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Administrative Specialist I-BU (Auto Theft Team)

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City of Seattle

Aug 28

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Customer Relations
    People, HR & Administration
  • Seattle

AI generated summary

  • You need 1 year of clerical experience, know police record guidelines, answer multi-line phones, and have MS Office skills. Must lift 30 lbs, pass a background check, and work rotating shifts.
  • You will handle phone calls, process reports for stolen and repossessed vehicles, access law enforcement databases, and manage filing and retrieval of police reports.

Requirements

  • Required Qualifications: The equivalent of one-year clerical support experience (or a combination of education, training, and/or experience which provides evidence of the ability to perform the work of the class).
  • Desired Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of police state and federal guidelines relating to access and dissemination of police records.
  • Knowledge of police functions, procedures, computer techniques and codes.
  • Experience answering multi-line phones.
  • Experience with Microsoft Outlook, voicemail and intermediate skills in Microsoft Word and Excel programs.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and handle a variety of tasks and assignments in a timely manner.
  • Must be team oriented and possess a positive work ethic.
  • The ability to exercise good judgment, organize workload, problem solve, and provide good customer service.
  • Ability to work independently; follow moderately complex oral and written instruction; and change work priorities frequently.
  • Must be able to lift to waist and overhead up to 25 pounds and be able to carry boxes weighing up to 30 pounds.
  • Must be detail oriented and very thorough and be able to pass a keyboarding test at 35 WPM and successfully complete a Police background investigation.
  • Position Requirements:
  • Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts (day, swing, weekends and/or holidays).
  • Pass a Seattle Police Department Background Investigation.
  • Must perform work on-site. No remote work option is available for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Answer phone calls from citizens, law enforcement detectives, officers, personnel, court personnel, tow companies, vehicle repossession companies and insurance companies.
  • Process police reports relating to stolen, recovered, impounded, and repossessed vehicles.
  • Access various law enforcement databases for information utilized in processing police reports.
  • File and retrieve police reports.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

No, there is no remote work option available for this position; it requires on-site work.

What are the working hours for this position?

The Auto Theft Team operates 7 days a week with two shifts: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM and 2:00 PM – 11:30 PM.

Is this position full-time?

Yes, this is a full-time (1.0 FTE) regular position.

What is the salary range for this position?

The full salary range for this position is $31.07 - $34.63 per hour.

Is there any specific physical requirement for this position?

Yes, candidates must be able to lift up to 25 pounds to waist and overhead and carry boxes weighing up to 30 pounds.

What qualifications are required for this job?

The equivalent of one year of clerical support experience or a combination of education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work is required.

What type of experience is preferred for applicants?

Desired qualifications include knowledge of police state and federal guidelines, experience answering multi-line phones, and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Does this position require passing a background investigation?

Yes, candidates must pass a Seattle Police Department Background Investigation.

What benefits does the City of Seattle offer for this position?

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

How can candidates apply for this position?

Candidates can apply online at www.seattle.gov/jobs and should refer to Job Number: 2024-01077.

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