Job Description

Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

This is clerical work in the Gainesville Police Department records section.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under close supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its emphasis on records keeping.

EXAMPLES OF WORK*

*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs various clerical activities to recover and store records data.

Performs duties associated with teletype National Crime Information Center / Florida Crime Information Center (NCIC/FCIC) functions. Enters, exits, and modifies records in the state and national databases.

Prepares documents for filing, public records viewing, and copying.

Maintains files and records and creates reports.

Interacts with internal and external customers, City administration and various government agencies to produce records in compliance with Florida Statutes.

Processes Affidavits, public records requests, subpoenas, or similar documents.

Interacts with City Attorney’s Office to store and retrieve documents.

Receives cash payments for records and reports. Prepares reports of cash received.

Performs statistical and record keeping functions.

Serves as a receptionist. Provides general information concerning regulations and office procedures.

Types from copy, rough draft, or general instructions material relating to activities in the records section.

Operates office machines and equipment.

Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalently diploma, and two (2) years of clerical experience one (1) of which should be in records maintenance.

Must type at a minimum speed of 35 correct words per minute.

Word processing, spreadsheet, and data management experience may be required.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

None.

Certifications

Must obtain state certification for NCIC/FCIC computer systems within six (6) months of appointment.

Must obtain State of Florida Notary Public license within six (6) months of appointment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of office practices and procedures, business English, spelling and math.

Ability to use Microsoft software (Word, Outlook, Excel) and relevant software applications.

Ability to maintain complex clerical records and prepare reports from such records.

Ability to work effectively with coworkers and the general public.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

May be required to work shift work.

Will be required to work with, or have access to, information or documents pertaining to confidential criminal investigations.

Note: 

May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans’ Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at **@ci***************.org or by calling 352-334-5077.

How to Apply

Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: administration and police. Salaries: 40,000 - 60,000.

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