Sheriff's Office Clerk

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.


Job Description :

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

• Scan, organize, maintain, and retrieve warrant files and related legal documentation
• Sort and process high volumes of records and paperwork
• Confirm warrant information and provide documentation to law enforcement agencies as requested
• Copy, fax, email, and distribute warrant documentation for magistration and related criminal justice processes
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate electronic and physical records
• Prepare and process paperwork associated with warrants, detainers, and releases of detainers
• Maintain division filing systems and records in accordance with office procedures and applicable retention requirements
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence
• Answer telephones and provide professional assistance to the public, courts, correctional facilities, and outside agencies
• Conduct follow-up communications regarding warrant status and inmate custody verification
• Review and verify warrant files involving out-of-county or out-of-state inmates
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to division personnel as assigned
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Proficiency in basic computer operations and standard office equipment
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced law enforcement environment
• Prior clerical, administrative, or records management experience preferred
• Previous experience in a law enforcement, corrections, court, or criminal justice setting preferred
• Knowledge of standard office procedures and records handling practices preferred

Proposed Compensation:

• $38,688.00 Annualy

Physical Demands:

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

• This position operates primarily within an office environment and requires frequent interaction with law enforcement personnel, correctional facilities, court staff, and outside criminal justice agencies. Professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently are essential to the successful performance of this position.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Additional Qualifications:

Proposed Compensation:
$18.60 - $23.13

Additional Recruiting Instruction:

Bell county reserves the right to close or extend any job posting at any time, regardless of the job posting closing date listed.

Work Shift:
Office Hours (United States of America)

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.