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 including your resume may be submitted online. In addition to the online application all applicants must complete a K.C.S.O. application after a successful interview, available upon request or at the Sheriff's Office Front Desk, Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.