Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Waco, TXJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2024-01351Department: POLICEDivision: Support ServicesOpening Date: 12/19/2024Closing Date: 1/5/2025 11:59 PM CentralSummaryMinimum Starting Salary is $17.81 per hourWhy Work For Waco
- Meaningful and challenging work
- Make a difference and improve communities
- Competitive Salary and Benefits
- Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
- Education Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance
- Longevity Pay
- And More!
Chance to do work you are passionate aboutJob SecurityDesire to give backTHE CITY OF WACO SEEKS:A customer-centered individual with experience in data entry, record keeping, document processing, transcribing, and other office duties. If you are detail-oriented, organized, enjoy working with the public, and can maintain strict confidentiality, this position may be for you. Apply now!Minimum Qualifications:Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- One year of customer service and clerical experience.
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
- Specific technical training and certifications are required.
- National/Texas Crime Information Centers (NCIC/TCIC) within six months from date of hire. (this required training is provided in-house)
- Depending on the needs of the City, additional licenses and certifications may be required.
Must complete Police Department Background Packet (the packet will be sent on 1/6/2025 after the position closes)Must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background screening. Must be able to pass a polygraph. Applicants must be able to pass the following tests if selected to move forward:
- Typing test - 40wpm minimum
- Office Grammar & Spelling - 70% minimum
Position OverviewUnder basic supervision, processes Waco Police Department (WPD) report requests, enters data into secure computer databases, performs research, and provides information within the scope of authority.
Position Responsibilities- Performs basic clerical duties in accordance with WPD policy and procedures, including data entry, record keeping and preparing and processing documents; duties may vary according to job assignment.
- Transcribes and processes Officer reports, processes information requests and maintains files and database records; assists customers with payments, reports, applications, and technical documents.
- Processes a variety of public records and requests; answers inquiries and explains policies and procedures; provides information and assistance within scope of authority.
The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds. To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page. Why Work For Waco:
- Meaningful and challenging work
- Make a difference and improve communities
- Competitive Salary and Benefits
- Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
- Education Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance
- Longevity Pay
- And More!
Chance to do work you are passionate about Job Security Desire to give back01 Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
02 Do you have a Valid Driver's License?
03 This position requires employees to work various shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
- I have read and understand the above statement.
04 Please understand that this position does not have a set schedule. This position requires that you be flexible and work various days and hours that will include days, evenings, and nights based on the department needs. Are you willing and able to meet this job requirement?
05 Shift assignments and days off may rotate and vary to meet the needs of a 24-hour/7 days a week operation within an emergency response environment. To be considered for this position, candidates must be available for various shifts and various days off. Are you able to work varied shifts including, days, nights, weekends, holidays and work the schedule as required?
06 If hired, you will be required to report in for your shift regardless of inclement weather. The Police department has a very strict attendance and tardiness policy.
- I have read and understand the above statement.
07 Employment at the City of Waco Police Department requires that you pass a criminal background check and maintain federally mandated security clearances. Are you able to meet this requirement?
08
Conviction Information: An intensive background check will be performed during the interview process. The following are
automatic disqualifiers. ANY Felony conviction(s)
ANY Class A Misdemeanor conviction(s)
ANY Class B Misdemeanor conviction(s) within the last ten (10) years
ANY Drug-related conviction(s)
ANY Domestic violence-related conviction(s).
- I have read and understand the above statement.
09 If identified as a top candidate, do you agree to a Criminal Background Investigation?
- Yes - I agree.
- No - I do NOT agree.
10 Have you
EVER been convicted of a Felony or class A misdemeanor?
11 Have you
EVER been convicted of a class B Misdemeanor within the last ten (10) years?
12 Are you
currently on deferred adjudication for any Felony, Class A Misdemeanor or Class B Misdemeanor charge?
13 Have you
EVER been convicted of a drug-related offense?
14 Have you
EVER been convicted of a domestic violence-related offense?
15 Have you
EVER been convicted of a Family Violence offense?
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I AM WILLING TO TAKE A DRUG TEST AND UNDERGO A POLYGRAPH AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SCREENING. It is critical that candidates are reliable, clear thinking and capable of performing the necessary tasks asked of them.
Required Question