BCSO Sheriff's Data Technician - Part Time

Buncombe County; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office is seeking a part-time Data Technician to perform records research, data entry, and data maintenance. The role supports criminal identification tasks and requires careful handling of confidential information.

Responsibilities include data research, document preparation, and liaison work within the unit. Adherence to schedules and ability to work after-hours during emergencies are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operation of personal computers and office equipment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and document management software.
• Knowledge of public safety rules, regulations, and terminology.
• Ability to collect and analyze data.
• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to secure, protect, and disseminate confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide data and system support for criminal identification duties in time-critical scenarios.
• Research, compile, and enter data accurately.
• Manage assigned programs and serve as liaison for the unit.
• Handle confidential information securely and appropriately.
• Prepare forms, reports, and records per policy and maintain logs.

Skills

PC operation

Office practices

Public safety knowledge

Data analysis

Clear reporting

Confidential information handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on November 10, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on November 10, 2026.

Job Title

BCSO Sheriff's Data Technician - Part Time

External Hiring Range

22.21 - 33.43

Compensation Grade

2005

Posted Internally and Externally

Posted Internally and Externally

Purpose of the Position

The purpose of this position is to perform records research, information verification, data entry, data maintenance, and data communications work.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Provides specialized data and system support to the criminal identification duties of the Sheriff's Office in a time-critical fashion.
• Researches, compiles, and enters data.
• Manages assigned special programs.
• Serves as a liaison for the unit.
• Obtains and handles confidential information.
• Completes, prepares, and/or processes a variety of forms, documents, requests, reports, routine correspondence, and other documentation associated with the daily routine of this position; maintains accurate files, logs, and administrative records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Work Schedule

Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and County attendance policies and procedures.

Regular, predictable attendance is essential

Note: This position has been identified as an emergency essential position and as such employees in this position may be needed to work, including after-hours, weekends and during a public emergency (to include but not limited to: floods, ice storms, disease outbreak, terrorist attack, etc).

Supervision Received

Receives direction regarding general objectives of assigned work, operates within division and agency policy using independent judgement in achieving assigned objectives; independently determines best methods and sequence to achieve assigned tasks.

Supervisory/Leadership Responsibilities

May provide some training/ lead worker support through motivation, direction, review and feedback of assigned tasks.

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Most problems are routine, predictable and constrained with little or no uncertainty; problems or questions are referred to supervisor. Decision making limited to information contained within established policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of operation of personal computers and accompanying technology including, but not limited to, monitors, desktop computers, printers, and other external devices.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and of forms and technology used in the preparation of office records using Microsoft Office applications and Document Management software.
• Knowledge of public safety rules, regulations, and terminology.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing data.
• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability and knowledge to secure, protect, maintain, and properly disseminate various pieces of confidential information include oral or written personnel, financial, medical, criminal, investigative, and operational or other sensitive information or materials.

Organization Conformance Standards for all Positions

Interact with other employees, customers, and partners in an effective manner, with professionalism and cultural competency; work effectively and efficiently as a team contributor including interacting and communicating clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

Maintain knowledge of the agency's organizational rules, policies, procedures, services, and mission.

Plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively to produce quality work with measurable results and within identified deadlines; Function in highly stressful circumstances and demonstrate the ability to adapt to changing priorities, deadlines, and directions; ability to maintain calm demeanor while dealing with stressful situations and customers.

Demonstrate the County's core values through performance and conduct. This expectation extends beyond the workplace and County systems to include off-site, and off-duty conduct that undermines an employee's creditability as a representative of the County; Conduct business in an ethical manner at all times while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Coordinate work efforts with other employees and organizations to accomplish a common task; responsible for managing matters affecting employment and completing personnel-related activities timely and according to County policy.

Safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADAAA, FMLA and other federal state and local standards.

Ability to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire)

High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of experience in secretarial/clerical work