Police Records Clerk

Salary: $17.47 Hourly
Location : Mesquite, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Police Technical Services
Division: Police Technical Services
Opening Date: 05/28/2025
Closing Date: 6/28/2025 4:00 PM Central

GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $17.47/hr. minimum
To perform a variety of tasks in support of the police records function; to work directly with the public and other police personnel by taking complaints and inquiries over the phone and in person; and to record, file, retrieve and assimilate a variety of data related to the effective functioning of the Police Department.
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SUPERVISION

• General supervision is provided by Police Records Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Provide support and assistance to police personnel, the public and other organizations and agencies regarding police records; provide information regarding police activities, operations and records to the public, department personnel and other agencies.
• Perform a variety of tasks associated with maintaining accurate police records in various databases; prepare various printouts for police staff as necessary; input data regarding cases, incidents and other related matters into the computer; verify information on reports.
• Collate and file a variety of reports, records, information and paperwork; participate in maintaining an up-to-date police records filing system,; prepare photocopies; distribute material as appropriate; purge files.
• Inspect police reports for accurate and complete information; enter information into computer; verify and complete information as necessary.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May work with accident reports; prepare reports summarizing information received over a standard period of time.
• May sort and distribute mail; respond to inquiries for information or requests for reports.
• May answer the phone and direct calls; work with customers at service counter; respond to inquiries for information; distribute reports.
• May receive arrest reports from jail or desk officers; distribute information to proper individuals and agencies; maintain arrest files.
• May serve as a witness to statements received from prisoners or suspects.
• May operate and perform minor maintenance and repair of various office equipment.
• May serve as a notary public.
• May prepare a variety of permits; maintain files associated with permits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE

• Six months of general office experience.
• Ability to type 35 wpm.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• None required.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position does not require a physical for employment.
Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.
Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, HMO Dental Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.
The City is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans: HSA, High Deductible, HMO, PPO, and EPO Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City's self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.
For more information about the City of Mesquite's employee benefits, please visit:
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Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

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Indicate the amount of general office experience.Please Note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 years to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• More than 4 years

03

Have you ever been convicted of any family violence offense?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you ever been convicted of an offense with the grade of felony?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you operated a vehicle while impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance?

• Yes
• No

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If so, how many times in your lifetime have you operated a vehicle while impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance?

• Not applicable
• Less than 5 times
• 5 times to less than 10 times
• 10 times to less than 15 times
• 15 times to less than 20 times
• 20 or more times

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How long ago was the last incident you operated a vehicle while impaired by the use of alcohol or any other substance?

• Not applicable
• Less than 6 months
• More than 6 months but less than 1 year ago
• 1 year but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• More than 5 years

08

Are you prohibited by state or federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you ever been placed on court ordered community supervision or probation for an offense of the grade of felony?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you ever set a fire that could be construed as arson?

• Yes
• No

11

Have you ever used or tried marijuana?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, how many times in your lifetime have you used or tried marijuana?

• Not applicable
• Less than 5 times
• 5 but less than 10 times
• 10 but less than 15 times
• 15 but less than 20 times
• 20 or more times

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If yes, please select the most recent date of marijuana use?

• Not applicable
• Less than 3 months
• 3 months to less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• More than 1 years

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Have you ever used or tried cocaine?

• Yes
• No

15

If yes, how many times in your lifetime have you used or tried cocaine?

• Not applicable
• Less than 3 times
• 3 to less than 7 times
• 7 to less than 10 times
• More than 10 times

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If yes, please select the most recent date of cocaine use?

• Not applicable
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 10 years
• More than 10 years

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Have you ever used or tried heroin?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever used or tried hallucinogenic drug?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever intentionally used or tried ecstasy?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever intentionally used an inhalant to become intoxicated?

• Yes
• No

21

Are you at least 18 years of age or will you be at the time of hire?

• Yes
• No

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