Records Specialist- Sheriff's Office
About The Position
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here! Records Specialist Inputs and transfers reports and supplements into computer database; Prepares records for scanning and archiving. Assists and responds to public and other law enforcement personnel at lobby window or by telephone and/or directs to appropriate person. Answers incoming mail, fax and NCIC/TCIC for inquiries on reports and background checks. Files and maintains filing system for all official accident, case and jail records for the department; Maintains security for all records. Maintains cash fund and prepares weekly cash deposits. Prepares TLETS validations. Prepares computer merges. Prepares information requested in subpoenas for court appearances and information requested in Open Records Request. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident
- High School Diploma/GED
- Six months job related experience
- Good computer and typing skills
- Working knowledge of database software
- Good verbal and written communication skills along with bookkeeping and organizational skills
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials
- Ability to prioritize own work
- TCIC/NCIC Less than Full Access within first year of employment
- Valid Texas Driver's License
- All applicants must schedule and pass the required Nelson-Denny (Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary) Test prior to moving forward in the hiring process.
- Applicants MUST contact the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources to schedule the test before proceeding.
Responsibilities
- Inputs and transfers reports and supplements into computer database
- Prepares records for scanning and archiving
- Assists and responds to public and other law enforcement personnel at lobby window or by telephone and/or directs to appropriate person
- Answers incoming mail, fax and NCIC/TCIC for inquiries on reports and background checks
- Files and maintains filing system for all official accident, case and jail records for the department
- Maintains security for all records
- Maintains cash fund and prepares weekly cash deposits
- Prepares TLETS validations
- Prepares computer merges
- Prepares information requested in subpoenas for court appearances and information requested in Open Records Request
- Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers
Benefits
- All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
- Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
