Police Records Clerks perform administrative and clerical duties in the central records bureau of the police department under the direct supervision of a Sergeant or a designee of the Chief of Police. These duties entail direct interaction with members of the public, computer data entry, filing, and some courier duty to other government buildings.

• Computer data entry, file, copy, and other clerical duties as directed by the Chief of Police or his/her designee.
• Operate a cash register, taking fine money, and providing correct change.
• Notify other police personnel of their court commitments.
• Code, log, complete crime report forms and state fingerprint cards.
• Complete parking complaints and notices-to-appear.
• Fulfill legal demands for copies of reports and other official documentation.
• Compile statistical reports on the activities of the police department.
• Disseminate police reports and other official documentation.
• Provide criminal history and driver’s abstract data to authorized persons and agencies.
• Carry outgoing and incoming correspondence to and from support agencies and other government offices.
• Effectively work with the States Attorney’s office for Court notifications, digital evidence (BWC, Squad and Taped statements) and other documents needed for prosecution.
• Log court dispositions.
• Maintain the department’s paper filing system.
• Perform all duties in a courteous and polite manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Competent keyboarding skills necessary to efficiently perform the duties of the position.
• Good computer skills.
• By the end of a 90-days, must possess strong knowledge of safety rules, laws and ordinances.
• Must meet the State of Illinois requirements for LEADS less-than-full access certification and hold such certification throughout the course of their employment.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of departmental matters.
• Experience with records filing preferred.

Starting rate for this position is $19.12/hour with an excellent benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, & life insurance, paid time off, plus an IMRF pension.