Records Clerk

The City of Portage is looking for a responsible team player to join our Public Safety s Police Division, as a Records Clerk. If you are looking for a reliable office position in a supportive team environment, this position may be the right fit for you!

What You'll Do:

Maintain confidentiality of all material and correspondence. Review and process Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests that are received, including, but not limited to, police and fire documents, reports, audio and video recordings and photographs. Operate the Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) computer system. Conduct research on applicable case law and other regulations on FOIA requests to resolve issues. Prepare police and fire reports, mobile video recordings, body worn camera recordings and other police and fire documents. Research and analyze information to requests and develop status reports to support agency reporting requirements. Input, delete, retrieve, and correct information in automated databases or electronic records. Follow preliminary instructions in performing research on easily resolved legal questions with clearly applicable precedents. Compile statistics and complete data queries. Process documents and enter into databases; to include citations, arrests, and mugshots. Prepare subpoenas, invoices, and other state required documents and reports. Receive telephone calls and direct to the appropriate department or person. Sort, scan, photocopy and file records and other office materials.

What We're Looking For:

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience with law enforcement terminology is helpful but not required. A strong candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, be able to type 50+ WPM, with high accuracy, and possess excellent grammar, spelling, and word usage skills. Must be able to proofread documents and to edit pre-transcribed reports. Must be able to pass an extensive background check. The hiring process for the position can take 4 to 6 weeks. Why Join Us? Work with the Portage Department of Public Safety, in an essential support role. The position is full-time, onsite, working Monday - Thursday, 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M., Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. The hourly rate is $18.93 - $24.34/hour, commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits. Health insurance starts day 1 of employment. Here is How to

Join Us:

Questions? Contact Human Resources at (269)329-4533 or text (269)998-1385. Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of the city to afford equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, height, weight, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity; Positive action shall be taken to ensure the fulfillment of this policy.