Criminal Justice Records Technician (Hourly/Part-Time)

About the Role

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

Responsibilities

• Accurately processes, types, records, and/or files a wide variety of records, reports, and materials using computer equipment, including memos, letters, complaints, declarations, dispositions, warrants, or reports from handwritten copy or audiotapes.
• Performs clerical functions in a criminal justice environment, including typing case reports that may contain 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 in giving out information and referring inquiries to the proper staff or agency.
• Sorts and distributes mail as needed.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail in carrying out assigned tasks.
• Works in a secured environment, responsible for screening visitors and making decisions that affect facility safety.
• Serves as a resource person to the public or other employees, providing information and referring inquiries based on knowledge of position requirements and past incidents.
• Maintains computerized records and hard copy files in the division.
• Required to work shifts as needed.
• Performs special studies and projects as assigned.
• Notarizes articles for the public, agency documents, and others as required.
• Answers phones, greets and assists visitors, and responds to requests or refers to appropriate resources.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for job performance.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible clerical and/or computer experience in a customer service-related field.
• Able to type 45 net words per minute (an official typing certificate will be required; speeds under 45 may be considered).

The selection process includes an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination, and physical examination (including a drug screen). The process typically does not exceed two months. Candidates not selected may reapply in the future. This posting may fill multiple openings.

Pay

$19.31–$28.96 hourly (position starts at the minimum rate of $19.31 per hour).

Benefits

• Shift differential pay.
• Referral/recruitment incentives.
• Trainer pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Take-home vehicle (Patrol).
• Opportunity to work in 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.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment.
• Fitness center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building).
• Eligibility for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave (full-time employees).