City of Westerville ยท 2 months ago
Records Technician
Westerville, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe City of Westerville is seeking a Records Technician for the Division of Police to manage and maintain police records and information. The role involves processing various police documents, ensuring compliance with confidentiality requirements, and interacting with the public and Division personnel.
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Responsibilities
Processes daily reports including incident reports, accident reports, citations, vehicle impounds, arrests and charges
Enters and maintains police arrest, criminal, field inquiries, and other reports and records into the computer; locates information, types a variety of city, state, and federal reports and correspondence; maintains various police information program data; notarizes juvenile and adult charges; processes, enters, and files court dispositions
Examines records for LEADS verifications; ensures records files are properly maintained; approves the release of criminal records checks and copies of police reports when appropriate; maintains statistical tracking to assist in compiling state and federal crime information
Receives and routes non-emergency telephone calls; responds to questions and problems from the public; directs calls and citizens to other departments; greets and screens visitors to the Division; assists the public in the completion of various forms and the handling of various problems; provides assistance with traffic accident records, applications, lost animals, and other concerns; releases information on crimes, accidents, or other incidents to the media, ensuring compliance with established policy and the Ohio Public Records Laws
Responds to requests from Division personnel for reports, charges, and various forms; retrieves information from the computer and files to assist with investigations; notarizes charges, and assists with various projects as needed
Accepts payouts, bond money for court; and utility bill payments after normal business hours, and accounts for funds during the shift
Enters and maintains property and evidence submissions; completes laboratory paperwork for evidence in need of testing and submits to appropriate laboratory ensures proper procedures are followed; ensures property and evidence is stored and is disposed of properly in accordance with state, federal and local laws
Assists officers in monitoring, searching, and controlling prisoners
Processes incoming and outgoing mail; processes various monthly reports and records
Performs Other Related Duties As Required
Qualification
Required
Possession of a high school diploma and one year of general office experience with public contact; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills
Knowledge of public relations and ability to handle sensitive public contacts and to deal tactfully, courteously, and authoritatively with the public in person and over the telephone
Some knowledge of state and local laws and codes
Knowledge of Ohio Incident-Based Crime Reporting data collection and submission specifications
Knowledge of universal precautions to be used when handling biohazardous materials (evidence) and searching prisoners
Knowledge of conducting searches (of arrestees) and basic self defense principles
Knowledge of the Ohio Public Records Laws
Ability to enter and retrieve information from a computer and operate equipment and systems related to police records
Knowledge of word processing
Ability to verify records
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to input and maintain accurate records and prepare reports
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with sworn and command staff, other employees and the general public
Ability to operate various office equipment and machinery
Ability to work unusual hours and flex shift assignments
Notary public (Current or to be able to obtain certification once hired)
Benefits
Employees pay 15% of the monthly medical insurance premium through United Healthcare which includes prescription coverage.
Annually, the City will deposit 85% of your health insurance deductible amount into an HSA account in your name.
The City pays 100% of the premium for dental and vision.
The City pays 100% of the premium on a $100,000 life insurance policy for employee and $10,000 for spouse and $5,000 for child.
The City contributes 14% monthly toward retirement benefits offered through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System.
New employees accrue two weeks of paid vacation every year.
Employees receive 6 prorated days of personal leave annually.
Company
City of Westerville
City of Westerville offers planning, utility billing, water management, recreation, human resources, finance, and administration services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael Farrar, MBA
Chief Information Officer
Todd Jackson
Chief Information Officer
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