Police Records Technician

Job Title

Join the City of Allena vibrant community of over 100,000 residents where strong economic growth, excellent schools, and an exceptional quality of life make it a great place to live, work, and play.

Our mission is simple: "To achieve excellence in managing community development and city services, continually enhancing the quality of life and public confidence."

At the City of Allen, our employees bring the PRIDE values to life:

• People First Prioritizing others
• Respect Treating everyone with courtesy and dignity
• Integrity Serving with honesty and trust
• Deliver Following through and exceeding expectations
• Excel Driving innovation and continuous improvement

We do Work that MATTERS ! Join a team that serves our community and makes a real impact every day. Learn more about the City of Allen at allentx.gov.

The purpose of this position is to protect and serve the property and citizens of the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the Police records system. Other duties may include preparing reports, providing customer service and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Maintains Police record system by entering data, including criminal records, arrest reports, incident reports, field interview cards and accident reports into the Police record system and by registering sex offenders, including DPS paperwork and notification of schools, newspapers and other relevant agencies as appropriate.
• Prepares reports by disseminating reports to proper divisions and departments, making copies for newspapers and front board and making copies of accident reports to be sent to Austin.
• Provides customer service by answering questions regarding criteria for open records requests, accident report requests and criminal history checks, searching for requested information and communicating with City attorneys for information.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• High School diploma or equivalent with no prior relevant work experience.

Certification and Other Requirements

• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License
• Clear criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen

Physical Demands and Work Environment Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Hours/Work Schedule

This is a full-time non-exempt position with benefits.

Supplemental Information

Ineligibility and Disqualifiers List: The following conditions may result in an applicant being permanently disqualified or deemed ineligible for hire for a specific period of time. These standards are established in accordance with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and include, but are not limited to, the circumstances listed below.

Ineligibility Criteria

• Non-U.S. Citizenship
• Class B Misdemeanor Convictions or Admissions
• Felony or Class A Misdemeanor Convictions or Admissions
• DWI/DUI Convictions
• Court-Ordered Community Supervision or Probation
• English Language Proficiency
• Inability to Perform Essential Job Functions
• Failure to Obtain a Texas Driver's License

Disqualifying Criteria

• Illegal Drug Use and Substance Abuse
• Driving Record
• Employment Dismissal or Misconduct

Tattoo Policy:

Tattoos may be visible on the arms, but each must be approved prior to wearing short sleeves while in uniform. Tattoos that are not approved must be covered with long sleeves; the use of bandages, covers, or wraps to conceal tattoos is not permitted. Tattoos are not allowed on the hands, neck, face, or head. To review the complete tattoo policy, please visit the department's official website.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.