Records Technician - Sheriff\'s Office

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Records Technician – Sheriff\’s Office

Apply locations Anoka County Sheriff\’s Office time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: August 14, 2025 (5 days left to apply) job requisition id R5121 Job Posting End Date: August 13, 2025 at 11:59pm CSTHiring range: $42,619 to $50,065 ($20.49 to $24.07 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on August 13th, 2025 in order to be considered.

The Anoka County Sheriff\’s Office is seeking a professional and positive individual wishing to serve our community in the position of Records Technician. A Records Technician performs a variety of duties which include preparation and transcription of investigative documents and the accurate maintenance of records. They also assist the public with inquiries on the status of records, bail fees, and general information as it relates to the Sheriff\’s Office.

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office offers numerous opportunities for career diversity and promotional advancement. The Sheriff’s Office promotes teamwork, fosters a positive working environment, and maintains a reputation and tradition of excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, apply today, and see what we have to offer.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position that will work onsite at the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office in Andover.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $42,619 to $50,065 ($20.49 to $24.07 per hour).

• 2024 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 26. $42,619 to $57,512 ($20.49 to $27.65 per hour). 2025 salary ranges to be determined pending ratification of labor agreement.

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://anokacountymn.gov/417/Benefits

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, 325 13301 Hanson Blvd NW, Andover.

• Expected work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Records Technician.

• Answer telephone and handle inquiries from the general public, attorneys, domestic abuse victims, and law enforcement agencies.

• Properly prioritize incident reports by determined degree of crime such as felony, gross misdemeanor, or misdemeanor, and prepares the report per priority classification.

• Prepare, transcribe, and compile investigative documents as required.

• Interpret and disseminate data to law enforcement agencies and the general public.

• Input various types of information into the law enforcement records system.

• Interpret information accurately and consistently from a variety of sources including law enforcement officers, and other counties and states.

• Disseminate information only after taking into consideration data privacy laws.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• High school diploma or equivalent education.

• Possess or able to obtain within six months of hire a Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and/or Criminal Justice Information Services certification.

• Must be able to credibly testify in a court of law.

• Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• One year of full-time related clerical experience which includes heavy word processing.

• Experience in law enforcement, corrections, or legal environment.

• Current BAC/CJIS certification.

• Knowledge of generally accepted office procedures and laws governing data practices.

• Knowledge of Minnesota Offense Codes, BAC, Odyssey, CJIS, Criminal Justice Reporting System (CJRS), and National Crime Center (NCIC).

• Able to organize, prioritize, and coordinate workflows.

• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruption.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment

• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades, and brightness.

• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.

• Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work

• Occasional lifting of 10-20 lbs.

• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as “unauthorized Tattoos” under the sheriff’s Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office. Tattoos that cover more than 50 percent of the exposed area of the arm while wearing an unaltered short-sleeved shirt must be covered by a long- sleeved shirt while the employee is representing the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office. The exposed area is the area from the bend of the wrist to the shirt sleeve. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis for tattoos of rings on fingers. (Complete policy available upon request).

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here .

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process

Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO

Our team of over 2,000 employees is united by a common mission to preserve the public\’s trust.We do this by bringing our very best to work every day and serving Anoka County\’s citizens in a respectful, innovative and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you toFind Your Pathwith Anoka County! Apply today to join our team.

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