What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLERK TYPIST I-IV (POLICE RECORDS TECHNICIAN) position at City of Long Beach?
Applications are being accepted beginning Friday, August 21, 2026, through 4:30 pm, Friday, September 4, 2026.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
Police Records Technician – Currently there are six (6) Grade level III vacancies in the Records Division. This position may be required to work nights or graveyard shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasionally flex hours.
SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I - $19.026 - $25.763 Hourly
Grade II - $20.491 - $27.795 Hourly
Grade III - $22.067 - $30.179 Hourly
Grade IV - $23.751 - $32.460 Hourly
Under supervision, Clerk performs increasingly difficult and responsible clerical duties. Types forms, memos and correspondence; Establishes and maintains alpha, numeric and chronological files; Operates office machines; Makes mathematical computations; Interprets and applies departmental policies and procedures; Acts as receptionist by screening calls, receiving visitors and providing answers to inquiries; Opens and distributes mail; Interfaces with other departments, the public, vendors, and outside agencies in person or by telephone; Collects, disperses, deposits, and balances monies; Creates charts, graphs and forms; Takes inventory; May compose correspondence, write desk manuals, compile information, and prepare reports; May assist with interviewing, hiring, evaluating, or disciplining subordinates; May train and assign subordinates; Performs other related duties as assigned.
A Keyboarding Skill Certificate from an approved government, employment, or training agency recognized by the Civil Service department and obtained within the last 12 months displaying ability to type at a minimum net speed of 40 wpm (proof required)*. The Human Resources Department continues to accept and receive a 5-minute keyboarding skills certificate obtained online during the past 12 months.
Typing Certificate Resources
Positions in the Police Department require the ability to pass a thorough background investigation.
Some positions may require working nights or graveyard shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasionally flex hours.
A valid driver’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to file alphabetically and numerically;
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations;
• Ability to correct errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation;
• Ability to deal courteously with the public, both in person and on the telephone;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to type accurately on a personal computer at a minimum net speed of 30 wpm.
Police Department: Ability to understand law enforcement practices and basic operations of police record functions, police procedures, rules, regulations, terminology and law enforcement codes; the processes related to the release of data and reports to the public and other agencies; the ability to interpret the Rules and Regulations of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) is desired for positions in the Records Division.
Bilingual/biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) is desired for some positions.
Some positions may require working nights or graveyard shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasionally flex hours.
A valid driver’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to file alphabetically and numerically;
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations;
• Ability to correct errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation;
• Ability to deal courteously with the public, both in person and on the telephone;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to type accurately on a personal computer at a minimum net speed of 30 wpm.
Police Department: Ability to understand law enforcement practices and basic operations of police record functions, police procedures, rules, regulations, terminology and law enforcement codes; the processes related to the release of data and reports to the public and other agencies; the ability to interpret the Rules and Regulations of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) is desired for positions in the Records Division.
Bilingual/biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) is desired for some positions.
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application Packet................................................................................Qualifying
Occupational Written Examination....................................................100%
A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veteran’s DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.) Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact (562) 570-7008.
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here:www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.
Application Packet................................................................................Qualifying
Occupational Written Examination....................................................100%
A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veteran’s DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.) Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact (562) 570-7008.
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here:www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
JOB: D04AN-26 CT:VD HR Approval 6/01/26
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