Police Records Clerk

Location: 200 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Business hours: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Performs intermediate-level administrative support work, including reviewing and approving reports, maintaining files, utilizing records software and databases, processing requests, fees, and notifications.
• Processes traffic citations, ordinance violations, crash, and miscellaneous non-criminal reports.
• Facilitates support to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Officer by coordinating receipt, research, tracking, and response to FOIA requests.
• Processes subpoenas and requests for records from both public and private entities, including the Lake County State's Attorney's Office and the Village Prosecutor.
• Processes administrative tow fees and lienholder notifications and serves as the backup Court Clerk for police matters in adjudication hearing proceedings.
• Manages division accreditation proofs.
• Assists in conducting records retention reviews and prepares disposal documentation for the State.
• Provides direct customer service to the public at the service window or by telephone or email.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience in an office environment.
• Previous government, police records, and FOIA experience is preferred.
• Must obtain LEADS LTFA certification within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to multitask and strong communication, organizational, administrative, and customer service skills.
• Must successfully complete a background check and post-offer employment physical examination including a drug screening.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave.
• Participation in the IMRF pension fund.

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $25.24 per hour (approximately $52,500 annually).