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City of Detroit

Sr. Records and Identification Technician

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What they do

A Criminal Investigator works on criminal cases either as a police detective or private investigator. Investigates people accused of crimes, gathers evidence from crime scene or other searches, reviews evidence gathered by other law enforcement officials. Collects information that may be used for criminal prosecution.

$53,828 / year median in Michigan

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical and clerical duties in support of the Police Department that includes complex clerical work such as recording, updating and maintaining police records of a detailed, specialized, and/or confidential nature. Review reports and ensure police report data is accurate and conforms to Michigan Incident Crime Reporting (MICR) requirements. Review, update and maintain the police record systems to ensure timeliness, completeness and compliance with the state and federal records requirements. Review and comprehend law enforcement reports. Route law enforcement reports to the appropriate investigative entities including, but not limited to Homicide, Sex Crimes, Domestic Violence, Narcotics etc. Research and enter data from police reports into various computer systems, including, but not limited to the Detroit Police Records Management System (RMS), Name Candidating, Geo-Verification and Arrest Data Bases. Classify offense and non-offense reports, apply proper codes in accordance with MICR requirements. Assist, provide information and respond to questions and concerns from Police Department Personnel in person and by telephone. Assist Police Officers in relation to reporting issues, involving troubleshooting and problem solving. Compose corrective/instructive emails relative to reporting issues discovered in the review process. Navigate through layers of computerized electronic reporting data. Maintain absolute confidentiality relative to sensitive law enforcement data, observations, discussions and other confidential information. Review and verify records for pertinent information. Qualifications (required): High school diploma or G.E.D. Three (3) years of experience performing semi-specialized and non-routine clerical and office work. Qualifications (preferred): Law Enforcement experience relative to Police reports. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business administration, public administration, or some college education.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:
The Detroit Police Department's pre-employment background screening process includes a review of your social media account(s).To continue with the application process, you must provide all names and/or social media handles associated with your social media account(s); including but not limited to any of the following social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, Twitter, Google, YouTube, Snapchat, LinkedIn, etc. The Detroit Police Department is a 24/7 operation. Candidates must be flexible as you will be assigned to day, afternoon or midnight shift. This is an on-site position.
Evaluation Plan Interview:
70%
Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications:
30% Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.
P:
100% Additional points may be awarded for:
Veteran Points:
0 - 15 points
Detroit Residency Credit:
15 point