POLICE SECRETARY

The person employed in the position of Secretary handles administrative functions for the division the individual is assigned, accomplishes Secretarial duties and is responsible for the flow of highly confidential paper work critical to the operation of the Slidell Police Department. This position requires exercise of judgment with a minimum of supervision.

Job Function:

I. Ability to prepare correspondence, memo's and requisitions which does not require the attention of a superior. All written material is prepared using good judgment as to the content, accuracy and completeness. 2. Maintain various logs, schedules and reports including division payroll and overtime weekly reports. 3. Receives the public and answers questions in a professional, knowledgeable and respectful manner. 4. Answer and screen incoming calls with courtesy, providing the caller appropriate information as well as maintaining confidentiality of information that is not to be disseminated. The caller may be referred to the appropriate personnel when necessary. 5. Schedules appointments and meetings as necessary for the division notifying the individuals of those appointments. 6. Receive mail and distribute to the proper individuals. 7. Prepares requisitions for the division's office supplies by pricing and processing through proper purchasing procedures. 8. Coordinate work assignments with other personnel in the division. 9. May be appointed to various boards within the Police Department. IO. Have knowledge of computers and the systems used by the Police Department including but not limited to the CAD/RMS Spillman Computer System. 11. Enter data into the computer system when required. 12. Filing to maintain records. 13. Assist the di vision's Supervisor in all phases of the office as necessary. 14. Assist with other duties upon request. 15. In the event of a natural or man-made emergency, may be requested to work 12-hour shifts and assist in coordinating emergency operations. 16. May be required to maintain emergency daily records and prepare documentation during a emergency situation and/or assist in other areas of the Police Department.

DESIRED MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

I. A high school diploma or General Equivalency Development (GED) certificate is required. 2. Required typing speed of sixty (60) words a minute. 3. Three (3) years of increasingly responsible secretarial experience or equivalent combination of related education and experience.

General Requirements:

1. Must be 18 years or older at the time of employment. 2. No felony convictions and disqualifying criminal history. 3. Must be a U.S. citizen. 4. Must be able to read and write the English language. 5. Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits. 6. Must have a valid drivers' license without record of suspension or revocation in any state.

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Working knowledge of computers and various computer programs including Word. 2. Working knowledge of modem office practices and procedures. 3. Skill in the operation of standard office machines such as but not limited to printers, fax machines, calculators and copy machines. 4. Ability to execute internet search for information pertaining to law enforcement. 5. Ability to handle stressful situations and/or work with frequent interruptions or distractions. 6. Ability to work with little or no supervision.

Other Requirements:

Must receive a "Meets Acceptable Level" on annual evaluation or may be terminated by the Chief of Police.

Physical Demands:

The physical demand described here are representative of those that must be met by the Secretary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. 1. In the performance of the employee's duties, the employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, stand, pull, push, climb or balance, stoop, crouch or crawl, bend or kneel and be able to use hands and arms to reach and stretch. Be able to lift up to 25 pounds. 2. Vision abilities include reading typed and hand writing documents, computers, maps, and able to adjust focus. 3. Able to hear and speak clearly. 4. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The work environment is a climate controlled office with a noise level from light to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required of this position. Depending on the assigned department, the work area may be open to the public during normal working hours.

Type :

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location :

POLICE Posting Start :

04/01/2026

Posting End :

12/31/9999 MINIMUM

HOURLY RATE

$18.03