Job Location : Fullerton,CA, USA
The Fullerton Police Department is dedicated to the prevention of crime and disorder, protection of life and liberty, and the relentless pursuit of justice. Prevent - protect - pursue. Law enforcement is a noble and honorable calling that requires integrity, honesty, dedication, and a commitment to serving our community. With a complement of approximately 180 employees, 125 sworn and 55 civilian positions, our department is made up of men and women who encompass these qualities. We pride ourselves on our family environment, where every employee is a member of the family and an integral part of our mission. If having a satisfying career that makes a difference in people's lives sounds like something you want to be a part of, apply with us today!
The Police Records Clerk is a civilian position within the Police Department responsible for performing a diverse range of highly skilled tasks that are crucial to both the community and law enforcement partners. The position involves managing access to records, processing arrests, and entering data into national law enforcement databases. There is currently one vacancy. The eligibility list established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Police Records Clerk vacancies as they occur throughout the department. Police Records Clerk $4,047 - $5,166 per month. Future salary increase + 3% - July 2026.
Education and experience: Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position may be considered as qualifying. A typical combination includes graduation from high school and two years of performing responsible clerical duties, including one year of public contact experience.
Special requirements: Type at a net speed of 45 words per minute. Must be able to successfully pass a Police Department pre-employment screening process. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate City needs. Must be able to work rotating shifts, overtime, emergency callback, nights, holidays, and weekends to accommodate City needs.
Physical requirements: Work is performed in an office environment, requiring prolonged periods of sitting and the use of a computer, keyboard, and related equipment. An incumbent stands, walks, and may twist, reach, bend, crouch, kneel, climb stairs and ladders, and grasp, push, pull, drag, and move boxes of files and other office items weighing 30 pounds or less. With or without reasonable accommodation, the Police Records Clerk must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have mobility, vision, hearing, and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
Applicants must provide specific and complete details about their qualifications. Based on the information provided in the application and other required materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include a written exam, a performance test, an oral interview, and/or other assessment methods. The City reserves the right to revise any portion of the examination process. Candidates will be notified of any changes before the related examination step. Candidates who successfully complete the assessment process for this recruitment will be placed on an eligible list, which will remain in effect for at least one year or until an insufficient number of candidates remain on the list. Current City of Fullerton employees may be given preference during the testing and/or selection process.
Employment offers are conditional upon the successful completion of a background check and a medical examination conducted by the City's designated physician at the City's expense. The background check will include fingerprinting, verified by the State of California Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Certain positions may require a more extensive background check. Medical examinations assess an individual's ability to meet the physical requirements of the position. Additionally, all new hires and employees appointed to safety-sensitive classifications must undergo a drug screening. An appointee will serve a 12-month probationary period. This bulletin does not form an express or implied contract. Any provisions outlined are subject to modification or revocation without prior notice. Per California Government Code 3100 - 3109, all public employees are declared to be disaster service workers and must take and subscribe to the oath or affirmation required. Employees who drive for City business are enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles Government Pull Notice Program. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that you must be a U.S. citizen or an alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States to be eligible for hire. The City of Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is committed to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact the Human Resources Office at (714) ###-#### prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. Fullerton is renowned for its unique mix of residential, business, educational, and cultural environments. Boasting a population of approximately 140,000 citizens, Fullerton is a community with a strong sense of tradition and takes pride in providing an atmosphere that allows for both the preservation of its historic past and opportunities to meet the challenges of the future. Known as the Education Community , Fullerton is also home to award-winning elementary and secondary school systems, plus five universities and colleges, including Cal State Fullerton. We are a full-service city comprised of nine departments, that include our own city staffed Fire and Police departments. Additionally, the city oversees a general aviation airport, a library, and a variety of recreational buildings, facilities, and activities. As a mid-sized organization providing a variety of services to both internal and external customers, employees are afforded the opportunity to perform varied work within their job classifications.