Job Details

Salary : $52,596.00 - $63,936.00 Annually
Location : 7100 Garfield Ave. Bell Gardens, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2526-005
Department: Police
Opening Date: 08/11/2025
Closing Date: 8/27/2025 11:59 AM Pacific

Position Details

The City of Bell Gardens Police Department (BGPD) is seeking a highly motivated and public service oriented individual for the position of Police Records Clerk.

Under direct supervision, the Police Records Clerk performs a varied and increasingly responsible law enforcement communication and clerical duties including data entry, typing, report processing, greet and assist the public; other duties as assigned.

The City is only accepting online applications for this recruitment. As such, you must complete and submit an online application and completely answer all supplemental questions to be considered for this position.

Examples of Essential Functions

Receives reports, complaints, and requests for service from the public and City departments both in person and by telephone, and process or dispatch to appropriate division or supervisor; retrieve, process and disseminate reports and information in accordance with all applicable laws, policies, and regulations; process police reports, warrants and subpoenas requests for information from authorized personnel regarding vehicle registration, driving records, warrant information and criminal history information, and provide pertinent data as allowed by law; contact appropriate agencies; operate a computer and other specialized equipment; perform matron duties: search female prisoner (female Police Records Clerk only) and aid in booking of subjects and compile data for reports and maintain files and logs. Compile checks and tabulate statistical data; create charts and tables; classify and distribute reports and information; retrieve files; order and inventory supplies; greet visitors and the general public.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications
Education & Experience
Graduation from high school or its equivalent and two years of general clerical or related experience involving data entry, computer use and public contact. Experience working in law enforcement agency is highly desirable.

Must type at a corrected speed of at least 40 wpm. All applicants must submit with their application a CERTIFICATE OF TYPING PROFICIENCY. Typing certificates must be a 5-minute timed typing certificate noting a net speed (after errors) of 40wpm or more. This certificate must be dated no later than 6 months before the application due date and provided from an accredited school, agency, facility or institution that is deemed acceptable by the City's Human Resources Department.

Other requirements
Must successfully complete a background investigation.
Work Schedule
Full time position. Must be willing to work day, "swing", "graveyard" and rotating shifts, as well as holidays and weekends.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Requires knowledge of office practices, procedures, computers and other commonly used office equipment, specialized computer systems, and specialized equipment, and to learn and interpret complex rules and procedures involved in maintaining police records and files; remain organized and work well under extreme pressure; to quickly and accurately relay information to law enforcement personnel in both routine and emergency situations; search female prisoners (female Police Records Clerk only) for weapons and contraband; familiar with common word processing programs, spell and use correct grammar; follow directions; and work cooperatively with others.

Other Important Information
SELECTION AND EXAMINATION PROCESS
The most qualified applicants who most closely meet the City's needs will be invited to participate in the selection process. Those applicants who successfully complete the evaluation process will be further considered.

Initial appointment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a City paid physical examination, drug screening, background check and verification of U.S. Citizenship or right to work in the United States.

NOTICES

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. This position is subject to and dependent on the continued availability of funds and the manpower needs of the City of Bell Gardens. Selected candidate will be designated as a "Disaster Services Worker" and will be required to submit to an Oath of Office.
CITY OF BELL GARDENS POLICE DEPARTMENT

We are committed to providing the highest level of service to the community, while working with the residents and our members, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and accountability. The Bell Gardens Police Department is comprised of the Communication Center, Gaming Unit, Parking Enforcement, Patrol Unit, Records Unit, and Traffic Unit.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Bell Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the examination components due to a qualified disability, you must inform the Human Resources Division at (562) ###-#### at least 5 days in advance of testing date.

Please contact NEOGOV applicant support at (855) ###-#### for any technical issues when creating an account or submitting an application. Applicant Support Hours: Monday through Friday, 6am - 5pm PST.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.
Health Insurance - 100% City-paid medical (HMO), dental and vision coverage for employee and eligible dependents - a small employee contribution may be required when premium plans are selected. Cafeteria Opt Out for cash available.

Supplemental Insurance - City paid employee assistance program, STD/LTD plans, and life insurance at 1x annual salary (included AD&D).

Retirement - Enrollment in California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Formula dependent upon current PERS membership:

• 2.7% @55 (Tier I Classic Member)
• 2.0% @55 (Tier II Classic Member)
• 2.0% @62 (Tier III /New Member/PEPRA)

Leaves - Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave Plans; along with generous holiday and floating holiday time.
Bilingual Pay - Employees certified as fluent in English/Spanish can receive up to $200 per month.

Educational Incentive -Incentive paid for degree above minimum job requirement as follows: Associate Degree - $100 per month; Bachelor's Degree - $150 per month; Master's Degree - $200 per month.

Tuition Reimbursement -The City reimburses for job-related courses with prior approval and satisfactory completion up to $2,000 per fiscal year.

Deferred Compensation Plan - Employees may defer their eligible income not to exceed legally allowed limits.

Optional Benefits - Supplemental Life / Accidental / Short Term Disability / Cancer Insurance plans available.
01

Are you currently or have you ever been a City of Bell Gardens employee?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a typing certificate with a net corrected speed of at least 40 (WPM) dated within that last 6 months? (To be considered, your typing certificate MUST be attached to your application)

• Yes
• No

03

Successful candidates must undergo a thorough background investigation. Are you willing to undergo a thorough pre-employment character and background investigation?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you willing to work irregular hours including night and weekends, holidays and overtime as may be required?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have two years of general clerical or related experience involving data entry, computer use and public contact?

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe your experience performing clerical duties, including dealing with the public and use of a computer terminal. (Include name of organization, title, and dates of employment)
07

Do you have law enforcement work experience?

• Yes
• No

08

Which of the following best describes your level of completed formal education?

• High School Diploma
• Some College
• Sixty (60) semester units completed of college coursework or more
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

09

If you are successful in completing the testing process, you may be selected to continue in the background process which includes, but is not limited to, a comprehensive investigation, fingerprinting, polygraph examination and credit check. Recent drug use (in the past 12 months, including marijuana), theft, or other illegal activity may disqualify you. Record must be free of any felony conviction and/or any misdemeanor conviction involving moral turpitude. I understand this requirement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question