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Sheriff's Records Clerk
Description of Duties
This clerical position is located at the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and is assigned to either the Criminal Records Unit or the Monroe County Jail. Independent judgment is required in the performance of complex clerical duties resulting in a high consequence of error related to public safety. Shifts and work schedules vary and may include working holidays, nights, and four (4) days on and two (2) days off. Duties include conducting electronic and file searches in response to various government agencies, data entry and verification of crime related materials and data compilation to be included in reports utilizing a variety of law enforcement related software. The work is performed in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures as set forth by the Sheriff’s Office and the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of an upper level clerical position or Deputy Sheriff Jailor Corporal.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus either:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Secretarial Science, Office Technology or a closely related field; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science or a closely related field; OR,
- Two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalence* office clerical or secretarial experience; OR,
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C) above.
Note: Experience as a Teller, Cashier, or Sales Clerk will not be considered appropriate experience.
Special Requirements:
If appointed, you will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.
