Police Records Specialist
The City of La Crosse is seeking to hire a full-time Police Records Specialist to become an essential member of the Police Department. The purpose of confidential positions in this classification is to enter, distribute and maintain police records; enter, manage and maintain police parking utility records; review, redact and fulfill open records requests; and perform other clerical and customer service duties as assigned. Incumbents in this classification perform confidential police related clerical tasks, information collection and distribution, compile and maintain records and account information, calculate/process and maintain customer billing and related account information, customer service related to police enforcement, data entry of police reports and citations, and direct communication with law enforcement reference citizen complaints/reports. The work is performed under the supervision of the Police Records Manager. Starting wage for this non-exempt position is $24.07 per hour with the potential to earn more depending on qualifications (75 hours bi-weekly). Requirements: Associate Degree, or three to five years of progressively responsible clerical experience, with a moderate proficiency in utilizing various computer applications. Must demonstrate effective communications skills and utilize judgement with confidential information. The ability to pass a criminal background check is required. Benefits: The City of La Crosse offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical benefit plans, Wisconsin Retirement Plan, deferred compensation, Roth IRA, life insurance, accident insurance, income continuation insurance, voluntary dental and vision plans, paid holidays, vacations, and sick leave. Benefit perks: traditional or high deductible (with HSA) medical plan options available; participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System with 7.20% employer contribution; 10 paid holidays, ability to earn up to 12 sick days per year, and vacation time available as of date of hire. Applications accepted until February 15, 2026. To be considered, submit an employment application by visiting the City of La Crosse website and clicking on City Services, then clicking Career Opportunities or by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacrossewi.
The City of La Crosse is seeking to hire a full-time Police Records Specialist to become an essential member of the Police Department. The purpose of confidential positions in this classification is to enter, distribute and maintain police records; enter, manage and maintain police parking utility records; review, redact and fulfill open records requests; and perform other clerical and customer service duties as assigned. Incumbents in this classification perform confidential police related clerical tasks, information collection and distribution, compile and maintain records and account information, calculate/process and maintain customer billing and related account information, customer service related to police enforcement, data entry of police reports and citations, and direct communication with law enforcement reference citizen complaints/reports. The work is performed under the supervision of the Police Records Manager. Starting wage for this non-exempt position is $24.07 per hour with the potential to earn more depending on qualifications (75 hours bi-weekly). Requirements: Associate Degree, or three to five years of progressively responsible clerical experience, with a moderate proficiency in utilizing various computer applications. Must demonstrate effective communications skills and utilize judgement with confidential information. The ability to pass a criminal background check is required. Benefits: The City of La Crosse offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical benefit plans, Wisconsin Retirement Plan, deferred compensation, Roth IRA, life insurance, accident insurance, income continuation insurance, voluntary dental and vision plans, paid holidays, vacations, and sick leave. Benefit perks: traditional or high deductible (with HSA) medical plan options available; participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System with 7.20% employer contribution; 10 paid holidays, ability to earn up to 12 sick days per year, and vacation time available as of date of hire. Applications accepted until February 15, 2026. To be considered, submit an employment application by visiting the City of La Crosse website and clicking on City Services, then clicking Career Opportunities or by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacrossewi.