Police Records Clerk (Grade 9/6) (Huntsville)
City of Huntsville, AL, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Salary :
$39,540.80 - $57,824.00 Annually Location :
Huntsville, AL Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
6031 Department:
Police Opening Date:
02/04/2026 Closing Date:
2/25/2026 6:00 PM Central
Nature of Work THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE'S POLICE DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU! The City of Huntsville's Police Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our
Police Records Clerk position(s). Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.
Come join our growing Police Team! Apply today!
About Our Department:
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is located near the City's downtown business and historic districts. Huntsville has 3 Police Precincts, approximately 500 sworn officers, 200 civilian personnel and patrols an area of around 220 square miles. HPD is a Professional Law Enforcement Organization utilizing modern technology, state of the art equipment and comprehensive training techniques. The Department is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement (CALEA).
Police Records Clerk Position Overview:
This is clerical work providing a variety of specialized office tasks in the Records Division of the Police Department. Work involves responsibility of specialized, defined duties, involving the application of standard procedures, to a variety of details requiring some independent analysis. Work also involves judgment in the selection and interpretation of data. Images, uploads, and downloads all police related reports routinely submitted to Police Records and other documents.
Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:
High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and experience in performing varied office support services.
Must be able to type a minimum of 30 wpm
Must obtain National Crime Information Center/Criminal Justice Information Systems (NCIC/ACJIS) Certification within 6 months of hire.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment supplemental application.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment polygraph examination, if selected for hire.
Must pass a fingerprinting background check, if selected for hire.
IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS All applicants will be required to attend a mandatory position overview which includes a typing test conducted by police records personnel at the Public Safety Complex - 815 Wheeler Ave. NW Huntsville, AL 35801. Applicants eligible to participate - those who meet the minimum requirements listed above, may self-schedule an appointment for the mandatory position overview and typing test immediately after submitting an application using the instructions below. The deadline to self-schedule for the orientation/typing test is Tuesday, March 3rd. After the position overview, those who wish to continue in the process will be required to take a typing test proctored by police records personnel. Please allow up to 1 hour for the overview and typing test.
INSTRUCTIONS TO SELF SCHEDULE:
Log into click the Your Account or Sign In link Log in as a Career Seeker Click on your username in the upper
right-hand
corner Click the Application Status link Click the Schedule Exam link Select the desired available exam date/time and location Click Submit
Applicants who self-schedule for the position overview/typing test will receive an email containing additional instructions prior to their appointment date/time. Additionally, applicants must present a valid driver's license at the time of their appointment. Applicants who arrive late or fail to attend/self-schedule, will be automatically eliminated from the hiring process. Applicants who successfully pass the typing test with at least 30 wpm will be eligible for further consideration in the hiring process. For More Information Regarding the Police Records Clerk Job Duties, Please Visit the Websites Below: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/78030
Minimum Education, Training and Experience Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request The City of Huntsville offers a competitive benefits package for its regular, full-time employees, such as medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment, cancer, off-the-job accident, as well as annual leave, sick leave, holiday and retirement.
Below is a summary of the City's benefit offerings:
The City of Huntsville offers a comprehensive benefit program to all full-time employees. For most benefits, a 30-day waiting period from date of eligibility will apply.
Medical Insurance All eligible and ACA eligible employees may enroll in the City of Huntsville's group health plans administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama; Blue Card PPO and High Deductible PPO. Benefits include medical/surgical, prescription coverage, and more.
Mental Health/Substance Abuse A mental health benefit and substance abuse program is offered through Behavioral Health Systems, Incorporated (BHS). These benefits are included as part of the group health plan. Services may be accessed by contacting BHS. A designated Care Coordinator for the City of Huntsville can assist with referrals to network providers.
Dental Plan The City offers a dental plan administered by Delta Dental Insurance Company to eligible full-time employees. This plan offers coverage for Preventive and Diagnostic Services, Basic and Major Services, and Orthodontic coverage (for dependent children under the age of 19.) A deductible of $50 per person/calendar year applies for Basic and Major Services. The deductible is waived for Diagnostic and Preventative services and a plan maximum of $2,000/year/covered patient. Orthodontics carries a $2,000/lifetime max/patient.
Vision Plan The City's vision plan is offered and administered by Vision Service Plan (VSP). VSP provides vision benefits, co-pays for eye exams, frames, and eyeglass lenses, as applicable, and an allowance for contact lenses. The plan also offers exclusive Member Extras for additional savings.
Retirement The City's retirement plan is administered by the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA). Participation is mandatory for all regular full and part-time employees. Employees contribute a percentage of their salary to the plan. The City contributes a percentage as determined by RSA.
Life Insurance The City provides a $20,000 group life insurance policy to all full-time employees through Lincoln Financial Insurance Company. Eligible employees are covered after completing one full day of work and coverage is provided at no-cost to the employee. Additional benefits may apply in the event of accidental death or dismemberment.
Disability Insurance The City provides a limited long term disability policy for eligible employees with one year of service, but less than ten years of service. There is no cost to the employee for this coverage. After ten years of service, disability benefits may be requested through the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA).
Voluntary Life / AD&D The City offers eligible employees an optional voluntary term life insurance benefit. Employees may apply to purchase additional term life insurance for self, spouse, and eligible dependents. Guarantee issue amounts are available if voluntary life benefits are elected within 30 days of eligibility. Premiums for employee and spouse are based upon age. Child Life is a flat rate based on the level of coverage.
The City also offers an optional voluntary accidental death & dismemberment insurance plan. Employees may purchase insurance for self or family. The plans are administered by Lincoln Financial Insurance Company. Please refer to the plan summary for additional information.
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits The City offers voluntary Cancer and Off-the-Job Accident plans administered by Allstate Benefits. The Cancer plan provides first occurrence, hospital confinement, radiation & chemotherapy, and other benefits. The Off-the-Job Accident plan provides benefits for injuries occurring off the job. Please refer to the brochures for an explanation of covered benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts The City offers two flexible spending account options to assist with unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care expenses. These pre-taxed accounts require a qualifying receipt and may be reimbursed by mail or direct deposit. A pre-loaded debit card is available for enrollees in the medical account. The flexible spending accounts are administered by Health Equity/WageWorks.
Financial Wellness The City provides a confidential financial wellness program through SmartDollar for all full-time employees. The program offers online tools and a step-by-step plan that is self-paced to help employees as they journey to re
$39,540.80 - $57,824.00 Annually Location :
Huntsville, AL Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
6031 Department:
Police Opening Date:
02/04/2026 Closing Date:
2/25/2026 6:00 PM Central
Nature of Work THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE'S POLICE DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU! The City of Huntsville's Police Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our
Police Records Clerk position(s). Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.
Come join our growing Police Team! Apply today!
About Our Department:
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is located near the City's downtown business and historic districts. Huntsville has 3 Police Precincts, approximately 500 sworn officers, 200 civilian personnel and patrols an area of around 220 square miles. HPD is a Professional Law Enforcement Organization utilizing modern technology, state of the art equipment and comprehensive training techniques. The Department is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement (CALEA).
Police Records Clerk Position Overview:
This is clerical work providing a variety of specialized office tasks in the Records Division of the Police Department. Work involves responsibility of specialized, defined duties, involving the application of standard procedures, to a variety of details requiring some independent analysis. Work also involves judgment in the selection and interpretation of data. Images, uploads, and downloads all police related reports routinely submitted to Police Records and other documents.
Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:
High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and experience in performing varied office support services.
Must be able to type a minimum of 30 wpm
Must obtain National Crime Information Center/Criminal Justice Information Systems (NCIC/ACJIS) Certification within 6 months of hire.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment supplemental application.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment polygraph examination, if selected for hire.
Must pass a fingerprinting background check, if selected for hire.
IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS All applicants will be required to attend a mandatory position overview which includes a typing test conducted by police records personnel at the Public Safety Complex - 815 Wheeler Ave. NW Huntsville, AL 35801. Applicants eligible to participate - those who meet the minimum requirements listed above, may self-schedule an appointment for the mandatory position overview and typing test immediately after submitting an application using the instructions below. The deadline to self-schedule for the orientation/typing test is Tuesday, March 3rd. After the position overview, those who wish to continue in the process will be required to take a typing test proctored by police records personnel. Please allow up to 1 hour for the overview and typing test.
INSTRUCTIONS TO SELF SCHEDULE:
Log into click the Your Account or Sign In link Log in as a Career Seeker Click on your username in the upper
right-hand
corner Click the Application Status link Click the Schedule Exam link Select the desired available exam date/time and location Click Submit
Applicants who self-schedule for the position overview/typing test will receive an email containing additional instructions prior to their appointment date/time. Additionally, applicants must present a valid driver's license at the time of their appointment. Applicants who arrive late or fail to attend/self-schedule, will be automatically eliminated from the hiring process. Applicants who successfully pass the typing test with at least 30 wpm will be eligible for further consideration in the hiring process. For More Information Regarding the Police Records Clerk Job Duties, Please Visit the Websites Below: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/78030
Minimum Education, Training and Experience Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request The City of Huntsville offers a competitive benefits package for its regular, full-time employees, such as medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment, cancer, off-the-job accident, as well as annual leave, sick leave, holiday and retirement.
Below is a summary of the City's benefit offerings:
The City of Huntsville offers a comprehensive benefit program to all full-time employees. For most benefits, a 30-day waiting period from date of eligibility will apply.
Medical Insurance All eligible and ACA eligible employees may enroll in the City of Huntsville's group health plans administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama; Blue Card PPO and High Deductible PPO. Benefits include medical/surgical, prescription coverage, and more.
Mental Health/Substance Abuse A mental health benefit and substance abuse program is offered through Behavioral Health Systems, Incorporated (BHS). These benefits are included as part of the group health plan. Services may be accessed by contacting BHS. A designated Care Coordinator for the City of Huntsville can assist with referrals to network providers.
Dental Plan The City offers a dental plan administered by Delta Dental Insurance Company to eligible full-time employees. This plan offers coverage for Preventive and Diagnostic Services, Basic and Major Services, and Orthodontic coverage (for dependent children under the age of 19.) A deductible of $50 per person/calendar year applies for Basic and Major Services. The deductible is waived for Diagnostic and Preventative services and a plan maximum of $2,000/year/covered patient. Orthodontics carries a $2,000/lifetime max/patient.
Vision Plan The City's vision plan is offered and administered by Vision Service Plan (VSP). VSP provides vision benefits, co-pays for eye exams, frames, and eyeglass lenses, as applicable, and an allowance for contact lenses. The plan also offers exclusive Member Extras for additional savings.
Retirement The City's retirement plan is administered by the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA). Participation is mandatory for all regular full and part-time employees. Employees contribute a percentage of their salary to the plan. The City contributes a percentage as determined by RSA.
Life Insurance The City provides a $20,000 group life insurance policy to all full-time employees through Lincoln Financial Insurance Company. Eligible employees are covered after completing one full day of work and coverage is provided at no-cost to the employee. Additional benefits may apply in the event of accidental death or dismemberment.
Disability Insurance The City provides a limited long term disability policy for eligible employees with one year of service, but less than ten years of service. There is no cost to the employee for this coverage. After ten years of service, disability benefits may be requested through the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA).
Voluntary Life / AD&D The City offers eligible employees an optional voluntary term life insurance benefit. Employees may apply to purchase additional term life insurance for self, spouse, and eligible dependents. Guarantee issue amounts are available if voluntary life benefits are elected within 30 days of eligibility. Premiums for employee and spouse are based upon age. Child Life is a flat rate based on the level of coverage.
The City also offers an optional voluntary accidental death & dismemberment insurance plan. Employees may purchase insurance for self or family. The plans are administered by Lincoln Financial Insurance Company. Please refer to the plan summary for additional information.
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits The City offers voluntary Cancer and Off-the-Job Accident plans administered by Allstate Benefits. The Cancer plan provides first occurrence, hospital confinement, radiation & chemotherapy, and other benefits. The Off-the-Job Accident plan provides benefits for injuries occurring off the job. Please refer to the brochures for an explanation of covered benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts The City offers two flexible spending account options to assist with unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care expenses. These pre-taxed accounts require a qualifying receipt and may be reimbursed by mail or direct deposit. A pre-loaded debit card is available for enrollees in the medical account. The flexible spending accounts are administered by Health Equity/WageWorks.
Financial Wellness The City provides a confidential financial wellness program through SmartDollar for all full-time employees. The program offers online tools and a step-by-step plan that is self-paced to help employees as they journey to re