What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant I - Sheriff's Office position at Bexar County?
Under direct supervision, is responsible for general clerical/secretarial duties; and performs related duties as required.
- Types letters and memos utilizing a personal computer, typewriter and/or word processor
- Assists with court desk
- Maintains logs on all documents received and processed
- Enters and updates data in a personal computer or CRT
- Answers telephone, routes calls and takes messages
- Develops and maintains files
- Accesses and files information
- Copies information and distributes to appropriate location
- Responds to general questions and complaints regarding department or work
- Performs related duties as required
- Graduation from High School or a General Education Development (GED) certificate, and one (1) year general office experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of English spelling, grammar and punctuation; knowledge of office procedures
- Skill in operating a personal computer, typewriter and basic office equipment
- Ability to give a clear and detailed shift activity account to incoming shift; ability to maintain a good line of communication with supervisor and BCSO staff assigned to the PIC; ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information; ability to accurately enter data and file information; ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees and the general public
- Must become familiar with the intake and release, and bail bond process for persons in custody
- Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from the Bexar County Sheriff's Office
- Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
- May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
- Shift assignments may be day, evening, overnight or weekends
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
- Working conditions are in an office within a jail environment
- Possible exposure to hostile or violent people and contagious diseases
- Constantly working in indoor conditions
- Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10-15 pounds
- Occasionally moves about the office
- Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
- Positions self to perform essential functions
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position
Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary : $3,042
