Police Records Technician
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onTower Road Northwest, Elizabeth, Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia, 30061, United States
About the Unit
This position is located within the Cobb County Police Department's GCIC Unit in the Central Records Division. The unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, covering Day, Evening, and Morning shifts to ensure continuous support for law enforcement operations.
About the Role
You will serve as a critical link in the criminal justice information ecosystem, processing and maintaining essential department documents such as police incident reports, criminal investigations, warrants, and impound records. Your work involves verifying data accuracy, coding information, and managing database entries for the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
In this role, you will conduct background and criminal history checks, manage records for missing persons and stolen property, and relay vital information to officers and detectives. You will also act as a primary point of contact for the public, courts, and other agencies, handling record requests, verifying identities, and ensuring the timely release of authorized documents while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Hiring Process
Applicants who successfully meet the initial qualifications will receive an email containing a link to a mandatory data entry and proofreading skills test. This assessment must be completed within three business days of receipt. Failure to complete the assessment within this timeframe will result in disqualification from further consideration for the position.
Equal Opportunity
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Tower Road Northwest, Elizabeth, Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia, 30061, United States
Marietta, Georgia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleEnter and update information in department databases and maintain file records
- check_circleConduct background and criminal history checks using GCIC and NCIC terminals
- check_circleRetrieve and relay information regarding warrants, missing persons, and stolen property
- check_circleAnswer telephones and provide customer service assistance to the public and staff
- check_circleOperate computers and office equipment to enter, retrieve, and modify data
- check_circleProcess records requests from courts, law enforcement, and the general public
- check_circleProcess payments for documents and balance cash drawers
- check_circleCommunicate with supervisors, attorneys, and outside agencies to coordinate work
- check_circleEnsure all activities comply with applicable laws, codes, and department policies
- check_circleReceive, review, and process police incident and criminal investigation reports
- check_circleVerify identities and determine confidentiality before releasing documents
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or GED
- verifiedSix (6) months of experience in clerical and general office work or a related field
- verifiedGCIC Basic Operator certification (or obtain within 6 months of hire)
- verifiedNCIC Basic Operator certification (or obtain within 6 months of hire)
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Gcic Basic Operator, Ncic Basic Operator, Data Entry, Proofreading, Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Database, Presentation, Internet, Email.
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
Frequently asked questions about Police Records Technician at Cobb County Government
What does a Police Records Technician at Cobb County Government do?expand_more
In this Police Records Technician at Cobb County Government role, you will enter and update information in department databases and maintain file records; conduct background and criminal history checks using gcic and ncic terminals; retrieve and relay information regarding warrants, missing persons, and stolen property; and answer telephones and provide customer service assistance to the public and staff.
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To qualify for the Police Records Technician at Cobb County Government position, applicants should have: High school diploma or GED; Six (6) months of experience in clerical and general office work or a related field; GCIC Basic Operator certification (or obtain within 6 months of hire); and NCIC Basic Operator certification (or obtain within 6 months of hire).
Where is the Police Records Technician role at Cobb County Government located?expand_more
Police Records Technician at Cobb County Government is based in Tower Road Northwest, Elizabeth, Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia, 30061, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Cobb County Government has listed this Police Records Technician role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Police Records Technician role?expand_more
Police Records Technician at Cobb County Government typically requires 0.5+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Key skills for Police Records Technician at Cobb County Government include Gcic Basic Operator; Ncic Basic Operator; Data Entry; Proofreading; Word Processing; Spreadsheet; Database; and Presentation.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED required.
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Police Records Technician at Cobb County Government is part of the admin job category on Recrutus.
About Cobb County Government
Cobb County Government operates as a major administrative entity within the Government Administration industry, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. Since its establishment in 1832, the organization has expanded to become one of the largest employers in the region, managing a workforce of over 5,000 individuals. The county serves a population of approximately 787,538 residents across the third-largest county in Georgia, functioning as a key component of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The administration provides a comprehensive range of public services while maintaining competitive compensation packages that include multiple medical options, dental and life insurance, a hybrid pension plan, and access to wellness clinics and fitness centers.
The organization supports a vibrant community characterized by top-performing schools, low property taxes, and extensive recreational facilities. Employees and residents alike benefit from access to outdoor activities such as rafting on the Chattahoochee River and cycling the Silver Comet Trail, alongside cultural venues like the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Situated just 20 minutes from downtown Atlanta, the county offers convenient proximity to major professional sports teams and events. The government entity focuses on fostering professional growth within a setting that combines robust public infrastructure with a high quality of life for its diverse population.
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