Records Clerk - Administrative Assistant I

Starting wage for this position is $20.44/hour.

Hours: This part-time position offers scheduling flexibility, with work hours coordinated to meet department needs. There is a 10-12 hour a week commitment or approximately 500-600 hours annually.

A City of Burlington Employment Application form is required to be submitted as part of this position recruitment. This form may be obtained here :

https://www.burlington-wi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1005/Application-for-Employment-Fillable-Form-2026

Complete the application form and upload it as part of the online application.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Records Custodian, assist in recording, processing and disseminating open records requests in compliance with the State of Wisconsin.

Review body worn camera and squad fleet footage to identify and make necessary redactions in accordance with legal requirements and departmental policies.

Maintain meticulous records of redactions made and actions taken for each piece of footage.

Types, edits, proofreads, assembles, copies, files, processes, and forwards any documents and/or records as required or directed. This includes timely correspondence to other agencies (g.: District Attorney, Public Defender, Human Services, City Attorney, Probation & Parole, Insurance Companies).

Enters police information and data into the Law Enforcement Records System as directed (e.g. Pro Phoenix RMS system, records module, Axon, TraCs).

Prepares written replies to correspondence without dictation in accordance with established procedures; responds to inquiries which do not require the supervisor's attention.

Receives visitors in a kind, courteous, and professional manner. Provides department information in accordance with established policy & procedures.

Collects and records data of department personnel and activities as prescribed by Chief of police.

Notify department administration and/or supervisors of incomplete or inadequate reporting from patrol staff and ensure these inadequacies are directed to department supervision.

Performs routine clerical and administrative work in data entry, data processing, cashiering, answering phones, and receiving the public.

Maintains clerical work area and equipment in clean and working condition.

Other office related and clerical duties as required or assigned by Chief of Police.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of three years of office experience preferred. Prior clerk experience within a law enforcement agency is strongly desired.

Timeline (subject to chage)

1. Appli cations due Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 12:00p.m.

2. Interviews | November 16 - November 20, 2026

3. Tentative Start Date | December 14, 2026

The City of Burlington is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.