INMATE RECORDS CLERK

The GEO Group • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Records Clerk provides clerical support to maintain accurate facility records. Because the position involves sensitive information, the employee must use discretion and maintain confidentiality. Duties include entering and maintaining computer files, collecting and reviewing documents related to the legal transfer of individuals, maintaining and updating records for new arrivals, preparing required reports, auditing detainee files according to facility policy, preparing files for release, and assisting with detainee releases. The clerk also helps maintain facility security, reports violations or hazards to supervisors, follows company policies and facility rules, and keeps equipment and supplies under strict control. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Demonstrated experience in office procedures and related clerical duties.
• Ability to interact professionally in individual and group settings.
• Ability to work with a team of inmates and implement team-strategy approaches to work assignments.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions, make minor decisions in accordance with rules and regulations, maintain company and offender records, and deal effectively with the public and inmates.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work with computers and the software typically used by the department.
• Valid Arizona State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry and maintain computer files.
• Collect and review documents associated with the legal transfer of individuals.
• Maintain and update records for each new individual arriving at the facility.
• Develop and submit reports related to the facility detainee file system and other required reports.
• Audit detainee files according to facility policy.
• Prepare detainee files for release and assist with the release process as required.
• Help maintain facility security and promptly report violations or security hazards to supervisory staff.
• Follow company policies, procedures, facility regulations, posted special orders, and instructions.
• Maintain strict control of equipment and supplies used in performing duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discount
• Reduced tuition rates
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k)
• Pet insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid training
• Flexible spending account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED