Records Clerk

Twin Falls County • Twin Falls, ID

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of duties and activities related to maintaining and updating accurate records for the jail facility.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, verbal and written
• Sitting for extended periods of time with intermittent moving in an office environment
• Vision (ability to read small print and decipher handwriting)/Hearing (ability to transcribe via headphones/communicate via telephone and in person).
• Manual dexterity to perform office functions (e.g. typing, filing, operating office machines, 10¬key, etc.)
• Repetitive motion (typing) required
• Knowledge of computers and software
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment
• Typing skills (30 WPM).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Public relation skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to perform essential duties efficiently and accurately with little or no supervision
• Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching and lifting ( minimum 25 pounds)

Nice To Haves

• Dependability-the ability to fulfill obligation even if it means unexpected sacrifice
• Responsibility-knowing and doing what is expected
• Initiative-recognizing and doing that which is expected without being instructed
• Punctuality-being ready to begin each task at the appointed time
• Self Control-rejecting wrong desires and doing what is right in all areas
• Truthfulness-earning future trust by accurately reporting past and present facts
• Thoroughness-knowing what factors will diminish the effectiveness of the job if neglected
• Ethical-conforms to accepted standards of conduct

Responsibilities

• Responds to all incoming calls requiring action and recording important information.
• Maintains inmate file folders.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Process Health and Welfare requests (Child support).
• Process requests for Public Records.
• Separate fingerprint cards for outside agencies.
• Perform other duties and activities as directed by superior authority.
• Respond to and serve the public with courteous good will
• Data entry
• Distribute paperwork to Prosecutor's Office, Courts, State
• Perform other related duties as required by Sheriff, Support Services Lieutenant and Records Supervisor

What This Job Offers

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