Senior Administrative Assistant

Description Senior Administrative Assistant BIG COUNTRY. CLOSE TEAM. Support the Team Public Safety. Serve Gunnison County. Gunnison County Sheriff’s Office | Gunnison, Colorado Pay: $25.64–$31.17 per hour, depending on experience Schedule: Full-Time | Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Work Location: On-site | Gunnison, Colorado Status: Full-Time | Benefits Eligible | Non-exempt Position Type: Civilian Administrative Support Put Your Administrative Experience Behind a Mission That Matters Strong public safety operations depend on a strong team behind the scenes. The Senior Administrative Assistant plays an important role in the day-to-day operations of the Gunnison County Sheriff's Office, providing direct administrative support to command staff while managing records, information, financial transactions, criminal-justice systems, public inquiries, and other essential departmental processes. This isn't a traditional administrative position. You'll work with information and processes that directly support law enforcement operations, the courts, partner agencies, Sheriff's Office employees, and the community. If you're organized, dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable handling sensitive information, and able to keep multiple priorities moving, this could be a great opportunity to put your experience to work in public service. More Than Administrative Support As a Senior Administrative Assistant, you'll become a trusted resource within the Sheriff's Office and help keep important administrative and operational processes moving accurately and efficiently. Your Work Will Include Providing administrative and clerical support to Sheriff's Office command staffMaintaining official departmental records and filing systemsPreparing correspondence, reports, memoranda, and other materialsReceiving and assisting members of the public and responding to inquiriesProcessing payments, financial records, invoices, receipts, and other transactionsMaintaining and processing sealed recordsPreparing reports and records for the District Attorney's Office through eDiscoveryPreparing body-worn camera footage for the District Attorney's OfficeMaintaining Patrol and Investigation records, including incident reports, civil process records, warrants, writs, and related documentationSupporting civil-process and Sheriff's sale documentationAssisting with purchasing, supplies, work orders, mail, scheduling, and other administrative functions The position requires accuracy, discretion, sound judgment, customer service, and the ability to manage sensitive information while working with employees, partner agencies, and the public. View The Full Job Description Here. Work With Criminal Justice Systems & Records One of the things that makes this position unique is its involvement with specialized law-enforcement records and systems. Responsibilities Include Coordinating National Crime Information Center/Colorado Crime Information Center (NCIC/CCIC) functionsEntering and modifying felony warrants, vehicles, missing-person records, evidence/personal property, and other informationMaintaining the integrity of the system and instructing and testing new operatorsEntering Uniform Crime ReportsMaintaining and monitoring sex-offender registry informationProcessing concealed handgun permits, including fingerprintingPreparing records and returns for the courtsAssisting deputies with research related to found property and civil-paper locations These responsibilities make accuracy, confidentiality, attention to detail, and good judgment especially important in this position. Who We're Looking For We're looking for an experienced administrative professional who can combine technical skill, customer service, discretion, and organization. You May Be a Strong Fit If You Are highly organized and detail-orientedCan manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracyCommunicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writingAre comfortable learning and working within specialized computer and records systemsExercise sound judgment when handling confidential or sensitive informationAre comfortable working directly with members of the publicCan remain professional and effective during stressful situationsWork well independently while also being a dependable member of a teamHave experience with administrative records, bookkeeping, data processing, or related office functionsEnjoy being the person others rely on to keep information and processes organized The job description specifically calls for working knowledge of computers and electronic data processing, modern office practices, accounting principles, accurate cashiering, strong public-facing communication, and the ability to handle stressful situations. Be Part of Public Safety—In a Different Way This is a civilian, on-site administrative position within the Gunnison County Sheriff's Office. You don't need to be a sworn law-enforcement officer to make an important contribution to public safety. Your work helps ensure records are accurate, information gets where it needs to go, criminal-justice systems are maintained, court and District Attorney requests are processed, financial transactions are handled appropriately, and Sheriff's Office employees and members of the public receive the administrative support they need. Your work may happen behind the scenes, but it directly supports the people serving our community. Why Gunnison County? Gunnison County offers meaningful public service, a close professional team, and a community where your contribution is visible. As a Senior Administrative Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to use your professional experience in a position directly connected to public safety and community service. Outside of work, the Gunnison Valley offers access to millions of acres of public lands and year-round recreation, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, camping, skiing, and cross-country skiing, along with the restaurants, arts, events, and communities of Gunnison and Crested Butte. For candidates considering a move to the Gunnison Valley, housing designated for Gunnison County employees may be available to rent. Pay & Benefits Hourly Pay: $25.64–$31.17, depending on experience Gunnison County Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including Medical, dental, and vision coverageVacation leave beginning at 8 hours per monthSick leave at 8 hours per monthFlexible Spending and Health Savings Account optionsDependent Care FSAEmployer-paid basic life insurance equal to 1x annual salarySupplemental life and AD&D insurance options for employees, spouses, and childrenEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployer-paid Norton LifeLock membershipDiscounted pet insurance and gym membershipsCounty employee housing that may be available to rentAnnual performance and merit review with the opportunity to advance your payThe County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.* Retirement Gunnison County Contributes Toward Your Long-term Financial Future Mandatory 3% employee contribution and 3% employer match to 401(a)Up to 3% employer match for voluntary contributions to a 457(b)Social Security and Medicare employer contributions Ready to Put Your Skills Behind a Mission That Matters? If you're an experienced administrative professional who values accuracy, organization, service, teamwork, and meaningful work, consider bringing your skills to the Gunnison County Sheriff's Office. This is more than supporting an office. It's supporting the information, systems, people, and processes behind public safety. BIG COUNTRY. CLOSE TEAM. Support the Team Behind Public Safety. Serve Gunnison County. Hiring Manager: Gunnison County Sheriff's Office Phone: (970) 641-1113 Posting: Open until filled Requirements View the full job description here. Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment. Qualifications/Education Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent with specialized course work in general office practices such as Microsoft suite, accounting; database input and analysis; experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.Two (2) years of related experience, particularly in government, and/or in direct contact with the public.Any equivalent that the County deems appropriate. The position requires the ability to communicate effectively, work successfully with employees and members of the public, perform financial and administrative functions accurately, and work effectively in stressful situations.