Records Clerk - Administrative Assistant I

Starting wage for this position is $20.44/hour.

Hours: This part-time position offers scheduling flexibility, with work hours coordinated to meet department needs. There is a 10-12 hour a week commitment or approximately 500-600 hours annually.

A City of Burlington Employment Application form is required to be submitted as part of this position recruitment. This form may be obtained here:

https://www.burlington-wi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1005/Application-for-Employment-Fillable-Form-2026

Complete the application form and upload it as part of the online application. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direction of the Records Custodian, assist in recording, processing and disseminating open records requests in compliance with the State of Wisconsin.
• Review body worn camera and squad fleet footage to identify and make necessary redactions in accordance with legal requirements and departmental policies.
• Maintain meticulous records of redactions made and actions taken for each piece of footage.
• Types, edits, proofreads, assembles, copies, files, processes, and forwards any documents and/or records as required or directed. This includes timely correspondence to other agencies (g.: District Attorney, Public Defender, Human Services, City Attorney, Probation & Parole, Insurance Companies).
• Enters police information and data into the Law Enforcement Records System as directed (e.g. Pro Phoenix RMS system, records module, Axon, TraCs).
• Prepares written replies to correspondence without dictation in accordance with established procedures; responds to inquiries which do not require the supervisor's attention.
• Receives visitors in a kind, courteous, and professional manner. Provides department information in accordance with established policy & procedures.
• Collects and records data of department personnel and activities as prescribed by Chief of police.
• Notify department administration and/or supervisors of incomplete or inadequate reporting from patrol staff and ensure these inadequacies are directed to department supervision.
• Performs routine clerical and administrative work in data entry, data processing, cashiering, answering phones, and receiving the public.
• Maintains clerical work area and equipment in clean and working condition.
• Other office related and clerical duties as required or assigned by Chief of Police.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years of office experience preferred. Prior clerk experience within a law enforcement agency is strongly desired.

Timeline (subject to chage)

1. Applications due Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 12:00p.m.

2. Interviews | November 16 - November 20, 2026

3. Tentative Start Date | December 14, 2026

The City of Burlington is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.