Public Records & Civil Clerk III – Front Desk

Whatcom County, Washington; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office is recruiting a full-time Clerk III to support the Records and Civil Divisions at the front counter. This entry-level role handles reports, data entry, inquiries, and policy explanations while maintaining confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Hours are 8:00 - 4:30, Monday to Friday. Background checks and a polygraph are required; civil service eligibility will be created to fill current and future Clerk III vacancies.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible general office, clerical and/or secretarial experience.
• One or more years of data entry experience in a law enforcement/criminal justice setting (preferred).
• U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident per Civil Service rules.

Responsibilities

• Processing reports
• Responding to inquiries from the public, staff and others
• Entering or obtaining data
• Explaining policies and procedures to citizens
• Dealing with victims, suspects and jail inmates in person and over the phone

Skills

General office experience

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office is recruiting a full-time Clerk III to support the Records and Civil Divisions at the front counter. This entry-level role handles reports, data entry, inquiries, and policy explanations while maintaining confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Hours are 8:00 - 4:30, Monday to Friday. Background checks and a polygraph are required; civil service eligibility will be created to fill current and future Clerk III vacancies.