Criminal Justice Records Technician

Pueblo County; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo County seeks candidates for a clerical and technical role in the Sheriff's Office. Responsibilities include processing records related to the criminal justice process, maintaining data confidentiality, and providing public service in a secured environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong organizational and customer service skills, with a commitment to safety and accuracy.

Benefits

Shift differential pay

Referral/Recruitment bonuses

Trainer pay

Tuition reimbursement

Take-home vehicle (Patrol)

Comprehensive Benefits package

Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual

County Retirement Program

4-week Paid Parental Leave Benefit

Qualifications

• Must type 45 net words per minute.
• Minimum two years clerical and/or computer experience.

Responsibilities

• Processes a variety of records and reports within the criminal justice system.
• Maintains accuracy and confidentiality of all records.
• Screens visitors and makes safety-related decisions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Work involves performing a variety of office, clerical, and technical work pertaining to the criminal justice process at the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office.

• Accurately processes, types, records and/or files a wide variety of records, reports and materials using computer equipment which includes memos, letters, complaints, declarations, dispositions, warrants or reports from handwritten copy or audiotapes.
• Performs clerical functions in a criminal justice environment; type case reports which include profane language, distasteful or graphic portrayals and in-depth descriptions of criminal conduct.
• Performs data entry; updates, researches, stores and retrieves data using a variety of computer systems.
• Maintains accuracy, confidentiality and security of all records and work area.
• Exercises considerable independent judgment I giving out information and referring inquiries to the proper staff or agency.
• Sorts and distributes mail, as needed.
• Exercises good organizational skills while demonstrating the ability to be detail oriented in carrying out assigned tasks.
• Works in a secured environment, responsible for screening visitors and making decisions that affect the safety of a facility.
• As required, serves as a resource person to the public or other employees in giving out information and referring inquiries to the proper staff or agency; makes independent judgments on types of information to be provided based on a broad based knowledge of requirements of the position as well as knowledge of how previous similar incidents were handled.
• Maintains computerized records and hard copy files in division.
• Required to work shifts as needed.
• Performs special studies and projects as assigned and required.
• Notarizes articles for public, agency documents and others as required.
• Answers phones and greet and assist visitors; respond to request or refer to appropriate resources.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of progressively responsible clerical and/or computer experience in a customer service-related field. Candidates must be able to type 45 net words per minute. (An official typing certificate will be required.)

The selection process includes, but is not limited to, an interview. Prior to employment, candidates will complete a background investigation, polygraph examination, and physical examination to include a drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process will not normally exceed two months. Candidates not selected may reapply in the future. Although the entire range is posted, the rate of pay for this position starts at $19.31 per hour. This posting may be used to fill multiple openings.

• Shift differential pay
• Referral/Recruitment bonuses
• Trainer pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Take-home vehicle (Patrol)
• Opportunity to work in many diverse areas
• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• 4-week Paid Parental Leave Benefit