Records Specialist- Sheriff's Office

Records SpecialistInputs and transfers reports and supplements into computer database; Prepares records for scanning and archiving.Assists and responds to public and other law enforcement personnel at lobby window or by telephone and/or directs to appropriate person.Answers incoming mail, fax and NCIC/TCIC for inquiries on reports and background checks.Files and maintains filing system for all official accident, case and jail records for the department; Maintains security for all records.Maintains cash fund and prepares weekly cash deposits.Prepares TLETS validations.Prepares computer merges.Prepares information requested in subpoenas for court appearances and information requested in Open Records Request.Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.Minimum RequirementsU.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent ResidentHigh School Diploma/GEDSix months job related experienceGood computer and typing skills.Working knowledge of database software.Good verbal and written communication skills along with bookkeeping and organizational skills.Good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.Ability to prioritize own work.TCIC/NCIC Less than Full Access within first year of employment.Valid Texas Driver's License***IMPORTANT – TESTING REQUIREMENT (PLEASE READ)All applicants must schedule and pass the required Nelson-Denny (Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary) Test prior to moving forward in the hiring process.Applicants MUST contact the Sheriff's Office Human Resources to schedule the test before proceeding.Do Not wait until later in the process.**How to Schedule Your Test**Contact the Sheriff's Office Human Resources directly Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00am-4:00pmNelson Denny Test – Call to schedule: (Penni Fields) View phone number on click.appcast.io or (J.R. Galvan) View phone number on click.appcast.io.Nelson Denny Test: 35 MinutesLocation (Gus George Academy Building):Fort Bend County Sheriff's OfficeHuman Resources1521 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 144Richmond, Texas 77469Salary Range: $20.00 per hourClosing Date: Upon Filling PositionAll full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits. Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.