Sheriff's Record's Clerk

Sheriff's Record's Clerk

TULARE COUNTY

Visalia, California United States

Posted: Dec 16, 2025

Salary: $39, $48,701.20 Annually USD Annually

Salary Top:48701

Full Time

Clerical and Administrative Support

Public Safety

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Sheriff's Department

Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification.(Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education:

• Equivalent to completion of twelfth (12th).

Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience performing legal clerical duties in a legal office, criminal justice agency, or related field.

Knowledge of:

• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Math sufficient to perform fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Alphabetical, numerical, and legal filing systems and procedures.
• More complex legal terminology, documents, and procedures used in County legal or criminal justice departments.

Skill/Ability to:

• Organize work, set priorities, and work independently on assigned areas.
• Perform work with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Type accurately at 45 corrected WPM, input data and information into automated systems.
• Read, understand, and explain government codes, ordinances, and laws.
• Prepare reports, charts, lists, and other special documents.
• Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Operate office automation and related equipment.
• Communicate with local, State, and Federal agencies, the public, and County departments.
• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education:

• Specialized legal secretarial and/or paralegal training.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act:

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit:

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 1

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount:An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance:A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement:The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave:12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:

2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)

3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)

4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)

5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)

Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual:12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D:$10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance:Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation:A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 1/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

County of Tulare - HR&D

The mission of Tulare County Human Resources and Development is to attract, retain, and develop a highly skilled workforce. We provide a wide array of services to our department and agencies including training, payroll processing, employee/labor relations, employee records, wellness programs, and benefits administration. Our dedicated staff supports 20 County Departments and over 5,100 employees in more than 800 job classifications.
Tulare County employees enjoy generous benefits, including a choice of excellent health plans, vacation, paid time off and retirement packages. Working for Tulare County is like working with family. You are encouraged, supported and given flexibility to balance your work life and your private life. You'll have an opportunity to begin or enhance a meaningful career where what you do matters.

To view jobs specific to the Health and Human Services Agency click here.

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