Posted on June 5, 2026
TOWN OF BERLIN
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Administrative Services Coordinator – Police Department
Starting Salary Range Grade 8 – Step 1 $23.65/hr. to Step 8 $26.76/hr. DOQ
Full Time with Benefits (Full Job Description Attached)
Essential Functions: The Administrative Services Coordinator serves as the primary administrative support professional for the Berlin Police Department, providing advanced administrative, records management, budget, grant, and public service support. This position is responsible for processing and maintaining police records, coordinating criminal justice reporting, assisting with budget preparation and tracking, administering grants, supporting accreditation efforts, managing records retention requirements, and providing administrative support to the Chief of Police and command staff. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, maintain strict confidentiality, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and be proficient in modern office technology and records management systems. This position works a standard 40-hour workweek, with occasional evening, weekend, holiday, or overtime hours required to support departmental operations, meetings, training, and special events.
Education and Licensing: A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required. An Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Office Administration, or a related field is preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of higher education requirements. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record. Must successfully complete and maintain a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification, including MILES/NCIC access, within six (6) months of employment. Maryland Notary Public certification is preferred or may be obtained at the Town’s expense.
Experience: Knowledge of modern office practices, records management principles, business communications, customer service practices, and municipal government operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint is required. Experience with law enforcement records management systems, CJIS regulations, MILES/NCIC operations, UCR/NIBRS reporting requirements, grant administration, and municipal budgeting is preferred. Knowledge of records retention requirements, public information laws, criminal justice data security standards, and accreditation processes is desirable. Ability to maintain confidential information, prepare accurate reports and correspondence, organize complex filing systems, perform detailed administrative work, communicate effectively, and establish positive working relationships with coworkers, public officials, outside agencies, and members of the public. Ability to successfully complete a favorable pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Closing Day: Sunday, June 28, 2026, or until filled. For planning purposes, we are tentatively intending to hold interviews for this position between July 6 and July 9.
Apply: Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a confidential application directly to the Berlin Police Department. Applications will not be accepted through the Town of Berlin website. Applicants must complete the Berlin Police Department employment application, which is available on the Department’s website here.
Completed applications may be submitted in person, mailed to the Berlin Police Department at 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811, or emailed as directed on the Department’s website. Due to the additional information and documentation required for police department positions, applicants should not use the Town of Berlin employment application available on this webpage.
The Town of Berlin is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/V/D).
For questions, to obtain a paper application, or for additional information, please contact the Berlin Police Department at (410) 641-1333 or visit the Department at 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811.
Additional information and application materials are available at: Berlin Police Department Applications.
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