Administrative Clerk

Ravalli CountyHamilton, MT
Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Clerk is a civilian member who possesses all of the requisite knowledge, skills and physical abilities incumbent upon the position. Performs moderately complex, operational and specialized clerical support duties. Duties include a variety of clerical tasks and responsible customer service contacts. The important and essential job function includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to citizens, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision. The Administrative Clerk may perform other related duties and tasks as required, and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have a High School diploma or equivalency
  • Pass oral interview and background investigation
  • Demonstrate proficiency of keyboarding 40 wpm with no more than 5 errors
  • Knowledge and practical application of the function of the personal computer
  • Familiar with computer software programs and applications
  • Functional understanding and previous exposure to modern office equipment and machines
  • Ability to pass RCSO selection process requirements
  • Ability to read and write English
  • Ability to operate office equipment
  • Ability to recognize and count U.S. currency
  • Ability to file alphabetically/numerically
  • Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and citizens
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to operate motor vehicle
  • Ability to maintain accurate logs
  • Ability to follow oral/written directions
  • Ability to communicate tactfully and impartially
  • Ability to concentrate and comprehend
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to reason logically
  • Ability to maintain confidential information
  • Ability to organize thoughts
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Basic mathematical skills
  • Basic keyboarding skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Basic reading comprehension skills
  • Basic telephone skills
  • Basic report interpreting skills
  • Basic interpersonal skills
  • Basic clerical skills
  • Basic technical skills
  • Basic self-discipline
  • Basic practical application skills
  • Basic time management skills
  • Basic organizational skills
  • Basic communication skills
  • Basic public relations skills
  • Knowledge of office supplies
  • Knowledge of RCSO General Orders
  • Knowledge of RCSJO policies/procedures
  • Knowledge of Montana State records management mandates
  • Knowledge of various software applications
  • Knowledge of current CJIN procedures
  • Knowledge of NIBRS reporting codes
  • Knowledge of Montana State Statutes
  • Knowledge of filing systems
  • Knowledge of other government agencies
  • Knowledge of community referral services
  • Knowledge of geographical area
  • Knowledge of dispatch signals, codes and unit identifications
  • Knowledge of city and county ordinances
  • Knowledge of cash handling procedures
  • Knowledge of current events
  • Knowledge of office equipment operations
  • Possession of a valid Montana driver’s license

Nice To Haves

  • One (1) year of clerical experience

Responsibilities

  • Perform data entry
  • Retrieve information/data
  • Perform record searches
  • Compile statistics
  • Prepare public records requests
  • Provide general information
  • Respond to public window walk-ins
  • Respond to telephone inquiries
  • Records retention per State retention laws
  • Prepare/mail correspondence
  • Redact sensitive information as directed
  • Liaison with other agencies
  • Maintain files per office procedures
  • Perform bookkeeping duties
  • Process traffic citation data
  • Maintain computer skills
  • Operate computerized records management system
  • Inventory/requisition supplies and equipment
  • Receive/store materials/office supplies
  • Provide clerical support
  • Process/file sworn reports
  • Represents Ravalli County as directed in meetings and/or approved training
  • Provide information to citizens
  • Maintains confidential information
  • Serve as back-up in other areas of Administration as needed
  • Performs other related duties as required
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