Position Overview
The Records Specialist position is fast paced and varied.Records Specialists perform complex record keeping including compiling statistics, data entry, filing, proofreading, scanning, retrieval of police reports and other forms, maintenance of computerized records management system, queries state and national criminal justice information systems, and other clerical work as needed. Depending on the assignment, the Records Specialist may also make entries to state and national criminal justice information systems.
The Records Unit is a 24/7 operation. Schedules require some flexibility and require shift work, including overnights and weekends. The Records Unit operates on a shift-bid schedule but, after training is completed, employees may be asked to work any of the shifts needed until the next shift-bid. Records Specialists handle duties for both internal and external customers.
- Internal Customers
- Police Officers
- City and county courts and prosecutors
- Other government agencies
- Other City of Scottsdale departments and staff
- External Customers
- Crime victims
- The public
- Defense Attorneys