Police Records Clerk

The Police Department of the Village of Lake Zurich is seeking candidates for the position of Records Clerk
. The Police Department is located at 200 Mohawk Trail in Lake Zurich. Business hours are 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Performs intermediate-level administrative support work, including reviewing and approving reports, maintaining files, utilizing records software and databases, processing requests, fees and notifications, and completing related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Records Supervisor.

• Process traffic citations, ordinance violations, and crash and miscellaneous non-criminal reports.
• Facilitate support to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Officer by coordinating receipt, research, tracking, and response to FOIA requests.
• Process subpoenas and requests for records from both public and private entities, including the Lake County State's Attorney's Office and the Village Prosecutor.
• Process administrative tow fees and lienholder notifications and serve as the backup Court Clerk for police matters in adjudication hearing proceedings.
• Manage division accreditation proofs.
• Assistance in conducting records retention reviews and prepare disposal documentation for the State.
• Provide direct customer service to the public at the service window or by telephone or email.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and two or more years of experience in an office environment. Previous government, police records, and FOIA experience is preferred. Applicant must obtain LEADS LTFA certification within 6 months of employment.

Successful candidates must be able to multitask and possess strong communication, organizational, administrative, and customer service skills. Selected candidate must also successfully complete a background check and post-offer employment physical examination including a drug screening.

The starting hourly rate is $25.24 per hour, approximately $52,500 annually.

• Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave, and participation in the IMRF pension fund.

Position is open until filled.

The Village of Lake Zurich is an Equal Opportunity Employer.