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Police Clerk And Typist (A-1 Detective's Clerk)

Req ID
2025-28924
Dept
Boston Police Department
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
BPD Area A-1 Station
Salary Min
41,484.16
Salary Max
57,556.21
Union
SU4
Openings
1
Posting End Date
7/16/2025
Contact Email
clarence.thompson@pd.boston.gov

Overview:

This is a provisional appointment. 

 

Reporting to the Commander of the District, or an assigned designee, the Detectives Clerk will be assigned to District A-1 and will work closely and cooperatively with District Detectives to assist with daily functions.

Responsibilities:

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Assigning reports to detectives on a daily basis; typing reports, letters, memorandums, and other correspondence; data entry.
  • Tracking licensed premise violations and inspections.
  • Generating weekly reports based on information logged into the database.
  • Maintaining time and attendance records for Detectives.
  • Answering phone inquiries and giving information to the public; addressing and mailing correspondence; maintaining files and databases.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

  • Applicants must have at least two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, paid professional experience in administrative office work. 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft applications and Google Suite is strongly preferred.  
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. 
  • Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills. 

 

CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK REQUIRED

A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST IS REQUIRED

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

 

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/RL-10

Hours per week: 35

 

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