Police Records Technician

Salary: $18.78 - $27.23 Hourly Location : Police Station - Administration, 205 West McDermott Dr., Allen, TX Job Type: Full Time Department: POLICE Opening Date: 05/22/2026 Closing Date: 6/19/2026 5:00 PM CentralDESCRIPTIONHIRING RANGE: $18.77 - $23.00 HourlyFULL SALARY RANGE: $18.77 - $27.22 HourlyThis posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.Join the City of Allen-a vibrant community of over 100,000 residents where strong economic growth, excellent schools, and an exceptional quality of life make it a great place to live, work, and play. Our mission is simple: "To achieve excellence in managing community development and city services, continually enhancing the quality of life and public confidence." At the City of Allen, our employees bring the PRIDE values to life: People First- Prioritizing others Respect- Treating everyone with courtesy and dignity Integrity- Serving with honesty and trust Deliver- Following through and exceeding expectations Excel- Driving innovation and continuous improvement We do Work thatMATTERS! Join a team that serves our community and makes a real impact every day. Learn more about the City of Allen at allentx.gov. The purpose of this position is to protect and serve the property and citizens of the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the Police records system. Other duties may include preparing reports, providing customer service and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSThe following duties ARE NOTintended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Maintains Police record system by entering data, including criminal records, arrest reports, incident reports, field interview cards and accident reports into the Police record system and by registering sex offenders, including DPS paperwork and notification of schools, newspapers and other relevant agencies as appropriate. Prepares reports by disseminating reports to proper divisions and departments, making copies for newspapers and front board and making copies of accident reports to be sent to Austin. Provides customer service by answering questions regarding criteria for open records requests, accident report requests and criminal history checks, searching for requested information and communicating with City attorneys for information. JOB REQUIREMENTSEducation & ExperienceWork requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: High School diploma or equivalent with no prior relevant work experience. Certification and Other Requirements Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Clear criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen Physical Demands and Work Environment Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Hours/Work ScheduleThis is a full-time non-exempt position with benefits.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONIneligibility and Disqualifiers List:The following conditions may result in an applicant being permanently disqualified or deemed ineligible for hire for a specific period of time. These standards are established in accordance with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and include, but are not limited to, the circumstances listed below. Ineligibility CriteriaNon-U.S. CitizenshipApplicants who are not citizens of the United States are ineligible for hire. Eligibility may be reconsidered upon lawful acquisition of U.S. citizenship in accordance with federal and state laws. Class B Misdemeanor Convictions or AdmissionsApplicants who have been convicted of, or admitted to, conduct that constitutes a Class B misdemeanor under state law or its federal or UCMJ equivalent within the last ten (10) years will be temporarily disqualified. Offenses involving moral turpitude may result in permanent disqualification and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Note: A person is considered convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude or a felony if a court has entered a finding of guilt or the individual has entered a plea of guilty, regardless of whether: The sentence was probated or deferred, The case was later dismissed, The person was released from penalties or disabilities, or A pardon was granted (unless for proof of innocence). Felony or Class A Misdemeanor Convictions or AdmissionsAny conviction or admission to conduct constituting a Class A misdemeanor or a felony under state, federal, or UCMJ law results in permanent disqualification. Applicants with pending criminal charges for any offense are ineligible for employment consideration. DWI/DUI ConvictionsAn applicant convicted of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within ten (10) years preceding the application date, or during the hiring process, will be temporarily disqualified. Eligibility may be restored once ten years have passed from the date of conviction. Court-Ordered Community Supervision or ProbationApplicants who have been on court-ordered community supervision or probation for an offense above a Class B misdemeanor at any time, or for a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten (10) years, are temporarily disqualified. Eligibility resumes after the ten-year period has expired from the date of the court order. English Language ProficiencyApplicants must be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently. Ineligibility remains in effect until this requirement is met. Inability to Perform Essential Job FunctionsApplicants who are unable to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, are ineligible until they meet the required functional standards of the role. Failure to Obtain a Texas Driver's LicenseApplicants must be able to obtain a Texas driver's license within the timeframe specified by the Texas Transportation Code. Ineligibility remains until this requirement is satisfied. Disqualifying CriteriaThese conditions may result in either temporary or permanent disqualification. Final determinations will be made by the Chief of Police or an authorized designee. Illegal Drug Use and Substance AbuseApplicants who have admitted to using marijuana or any derivative within the last three (3) years are temporarily disqualified. Applicants who have abused legally obtained prescription medications or used prescription medications prescribed to another person may be either temporarily or permanently disqualified. These cases are reviewed individually, with consideration given to the circumstances and frequency of misuse. Applicants who have unlawfully used or possessed any felony-level controlled substance under the Texas Controlled Substances Act-including, but not limited to, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and THC oil/vape products-will be permanently disqualified. If the use occurred before the applicant's 25th birthday, a waiting period of ten (10) years from the last use is required. For example, an individual who used cocaine at age 20 would be eligible to apply at age 30. Applicants with a history of inhaling solvents, paints, or similar products after age 17 will be disqualified. Limited use as a juvenile (once or twice) may be considered acceptable. Applicants who have used illegal anabolic steroids after 1991 will be disqualified. Driving RecordApplicants will be temporarily disqualified if they have more than three (3) moving violations or preventable accidents within the preceding thirty-six (36) months, or if they have a conviction for reckless driving within the preceding sixty (60) months. Additional disqualifying factors may include lesser but serious driving violations that demonstrate unsafe driving habits inconsistent with the operation of emergency vehicles and which present liability concerns. Reapplication may be considered once the applicant's driving history meets acceptable standards. Employment Dismissal or MisconductApplicants who have been dismissed or have resigned in lieu of dismissal due to inefficiency, delinquency, or misconduct will be permanently disqualified. Each case is reviewed individually for final determination. Tattoo Policy:Tattoos may be visible on the arms, but each must be approved prior to wearing short sleeves while in uniform. Tattoos that are not approved must be covered with long sleeves; the use of bandages, covers, or wraps to conceal tattoos is not permitted. Tattoos are not allowed on the hands, neck, face, or head. To review the complete tattoo policy, please visit the department's official website. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed. Jump into a full-time role (40 hours/week) with the City of Allen and enjoy a benefits package designed to support you at work and in life! You'll receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, basic and optional life insurance, long-term disability, accrued vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, TMRS retirement with a 2-to-1 city match, a 457 deferred compensation plan, and longevity bonuses. All City employees also have free access to recreation centers, including: Plus, enjoy wellness challenges, book clubs, LinkedIn Learning, foodie groups, education assistance, CPR & Stop the Bleed training, leadership essentials, safety training, City Suite Event Center tickets, city conferences, health fairs, walking clubs, safety golf tournaments, possible hybrid or flexible schedules, and many more employee perks! Find out more about our full benefits package at Join the City of Allen and be part of Work that MATTERS!-apply today and make a real impact in your community while growing, learning, and thriving! 01 In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application.Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application "Incomplete", so please be thorough in answering the questions.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below. YesNo02 Are you a citizen of the United States? YesNo03 Are you currently employed by or have you worked for the City of Allen in the past? YesNo04 Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed: High School Diploma or GEDSome CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higherNone of the above05 How many years of relevant experience do you have? (All relevant experience must be listed on the application.) 4 or more years3 - 4 years1 - 2 yearsLess than one yearNo experience06 Do you have any criminal charges pending? YesNo07 Do you currently have any outstanding warrants? YesNo08 Have you been convicted, plead guilty or received deferred adjudication for more than three moving violations in the preceding 36 months or a reckless driving conviction in the preceding 60 months? YesNo09 Have you ever been convicted of, plead guilty (nolo contendere), or been on court-ordered community service/probation or deferred adjudication for a Class A misdemeanor or a felony in this state, other state or while serving in the military? YesNo10 During the last ten (10) years, have you been convicted of, plead guilty (nolo contendere) to, been on court-ordered community service/probation or deferred adjudication for a Class B misdemeanor in this state, another state, or while serving in the military? YesNo11 Have you ever been convicted of or received deferred adjudication of an offense of family violence? YesNo12 Have you ever been convicted or received deferred adjudication in the past 10 years of the offense Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and/or Driving Under the Influence (DUI)? YesNo13 Have you had a military court-martial that resulted in a dishonorable, bad conduct discharge, or any other less than honorable? YesNo14 Have you used Marijuana, or any derivative, within 3 years of the date of this application? YesNo15 Have you ever sold any type of illegal narcotic or drug? YesNo16 Have you used or possessed any felony level drug (example: Heroin, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, etc.), or any controlled substance listed in the prior to your 25th birthday? This includes the use of THC oils/vaping. YesNo17 I acknowledge that if I answered "Yes" to the question above, I must wait 10 years from the last time I used a felony level drug to be eligible for this position. For example, if you used cocaine when you were 20 years of age, you would need to wait until you were 30 years of age to apply. YesNoNot applicable18 Have you used or possessed any felony level drug (example: Heroin, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, etc.), or any controlled substance listed in the after your 25th birthday? This includes the use of THC oils/vaping. YesNo19 Have you used illegal anabolic steroids after 1991? YesNo20 Do you have any history of inhaling any solvents, paints, or similar products over 17 years of age? YesNo21 Do you have any body modifications to include split or forked tongue, stretched holes in ears, or foreign objects inserted under the skin to create a design or pattern? YesNo22 Do you have any tattoos, permanent body art or brands on your hands, neck, and/or face? Please review the Allen Police Departments policy on standards to determine eligibility. YesNo23 Do you have a current and valid Texas Driver's License? YesNo24 If you do not currently hold a valid Texas Driver's License, are you able to obtain one prior to employment? YesNoNot applicable25 I acknowledge that I will be required to pass the CJIS and fingerprint check and have the ability to comply with state and federal requirements for standards. YesNoRequired Question