK); Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Support Specialist/Law Records Specialist to handle clerical duties, records maintenance and public inquiries for 24‑hour operations. The role includes processing warrants, disclosures, and gun‑related license checks, with oversight via a Civil Service process.

Responsibilities include data entry for reports and FBI submissions, court paperwork, and assisting with public records requests while maintaining strong attention to detail and customer

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Pass Level 4 ACT/Work Keys – NCRC tests through Lower Columbia College or provide a passing certificate.
• Background and criminal history investigation required.
• Extensive filing experience; accurate record keeping.
• Type at least 50 WPM.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to law enforcement, constituents and the public in person, by phone, radio, and email.
• Enter, modify, locate and clear warrants and restraining orders in WACIC/NCIC.
• Enter, modify, locate and clear stolen property, officer safety information, vehicles, missing people and other items in WACIC/NCIC.
• Run background checks for gun-related licenses and transfers.
• Perform data entry for police reports and FBI IBR monthly reporting.
• Maintain property/evidence records and assist with court disclosures.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Record keeping

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Pass Level 4 ACT/Work Keys (NCRC)

Tools

WACIC/NCIC

Office equipment

Job description

The Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Support Specialist/Law Records Specialist to handle clerical duties, records maintenance and public inquiries for 24‑hour operations. The role includes processing warrants, disclosures, and gun‑related license checks, with oversight via a Civil Service process.

Responsibilities include data entry for reports and FBI submissions, court paperwork, and assisting with public records requests while maintaining strong attention to detail and customer