Record's Technician - Sheriff's Office; Jail

Overview

Job Posting End Date:
February 3, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $42,619 to $50,065 ($20.49 to $24.07 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance. This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 02/03/2026 in order to be considered.

Join the Anoka County Sheriffs Office (ACSO), where every day our members follow our mission "To protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust." We invite you to consider joining these public safety professionals as a Records Technician. This position performs a variety of duties which include preparation and transcription of investigative documents and the accurate maintenance of records.

They also assist the public with inquiries on the status of records, bail fees, and general information as it relates to the Sheriffs Office.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.

• Salary: $42,619 to $50,065 ($20.49 to $24.07 per hour).
• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 26- LELS 567: $42,619 to $57,512 ($20.49 to $27.65 per hour). 2026 salary ranges to be determined pending ratification of labor agreement.
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at the benefits information.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

• This position will work at the Anoka County Jail, 325 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303.
• Expected work hours are Tuesday – Saturday 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Schedule may vary based on business needs and at supervisor discretion.

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Records Technician.

• Answer telephones and handle inquiries from the general public, attorneys, domestic abuse victims, and law enforcement agencies.
• Interpret and disseminate data to law enforcement agencies and the general public.
• Input various types of information into the law enforcement records system.
• Interpret information accurately and consistently from a variety of sources including law enforcement officers, and other counties and states.
• Disseminate information only after taking into consideration data privacy laws.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Possess or able to obtain within six months of hire a Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and/or Criminal Justice Information Services certification.
• Must be able to credibly testify in a court of law.
• Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• One year of full-time related clerical experience which includes heavy word processing.
• Experience in law enforcement, corrections, or legal environment.
• Current BAC/CJIS certification.
• Knowledge of generally accepted office procedures and laws governing data practices.
• Knowledge of Minnesota Offense Codes, BAC, Odyssey, CJIS, Criminal Justice Reporting System (CJRS), and National Crime Center (NCIC).
• Able to organize, prioritize, and coordinate workflows.
• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruption.

No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriffs Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriffs Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).

• Standard office environment.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades, and brightness.
• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
• Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work.
• Occasional lifting of 10-20 lbs.
• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified…