Clerk Typist Ii

Union Affiliation: Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Deputies Association, an Affiliate of the Police Officers Association of Michigan (POAM).

GENERAL SUMMARY

To provide clerical and receptionist support to a section of the Sheriff's Office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transcribe reports, forms, and correspondence. Minimum 60 wpm.
• Answer incoming calls, provide information, and/or direct callers to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinate with section staff and other government agencies.
• Maintains records system for the administration staff.
• Provide inmate accounting.
• Greet and correspond with citizens and officials.
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma with an additional two (2) years of college. Preference is given to those with experience in criminal justice, law, or law enforcement.
• One year of experience as a receptionist/clerical person is preferred.
• Must have exceptional office skills, good working knowledge of Microsoft WORD and Excel programs, good computer and keyboard skills, and the ability to accurately transcribe using standard transcription equipment.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting.
• Ability to maintain confidentially.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation and drug test.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

VETERANS: Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.

An individual with any of the following is ineligible for consideration for employment: A felony conviction, a pending felony or misdemeanor charge, a domestic violence conviction, or an outstanding warrant.

County positions include a benefits package with medical coverage, paid leave, and much more. Available supplemental dental and vision. Defined Contribution pension, fully vested from day one.

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Over time, when available

To view the current collective bargaining agreement, go to www.kalcounty.com/hrd and click on Union Contracts (left side).

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:

All candidates must submit a Kalamazoo County Application for Employment accompanied by a resume. Application materials may be submitted online at:

https://www.kalcounty.com/hrd/openings.php.

In addition to the online application, All applicants must complete a K.C.S.O. application after a successful interview.