Police Records Technician I

Salary: $16.76 Hourly

Closing Date: 8/3/2026

Position Summary:

Performs specialized clerical and public contact functions in the maintenance, compilation and dissemination of complex police records for the Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD).

Essential Functions:

• Assists public and officers either on the phone or over the counter by providing information and assistance regarding requests for information for accident reports, background checks and copies of reports, vehicle releases and related data; gathers information needed to respond to inquiries provides information specific questions which requires distinguishing between, and consideration of, sensitive/protected/confidential and public information and may require understanding or interpretation/explanation of legal documents and status; refers matters requiring legal interpretation to supervisor for resolution; may direct the public to appropriate agency to pay for ticket, file report or restraining orders, etc.

• Collects fees, issues receipts, balances and reconciles fees collected at end of each day; compiles numerical counts and routine statistical data to provide input to work production reports or official statistical reports.

• Performs basic clerical and administrative duties in accordance with LCPD procedures and City policy, including data entry, record keeping, preparing and processing various documents, pulling and maintaining files; receives, verifies, categorizes and enters data into the computer tracking systems; prepares and processes reports; reviews documents and data for compliance and accuracy; maintains and updates departmental files and records; prepares documents for filing.

• Enters and retrieves confidential law enforcement data from the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and New Mexico Crime Information Center (NMCIC) computer systems; updates Uniform Crime Reporting Program database; performs queries of information on computerized criminal justice information systems for background checks, rap sheets, etc.; compares information and verifies correctness of information.

• May train new employees on desk rotation.

Requirements:

• Equivalent to a High School diploma AND one (1) year of clerical or customer service experience.
• A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. Must demonstrate accurate typing & word processing skills.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation.
• NCIC/NMCIC certification must be obtained within six months of hire.
• Additional technical certifications and training may be required for some incumbents in this job class.