Summary of Job
The City of Verona is seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven professional to join our team as a
Full-Time Police Records Clerk
. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting public safety and serving the community from behind the scenes.
This position primarily works a daytime schedule, typically
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Ideal candidates are those who can adapt to a variety of shifts, including occasional evenings and weekends, to help meet the needs of a 24/7 public safety operation.
Role
As a Police Records Clerk, you’ll be at the heart of our department’s daily operations. In this role, you will:
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Maintain and manage official police records with accuracy and confidentiality
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Serve as a key communication hub by operating the police radio base station and answering incoming calls
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Perform a wide range of complex clerical and legal support tasks essential to police services
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Provide critical administrative support that helps officers and staff serve the community effectively
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is committed to professionalism and public service. Flexibility, reliability, and excellent communication skills are highly valued.
Join us and make a meaningful impact in keeping Verona organized, responsive, and safe.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
The Police Records Clerk performs a variety of administrative, records management, and customer service functions that support daily department operations. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate and confidential records, transcribing voice dictation, and assisting with communications and documentation.
This role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to apply policies and procedures to both routine and complex situations. The position also involves adapting to changing priorities, improving workflows, and completing clerical and administrative tasks efficiently and accurately.
Qualifications
To Qualify, applicant:
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Must be a U.S. citizen
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Must have obtained a High school diploma or GED
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Must have no criminal or arrest history that is substantially related to the duties of the position
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Must have demonstrated the ability to perform administrative and records management functions with accuracy and confidentiality
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Must have proficiency in basic computer applications, including word processing, data entry, and document transcription
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Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a professional office environment
Additional Information
Compensation & Benefits
Starting pay ranges from
$22.67 per hour
for candidates without direct experience to
$30.49 per hour,
depending upon qualifications and prior experience. The City of Verona offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, Social Security, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System.
Selection Process
Our hiring process is designed to identify candidates who are detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to public service. It may include:
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Skills assessment* (Microsoft Word, Outlook, typing, customer service, and transcription)
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Oral interview(s)**
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Background and character investigation
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Medical exam, psychological evaluation, and drug screening
A
12-month probationary period
is required for this position.
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Selected candidates may be invited to attend a two-hour Assessment session on May 6, 11, or 12, 2026 to demonstrate job-related skills. Specific dates and times will be coordinated individually with each candidate.
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Candidates who advance in the process may be invited to participate in a panel interview on May 20, 2026. Interview times will be scheduled individually.
The City of Verona offers a comprehensive benefits package.
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Have you ever been cited or charged with ANY law violation; including felony, misdemeanor, ordinance, or traffic law violations, other than parking tickets?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question regarding citations or charges, please explain: the date (approximate dates may be listed), location, charge/violation, and disposition of the case. If you answered "No" to the previous question, indicate "N/A."
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Indicate Your Highest Level Of Education
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High School / GED
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60+ Hours of college credit (no degree)
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Associate's Degree
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Bachelor's Degree
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Master's Degree
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Doctoral Degree
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Do you have the experience, skill, knowledge, and ability to use a computer for word processing?
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Yes - I have 5+ years of experience.
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Yes - I have 2 to 5 years of experience.
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Yes - I have less than two years of experience.
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I have the skill, knowledge, and ability, but no experience.
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No - I do not have the skill, knowledge, ability, or experience.
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Do you have the experience, skill, knowledge, and ability to enter data into a database program?
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Yes - I have 5+ years of experience.
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Yes - I have 2 to 5 years of experience
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Yes - I have less than 2 years of experience.
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I have the skill, knowledge, and ability, but no experience.
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I do not have the skill, knowledge, ability, or experience.
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Do you have the experience, skill, knowledge, and ability to transcribe recorded dictation into a written document?
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Yes - I have 5+ years of experience.
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Yes - I have 2 to 5 years of experience.
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Yes - I have less than 2 years of experience.
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I have the skill, knowledge, and ability, but no experience.
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I do not have the skill, knowledge, ability, or experience.
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Do you have the experience, skill, knowledge, and ability to provide clerical and business office transactions?
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Yes - I have 5+ years of experience.
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Yes - I have 2 to 5 years of experience.
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Yes - I have less than 2 years of experience.
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I have the skill, knowledge, and ability, but no experience.
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I do not have the skill, knowledge, ability, or experience.
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Are you available to work on weekends?
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Do you currently use alcoholic beverages?
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If no, have you ever used alcoholic beverages?
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If you answered "Yes" to either of the previous two questions, please describe your current and/or previous use of alcoholic beverages, including the date of last use. If you answered "No" to both questions above, indicate "N/A."
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Do you currently use marijuana?
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If no, have you ever used marijuana?
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If you answered "Yes" to either of the previous two questions, please describe your current and/or previous use of marijuana, including the date of last use. If you answered "No" to both questions above, indicate "N/A."
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Do you currently use non-prescription illegal drugs, such as opiates, heroin, cocaine, ecstasy, and/or methamphetamines?
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If no, have you ever used non-prescription illegal drugs, such as opiates, heroin, cocaine, ecstasy, and/or methamphetamines?
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If you answered "Yes" to either of the previous two questions, please describe your current and/or previous use of non-prescription illegal drugs, including the date of last use. If you answered "No" to both questions above, indicate "N/A."
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Prior to hiring, an applicant tentatively selected will be required to submit to the following examinations: vision, hearing, medical, psychological, and drug screen by a physician and psychologist of the City's choice at City expense. Will you consent to such examinations?
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Are you now, or have you ever been involved (as an adult) as a plaintiff, defendant, petitioner or respondent, in any civil court action?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question regarding civil court action, please explain: the date, location, name of court, circumstances, and disposition. If you answered "No" to the previous question, indicate "N/A."
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As an adult, have you ever had ANY contact with a police agency?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question regarding having ANY contact with a police agency, please list the following: date, location, circumstances, and police agency involved. If you have never had ANY contact with a police agency, indicate "N/A."
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Do you know of any reason why you would not be able to perform (with reasonable accommodation) any job-related task or function as specified in the job description?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question regarding a reason(s) you would not be able to perform any job-related task or function, please explain. If you answered "No," indicate "N/A."
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I understand if I am selected as a finalist for this position, a panel interview will be scheduled for May 20, 2026. I will be available on this date.
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I certify, to the best of my knowledge, this application is true and complete. I understand that any misstatement forfeits my consideration for employment for the position for which I am applying, and may affect future consideration for other positions in the department.
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Agree
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Disagree
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