Job Posting for POLICE RECORDS TECHNICIAN II at City of Peoria, IL

Applications are required for each vacancy. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of applications. The application must be signed, dated, completely filled in and returned to the Human Resources Department by the filing date indicated on the Vacancy Announcement. All information submitted is subject to verification.
The City only accepts applications for posted positions.
If selected, City residency must be established within one year of hire (or within the timeframe outlined in bargaining unit contract, if applicable). Residency must be maintained for the duration of employment. Applicants need not be current residents of the City of Peoria to be considered.
After an offer of employment but prior to hire, all applicants must complete a medical examination including a drug screen.
All new hires will be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
A summary of employment benefits may be obtained by contacting the City’s Human Resources Department.
The City’s Administrative Action Plan for Fair Practices is available for inspection by contacting the City’s Equal Opportunity Office, City Hall, Room 303 or by calling (309) 494-8594.
Applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the selection process may notify the Human Resources Department of such request.

The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Description

EMPLOYEE'S MUST RESIDE WITHIN THE CITY OF PEORIA. AN EMPLOYEE’S UNAUTHORIZED RESIDENCY OUTSIDE THE CITY OF PEORIA SHALL BE GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE TERMINATION.

DEPARTMENT: POLICE
LOCATION: 600 SW ADAMS STREET, PEORIA, ILLINOIS
HOURS: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Monday through Friday)

Performs specialized clerical work in the preparation of criminal records for the Police Department. This is accomplished by receiving booking information on new arrests and updates; receiving and logging daily requests; reviewing police reports to determine request responses; registering offenders; obtaining and filing records of licenses, photo IDs, and fingerprints; and handling all other aspects of data entry as required by the position.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)

¨ Updates arrest information in the department records system; updates criminal history information as it becomes available including conviction updates if available; creates new packets as needed for individuals.

¨ Sends arrest and criminal history information to the ISP Bureau of Identification.

¨ Assists other agencies gather criminal history information on individuals who have been arrested by the City police agency; sends fingerprint cards, photographs, copies of reports and copies of criminal histories originating from this agency.

¨ Enters information from police reports and other source documents into on-line computer system.

¨ Runs criminal histories from computer system.

¨ Disseminates police reports and criminal records to police department personnel, insurance companies, government agencies, and the general public upon request.

¨ Receives check or cash from insurance companies and the general public requesting copies of accident reports, safeguards all money and checks until turned over to other police personnel.

¨ Answers telephones; greets and assists the general public, police department personnel and individuals from other government agencies.

¨ Sorts and files police reports and other documents.

¨ Processes application and issues adult-use employee permits including: fingerprinting and taking photo ID; running applicant information through computer checking local police files, state and national computer for criminal history, and outstanding warrants.

¨ Processes application and issues cab driver permits.

¨ Processes application and issues masseuse/masseur permits.

¨ Takes ID photos for all City employees, all applicants for permits, and various other outside agencies.

¨ Processes peddler records; checks through department computer system, state files, and national computer.

¨ Processes false alarm; prints notification letters and processes for mailing; processes invoice requests; testifies in court on alarm totals, false alarm dates, notification dates, and when accounts receivable was notified to bill alarm owner.

¨ Completes all convicted sex offender registrations; mails sex offender registrations to various agencies as mandated by the state.

¨ Fills in for other staff members as required.

¨ Processes Freedom of Information Requests from the general public, screens reports released under the Freedom of Information Act, either approves or denies request; if request is denied, types denial letter indicating incident number, offense description and reasons for denial.

¨ Processes expungement orders.

¨ Processes subpoena requests.

¨ Trains employees in the procedures for data entry into computer system.

¨ Resolves problems with written reports; determines the nature of the problem and takes proper steps to correct the problem(s).

¨ Verifies the accuracy of data entered into the computer system.

¨ Attends meetings to discuss information and issues relating to area of responsibility.

¨ Performs other related duties as assigned.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer(s)
General Office Equipment
35mm Camera
Photo Imaging Machine

Photo ID Camera
Typewriter

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; two to three years progressively responsible experience; minimum typing speed of 35 wpm required. General knowledge of retrieval and downloading of digital files, including videos and photographs. Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job, considered.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

¨ Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations.

¨ Police policies and procedures.

¨ All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.

¨ Principles and practices of basic accounting.

¨ General office procedures, policies and practices, as well as basic knowledge of computer/VDT and other general office equipment.

¨ Basic UCR code reporting.

¨ Recordkeeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.

¨ Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.

¨ Standard business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals.

Skill in:

¨ Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.

¨ Using a computer to accurately and rapidly enter and retrieve data and information.

¨ ¨ Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

¨ Operating complex computer personal programs via a microcomputer or via a VDT connected to a mainframe computer.

Mental and Physical Abilities:

¨ Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

¨ Ability to effectively testify in court.

¨ Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, giving close attention to detail and accuracy.

¨ Ability to take accurate fingerprints that are readable and usable.

¨ Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

¨ While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and speak and hear.

¨ While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Working Conditions:

¨ Work is performed in a normal office environment with little or no exposure to outdoor temperatures or dirt and dust.

¨ The incumbent's working conditions are typically moderately loud.

PENSION PROGRAM: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF): Ten years required for vesting. IMRF Death Benefit – Annual Salary after 1 year's service. IMRF Disability Benefit – 50% of Salary up to 30 months after 1 year's service.

Employee Contribution (12.15%)
Social Security - 7.65%
IMRF - 4.50%

Employer Contribution (12.90%)

Social Security - 7.65%
IMRF - 5.25%

UNION MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE: American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) – Union dues through payroll deduction.

VACATION: No Vacation in first year of employment. Earn 6.67 hours per month.

1 to 5 Years of Service - 2 Weeks Paid Vacation

6 to 15 Years of Service - 2 Weeks and 1 additional day for every year of service

15 Years and Up - 4 Weeks Paid Vacation

SICK LEAVE: 6.67 hours per month earned. No limit on total days accumulated. Upon separation, hours accrued greater than 607 are credited to the Retirement Health Savings Plan (RHS) account.

PERSONAL LEAVE: Earn 2.67 hours per month.

1 to 5 Years of Service - 4 days per year (Accumulated Monthly)
5 Years and Over - 5 days per year

HOLIDAYS: 10 Paid Holidays per year.

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: Coverage effective first day of the next month following completion of one calendar month of employment. Members may opt out of the City's insurance program with proof of other coverage – coverage for dependents is optional. The City of Peoria Health Insurance offers two (2) plan options for coverage. Bi-weekly premiums for AFSCME employees depend on which plan is selected. On your hire date, you will meet with City's Patient Advocate to receive detailed information on the plans and the appropriate premium cost. Depending on plan selection, you can enroll in the Flexible Spending Program (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).

LOW DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLAN
Member Only$ 47.71/per pay
Member Partner$162.82/per pay
Member Child(ren)$128.82/per pay
Member Family$224.84/per pay

HIGH DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLAN
Member Only$ 23.86/per pay
Member Partner$ 81.42/per pay
Member Child(ren)$ 64.41/per pay
Member Family$112.42/per pay

LIFE INSURANCE: $20,000 group term Life Insurance and $20,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance – No cost to employee.

CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE: Savings accounts/loan accounts/checking accounts located at 505 NE Monroe, Peoria, IL 61602; Phone: (309) 494-8790; FAX: (309) 494-8793; Hours: 8am – 12pm and 1pm – 4:50pm, Monday through Friday.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Available on class-by-class basis, if funds are available, for job-related classes, based on prevailing rates at public institutions, based on grade, upon approval.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Three major 457 Plans available. Voya Financial, ICMA, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions

WORKER'S COMPENSATION: Self-Insured Plan.

RESIDENCY: An employee hired on or after January 1, 2023, must reside within the City of Peoria. An employee's unauthorized residency outside the City of Peoria shall be grounds for immediate termination.

(Summary data only. Labor Agreements in effect are actual controlling documents.)

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