NEOGOV · 10 hours ago
POLICE RECORDS SPECIALIST - (INTERNAL POLICE CANDIDATES ONLY)
FL, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$46K/yr - $65K/yrThe City of Sunrise is an economic powerhouse in western Broward County, and they are seeking a Police Records Specialist to maintain and process criminal information files. The role involves managing a records management system, providing statistical reports, and assisting law enforcement agencies with record checks.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Inputs, reviews, and validates information and reports within a computerized records management system (RMS); interprets and translates computer coded data
Sorts and files criminal records material alphabetically, numerically, and by other predetermined categories; retrieves material from files upon request; and maintains records of materials removed
Deals with the general public; furnishes copies of offense reports or accident reports; assists other law enforcement and military agencies with record checks; supplies a computer printout if the subject has a criminal record; and assists other Police Department Divisions by furnishing copies of offense reports for court trials
Operates computer systems with various software programs for document storage, retrievals, or spreadsheets
Receives and coordinates law enforcement information from other police agencies; relays and/or forwards information to other agencies
Provides background checks within the City
Conducts or assists with validations and audits on records from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
Maintains active, archived, computerized, or hard copy records files according to federal, state, and local regulations and standard operating procedures of the department
Completes or assists in the completion of monthly, semi-annual, and annual reports on the Uniform Crime Reports (UCR) for use by department and for submission to the FDLE
Maintains appropriate work logs; updates procedural manuals pertaining to the computerized information systems
Conducts financial transactions with the public relating to public records requests in accordance with City ordinances and state public records law; participates in related audits; and verifies cash drawer
Extracts false alarm reports from CAD system to forward to the finance area
Serves as a Police Teletype Operator
Maintains road patrol personnel electronic filings such as training, evaluations, etc
Performs additional administrative duties such as setting up calendar and staff meetings; handling calls, photocopying, scanning, distributing mail, etc
Prepares a variety of statistical reports for supervisor
Provides training to coworkers
Completes or assists in the completion of documents for destruction of records per Florida state statutes; may be assigned as an assistant public records custodian
Responds to and testifies in court or provides depositions when required concerning the custody of records or any other related records unit tasks
Works various hours when required
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited high school/vocational school or G.E.D. equivalency, preferably supplemented by college level course work in Public/Business Administration or Criminal Justice
Basic experience using of computers and standard software applications
Must be able to successfully pass a standard keyboarding assessment
Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Completion of Trainee status to Probation
Must achieve Teletype Designation by demonstrating proficiency on both oral and written examination within nine (9) months
Knowledge of modern computerized equipment and software programs
Knowledge of a records management system (RMS) and/or AS400 computer system
Knowledge of data processing principles and practices
Knowledge of law enforcement, legal terminology, and procedures
Knowledge of criminal charges as pertaining to statutory felonies and misdemeanors
Knowledge of court systems as to jurisdiction on specific charges
Knowledge of routing office practices and procedures
Skill in the operation of computer equipment
Skill in using Office and department software
Ability to make decisions in accordance with procedures, laws, and police regulations and apply to specific problems
Ability to relate computer information to police record keeping procedures
Ability to keep and maintain operations records
Ability to effectively communicate by telephone, in person, or in writing with the public, department personnel, and other members of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees
Ability to type thirty (30) words per minute accurately
Ability to manage projects effectively and meet deadlines
Ability to manage multiple, high-priority assignments
Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other City departments, fellow employees, supervisors, outside agencies, and the general public
Ability to deal with competing priorities and varied responsibilities
Ability to work efficiently and effectively to develop win-win solutions
Ability to work various hours when required
Benefits
Paid Time Off
HOLIDAYS
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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