Public Safety Admin Specialist I

Yakima County, Washington; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Yakima County Sheriff's Office in Yakima County, WA is seeking a Law Enforcement Office Specialist I to provide essential front-line and clerical support to deputies and citizens. The role includes handling customer inquiries, processing payments, managing records, and assisting with civil processes in both office and field settings.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, keyboarding proficiency, and a background check.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• U.S. citizenship proof and eligibility checks.
• Keyboarding test: 35 net wpm.
• Proficiency exam in Microsoft Windows and Word.
• Valid WA Driver’s License.
• 3 years of legal clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service to Yakima County citizens.
• Receive calls, take initial incident reports, and direct inquiries to proper agencies.
• Process payments and reconcile cash receipts daily.
• Enter data into records systems and maintain accurate files.
• Prepare civil court documents and coordinate service of process.
• Manage public records requests and notary duties.

Skills

Keyboarding 35 wpm

Windows proficiency

Microsoft Word

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Live Scan fingerprint machine

Cash register

Job description

Yakima County Sheriff's Office in Yakima County, WA is seeking a Law Enforcement Office Specialist I to provide essential front-line and clerical support to deputies and citizens. The role includes handling customer inquiries, processing payments, managing records, and assisting with civil processes in both office and field settings.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, keyboarding proficiency, and a background check.