Police Operations Assistant 1

This position is responsible for performing routine clerical duties for a section or division in the Metropolitan Police Department (MNPD).

***These positions are all shift work with off days being weekdays (not Saturday and Sunday).

***All positions in the MNPD require an extensive background check.

***Please Note: If you have previously applied for this position within six (6) months, you do not need to re-apply to be considered. ***

Typical Duties:

• Creates, organizes, searches, and maintains confidential files and records.
• Issues licenses and permits and collects fees/ or fines.
• Makes routine posting of entries.
• Collects and maintains evidence inventory.
• Compiles, checks and processes reports, documents, and forms.
• Answers correspondence from various sources.
• Answers inquiries by phone and in person.
• May compile data for statistical, financial, or narrative reports.
• May perform routine arithmetical computations.
• May answer and relay radio calls.
• May order and stock office supplies.
• Verifies and enters data into computer.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply .

Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge using Microsoft Office products.