Ariana Taylor
Sparks
Summary
Experienced law enforcement records and administrative professional with over 10 years in police records management, criminal justice databases, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in managing confidential information, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with law enforcement and court personnel. Committed to delivering professional service and effectively handling high-volume, time-sensitive workloads.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Records Specialist
Reno Police Department
Reno, NV
12.2024 - Current
- Processed, reviewed, scanned, validated, and maintained police reports, arrests, warrants, citations, subpoenas, criminal histories, and related records to ensure accurate and accessible documentation.
- Prepare and release records while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and department procedures.
- Process entries and inquiries involving warrants, wanted persons, stolen vehicles, property, firearms, and missing persons.
- Research criminal histories and prior cases and provide information to law enforcement personnel and authorized agencies.
- Coordinate records, criminal filings, subpoenas, and court documentation between law enforcement, courts, attorneys, and other agencies.
- Respond professionally to public records requests and inquiries from the public, government employees, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies.
- Coordinated records, criminal filings, subpoenas, and court documentation among law enforcement, courts, attorneys, and other agencies to facilitate efficient information flow.
- Responded professionally to public records requests and inquiries from the public, government employees, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies, enhancing transparency and trust.
- Monitor outstanding warrants, process teletypes, and distribute cases to appropriate divisions for investigation.
Property & Evidence Technician
Pittsburg Police Department
Pittsburg, CA
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed receipt, entry, security, release, and disposal of property and evidence per department procedures, ensuring compliance and integrity.
- Maintained comprehensive chain-of-custody documentation, securing required signatures for evidence transfers to uphold legal standards.
- Coordinated evidence submissions to county laboratories and efficiently processed returned evidence to facilitate investigations.
- Assisted attorneys and authorized personnel with evidence review and maintained secure evidence storage.
Police Records Clerk
Pittsburg Police Department
Pittsburg, CA
03.2018 - 06.2023
- Maintained electronic and paper police records and processed record requests, citations, and reports.
- Conducted database queries, entries, modifications, cancellations, and DOJ validations.
- Performed Live Scan/fingerprinting and scanned paper records into electronic systems.
- Delivered front-counter and telephone service to public, law enforcement agencies, and government personnel, facilitating effective communication and support.
- Routed reports to the District Attorney's Office and assisted civilians with crime reporting.
- Contacted owners of recovered stolen vehicles and coordinated notifications, aiding in the return of property to rightful owners.
Case Information Specialist
Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office
Phoenix, AZ
02.2012 - 07.2017
- Reviewed medical records, prepared death certificates according to state and federal requirements, and maintained chain-of-custody documentation.
- Maintained confidential records, inventories, evidence, and documentation involving decedents and medical examiner cases.
- Coordinated scheduling for five surgeons, optimizing daily administrative operations.
- Facilitated personnel and resource coordination for crime scenes, ensuring efficient decedent processing.
- Maintained OSHA forklift certification while safely handling evidence and materials, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Las Lomas High School
Walnut Creek, CASkills
- Criminal information systems
- Criminal justice databases
- Local Law Enforcement Records Management Systems
- National Law Enforcement Information Systems
- NIBRS
- DOJ Validation Systems
- Digital Records Management
- Live Scan / Fingerprinting Systems
- Case management systems
- Court and law support
- Confidential records handling
- Evidence transportation
- Court operations support
Timeline
Police Records Specialist
Reno Police Department
12.2024 - Current
Property & Evidence Technician
Pittsburg Police Department
06.2023 - 11.2023
Police Records Clerk
Pittsburg Police Department
03.2018 - 06.2023
Case Information Specialist
Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office
02.2012 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Las Lomas High School