Police Records Specialist (Administrative Support II)

The highly rated Lake Oswego Police department is seeking a full time Police Records Specialist to join a team of committed professionals who strive to provide excellent customer service. This position is an excellent opportunity for candidates with first-rate clerical skills and experience with Police Records.The Police Records Specialist performs office tasks associated with the entry, retrieval, and maintenance of police records. The position is represented by the Lake Oswego Municipal Employees’ Association.  

This position is full-time (40 hours a week) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.

• Classifies, sorts, indexes, and codes police reports.
• Creates, updates and monitors numerous record keeping systems related to the processing of information on criminal activity and individuals.
• Transcribes police reports, correspondence, and other law enforcement documents; enters police reports and warrant information into computer systems.
• Processes various computer checks for information.
• Assists and/or processes records release requests.
• Answers telephones, responds to inquiries and requests from other law enforcement agencies, attorneys, courts, and the general public.
• Maintains complex departmental filing system according to established regulations.
• Operates and maintains a metro law enforcement computer system.
• Maintains proper inventories of supplies, ordering necessary supplies through established department procedures.
• May perform standard bookkeeping or purchase processing tasks. 
• Assists the public at the counter in the disbursement or release of routine accident and police reports.

Important - read to the bottom of the posting for required attachment instructions

Qualified candidates must obtain Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) Certification (within two months of hire date), demonstrate proficiency in the use of the Regional Joint Informational Network (RegJIN) system, In-Code computer system, and will also need to become familiar with various other computer programs.  

Additionally, qualified candidates will have a minimum one year of  office experience, preferably involving public and police operations contact; be able to type 60 WPM, be able to interpret, and follow detailed written and oral instructions; learn assigned tasks readily and follow prescribed routines; be able to write legibly and make simple arithmetical computations with a reasonable degree of accuracy; be able to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the general public.  

In addition, applicants must pass a thorough background investigation with no criminal convictions and pass a post-offer psychological screening. This position is subject to mandatory participation in electronic funds transfer (EFT) for payment of net wages (i.e., Direct Deposit or PayCard).

For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at www.ci.oswego.or.us.

Annual Pay range (non-exempt): $58,616 - $74,862

Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, PERS employee pick up, and VEBA contribution.

Bilingual Pay: Employees who can speak and/or write a language listed in the top five (5) most common languages spoken in the Lake Oswego School District, may be eligible for three percent (3%) bilingual pay.

Application Process: You may visit our web site at www.ci.oswego.or.us to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. The City application must be submitted by: 5:00 P.M., Sunday, September 6, 2026

Applications will be evaluated for minimum qualifications beginning Monday, September 7, 2026. Tentatively, interviews will be held during the week of September 14, 2026.

**Important** I acknowledge and understand that in order to be considered for employment with the Lake Oswego Police Department, I must also complete and attach the supplemental questionnaire form called “Pre Employment Profile.” 

Please complete the questionnaire (link below) and then attach the document to your on-line application. You must complete this step before you certify and submit your application.

Link: Police Pre Employment Questionnaire

Upload your completed Pre-Employment Profile form in the Attachments section of your online application.

If you have questions regarding this step of the process, please feel free to call Human Resources at 503-534-4244.