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POLICE RECORDS SPECIALIST

Salary

$3,805.79 - $4,981.66 Monthly

Location

Cathedral City, CA

Job Type

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE

Job Number

25-30

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

11/04/2025

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

+ Description

+ Benefits

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Description

ARE YOU ORGANIZED AND DETAIL ORIENTED? IF SO, JOIN OUR RECORDS TEAM!

ADDITIONAL INCENTIVES MAY INCLUDE:

$85 per pay period - bilingual stipend

wellness reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and much more!

The recruitment will be opened until sufficient qualified applications are received and may close without prior notice. Applications will be reviewed as submitted. Apply Immediately!

The City of Cathedral is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals from a diverse candidate pool.

THE POSITION

Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn Police Department and City policies and procedures. As experience is gained there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This class is alternately staffed with Police Records Specialist II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency, which meet the qualifications of the higher-level class.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Application of:

Ability to learn laws, regulations, and departmental policies pertaining to records maintenance

Strong computer skills and ability to use records management software.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Basic business arithmetic.

Ability to Perform and Successfully Apply Skill In:

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Arranging items or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules.

Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

Applying general rules to specific problems to produce effective solutions.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance.

Other Requirements:

Must be able to work after hours/weekends when necessary.

Must be able to successfully pass an extensive police background.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid, appropriate Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Possession of, or the ability to obtain by the end of the probationary period, the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) Certificate and the ability to maintain certification every two years.

Training and Experience

Any combination of training and experience that provides the above listed knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way of qualifying would be:

+ Equivalent to graduation from high school

+ One year of clerical responsibility experience which included extensive contact with the public

TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION, CLICK HERE (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cathedralcityca/classspecs/newprint/1216372)

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

TO VIEW THE MOU, CLICK HERE. (https://www.joincathedralcity.org/job-seekers/memorandums-of-understanding/)

CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCESS

1. Application Review: A completed City of Cathedral City employment application and resume is required. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification. Application review will begin immediately and will be screened on basis of relevant education, training, and experience.

2. Examination Phase : Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, and interview evaluation.

3. Establishment of Eligibility List: Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list pending further review by the department head and other qualifying procedures.

Notifications will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process) to the email listed on your on-line application.

All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, criminal history check (livescan fingerprint check), and post-offer medical evaluation with a drug screen.

What's Next? Apply today and share this posting with anyone who may be interested!

The City does not participate in the Social Security system except for a mandatory Medicare

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

The City provides an outstanding benefits plan that includes:

- Bilingual pay

- CalPERS Health Insurance plus other Benefits

- CalPERS Retirement

- Certification and Education Incentives

- Deferred Compensation

- Educational Reimbursement

- Employee Assistance Program

- Holidays

- Life Insurance | Long Term Disability

- Sick Leave

- Vacation Accrual

- Wellness

Benefit description per bargaining unit are available for review on the City's website www.joincathedralcity.org

AFSCME– General Unit

CCPFA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=455) – Cathedral City Professional Firefighters Association

CCFMA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=4636) – Cathedral City Fire Management Association

CCPOA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=457) – Cathedral City Police Officer Association

CCPMA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=5416) – Cathedral City Police Management Association

Non-Represented Employees (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=5199)

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information, and reference to resume or application may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

+ YES

+ NO

02

Do you have a valid California Class C driver license?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Please indicate the highest level of formal education you have completed.

+ High School

+ College - Currently Enrolled

+ Associate Degree

+ Bachelor Degree

+ Master Degree or higher

04

How many years of clerical experience do you possess? Note: Experience must also be listed on your application.

+ No Experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 - 2 years

+ 2 years or more

05

Please specify how your clerical responsibility experience includes extensive contact with the public. If no experience, please type "none".

06

Do you have previous experience working in a Police Department?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Cathedral City

Address

68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero

Cathedral City, California, 92234

Website

http://www.joincathedralcity.org

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