Law Enforcement Software Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $60,088.56 - $73,056.60 Annually
Location : Main County Campus-3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-SHR-0036-FEB
Department: Sheriff
Division: Sheriff Technical Services
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 7/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
BASIC FUNCTION
Responsible for assisting the public and law enforcement officers in locating information and answering procedural civil and record unit questions. Enters and retrieves information in various law enforcement computer systems. Processes civil and criminal documents, licenses and forms.
Job Duties
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

1. Assists law enforcement personnel and the public, in person and on the telephone, by providing information; answers questions and explain services; confirms criminal justice data in accordance with laws and policies.
2. Enters, maintains and retrieves data in various law enforcement computer systems; creates and updates format, documents and manuals as necessary.
3. Receives, researches, processes and issues permits, licenses, analyzes information for legal forms and reports; reviews documents for accuracy and completeness prior to forwarding to appropriate office; fingerprints citizens and sex offenders as requested.
4. Establishes and maintains office filing system; enters data on office records manually and/or on computer terminal; purges files in accordance with statutes and office policy.
5. Assists with setting up extraditions and cooperative transports; prepares paperwork for service of civil papers; researches and verify information for criminal investigations.
6. Collects fees for licenses and permits; makes change accurately; balances fees.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

1. May set up photomontages for officers as requested.
2. May assist in training other employees.
3. May perform the duties of a Lead Law Enforcement Technician, as peak load or backup support, for limited duration.
4. May order supplies as needed; may help coordinate repairs of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of work experience in an office setting; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Prior law enforcement related experience is preferred. High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate. Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient as per RCW 41.14.100. Minimum 18 years of age, no maximum age. Must pass job related tests.
Special Requirements
Must pass a Civil Service examination, and pre-employment examinations including, but not limited to, a complete background investigation, fingerprinting, criminal record check, and a polygraph examination. A psychological evaluation may also be required.
Proper interpretation of data and information is necessary for the safety of law enforcement officers and preventing the loss of property or physical liberty of citizens. Accepting responsibility for maintaining the integrity of data in law enforcement computer systems is a fundamental requirement, critical to the safety of law enforcement personnel and citizens.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:

• basic knowledge of law enforcement
• computer applications and software
• office equipment, procedures and practices
• English grammar, word usage, spelling and punctuation
• basic math

Ability to:

• communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people regardless of age, sex, social, economic, cultural or ethnic backgrounds, including hostile, angry and distraught individuals
• accurate keyboard, minimum 35 net words per minute
• understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• maintain confidential working information and integrity of data in computer systems
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, staff of other agencies and the public
• read, properly interpret and categorize data rapidly and accurately
• make technical decisions on critical issues in stressful situations
• learn, retain, and explain complex procedures, policies and laws
• be accountable for accuracy of work

Working Conditions
Shift, holiday and weekend work is required.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.
Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Commuting Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
• Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

• Deferred Compensation 457(b)
• Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
• Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

• Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these for medical insurance. The County pays the for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
• Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.

Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's to learn more.
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Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process. A resume may be submitted, but it will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" may not be considered. Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient who can speak, read and write the English language?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you at least 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

05
This position is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays, and it is likely you will be working nights and weekends. Are you willing and able to accept this type of shift?

• Yes
• No

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Which of the following best describes your experience working in an office setting?

• No experience to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

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Briefly explain where you gained your experience in question #6.
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Which of the following best describes your experience working professionally with the general public in person or by phone to provide information or answer questions?

• No experience to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

09
Briefly explain where you gained your experience in question #8.
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Which of the following best describes your experience entering and retrieving data in computer systems?

• No experience to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

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Briefly explain where you gained your experience in question #10.
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Which of the following best describes your experience working with an office filing system containing both manual and computerized records?

• No experience to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

13
Briefly explain where you gained your experience in question #12.
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Which of the following best describes your experience reading and interpreting data and information?

• No experience to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

15
Briefly explain where you gained your experience in question #14.
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This position will require you to undergo a number of pre-employment examinations including but not limited to a comprehensive background investigation, fingerprinting, criminal record check, polygraph examination, and a psychological evaluation. If selected to move forward in this process, do you agree to these special requirements as documented in the job description?

• Yes
• No

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Is all the information you've provided in this questionnaire true and accurate to the best of your knowledge? Do you understand that this information will be verified, and that any misstatement will result in removal from the eligibility list and/or the position if already hired?

• Yes
• No

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