Records Clerk

Salary: $17.41 hourly

Location: Twin Falls County, ID
Full-time position

About the role

Performs a variety of duties and activities related to maintaining and updating accurate records for the jail facility.

Responsibilities

• Responds to all incoming calls requiring action and recording important information.
• Maintains inmate file folders.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Processes Health and Welfare requests (Child support).
• Processes requests for Public Records.
• Separates fingerprint cards for outside agencies.
• Performs data entry.
• Distributes paperwork to Prosecutor's Office, Courts, State.
• Responds to and serves the public with courteous good will.
• Performs other duties and activities as directed by superior authority.
• Performs other related duties as required by Sheriff, Support Services Lieutenant, and Records Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, verbal and written.
• Ability to sit for extended periods with intermittent movement in an office environment.
• Vision (ability to read small print and decipher handwriting) and hearing (ability to transcribe via headphones/communicate via telephone and in person). Employee may be subject to vision/hearing exam.
• Manual dexterity to perform office functions (e.g., typing, filing, operating office machines, 10-key, etc.).
• Repetitive motion (typing) required.
• Knowledge of computers and software.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment.
• Typing skills (30 WPM). Employee may be subject to typing proficiency test.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Public relation skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to perform essential duties efficiently and accurately with little or no supervision.
• Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting (minimum 25 pounds).

Desirable Character Qualities

• Dependability – the ability to fulfill obligations even if it means unexpected sacrifice.
• Responsibility – knowing and doing what is expected.
• Initiative – recognizing and doing what is expected without being instructed.
• Punctuality – being ready to begin each task at the appointed time.
• Self Control – rejecting wrong desires and doing what is right in all areas.
• Truthfulness – earning future trust by accurately reporting past and present facts.
• Thoroughness – knowing what factors will diminish the effectiveness of the job if neglected.
• Ethical – conforms to accepted standards of conduct.

Testing is required for this position. Tests required: Basic Office Skills, Data Entry (alpha-numeric), General Typing (5-minute test). Testing is conducted by the Idaho Department of Labor Magic Valley Office. Their hours are Monday–Friday from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. To receive the testing links, call 208-735-2500, email magicvalleymail@labor.idaho.gov, or visit the Department of Labor Magic Valley Office at 458 Parkview Loop, Twin Falls, ID 83301.