Administrative Law Enforcement Specialist III/Sheriff's Office

The Sheriff’s Office is committed to providing responsive and effective Service to the Community.  Our employees are the most valuable resource contributing to meeting our mission.  We value professional development, work-life balance, in a family type work culture. We are committed to providing exemplary service to our public and improving the quality of life in our community. In this civilian position in Flagstaff, you will join our Administrative Team, as part of the Support Services Division of our agency.  This diverse team is made up of 5 Public Service Specialist, Senior/Admin Law Enforcement Specialist ’s that report to an Administrative Supervisor.  Team members collaborate to achieve shared goals.  In this role, you have the opportunity to bring your skills in communication, organization, and accuracy to accomplish the many wide-ranging duties of the team.  You will receive on the job training, development and the opportunity to work flexible schedules.
At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations.  As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
 
Under supervision performs law enforcement administrative work of moderate difficulty; performs related work as assigned. Collaborates with team members to achieve shared goals.

Please Note: 
For questions regarding this posting please contact the Sheriff's Office at 928-226-5069.  

(Illustrative only)

• Performs data entry and quality control of record management systems and databases (i.e., criminal history, sex offenders, etc.)
• Performs data integrity auditing
• Performs statutory mandated processes (i.e., sex offender registration, vehicle impound releases, civil document processing, etc.)
• Completes financial component of programs (i.e. calculate fees, create invoices, receive and process payments /refunds)
• Transcribes reports from dictation, composes correspondence, and other documents
• Completes statistical reporting
• Coordinates the preparation, distribution and preservation of departmental records
• Creates, processes, and distributes confidential and sensitive documents and correspondence
• Provides customer service at front window and incoming phone calls for department
• Provides training to assigned staff
• Communicates and acts as liaison with other departments, agencies and the public
• Attends meetings to represent the department
• Researches pricing and vendors and prepares requisitions for needed goods and services
• Coordinates and schedules specialized departmental functions, meetings, and travel
• May supervise employees as assigned
• May perform research regarding grants and external sources of funding
• May take and transcribe meeting minutes

• Performs related duties as assigned

Essential functions of this position include but not limited to: sitting; working with and around others; dealing with interruptions, repetitive motion (hand/wrist/ elbow/ shoulder) for computer work, filing telephones etc.; Vision Acuity (Near) computer work; hearing for communicating with others with phone calls, meetings; speech for telephone and ordinary conversation/ communication; touch for typing, filing, writing and phones. 

Five years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical experience; OR,

Associate's degree and four years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical experience; OR,

Bachelor's degree and two years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical experience; OR,

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must pass background and polygraph including criminal history.  Once in the position, must obtain Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) certification.

The ideal candidate is an excellent team player; eager to learn; previous law enforcement/detention/court experience.

Preferred Qualifications include administrative/clerical experience; customer service experience; data entry and records management; team player; transcribes from dictation, and possesses great communication skills. 

This position is non-exempt from overtime.
This position is safety-sensitive.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of:
  • Federal, State, and local laws, Case law
  • Rules and procedures of assigned department
  • Criminal history information, including ACJIS certification
  • Specialized terminology, procedures, and forms
  • Records management
  • Business English, spelling, and arithmetic
  • Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment
  • Working knowledge of:
  • Principles and practices of administration
  • Basic financial principles and/or entry
•  Skill In:
  • Use of computer applications, including word-processing, spreadsheets, and/or database
  • Use of modern office equipment
• Ability To:
  • Ability to make sound decisions independently and in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures
  • Perform complex administrative functions with speed and accuracy
  • Meet deadlines and maintain workflow
  • Accurately maintain records and prepare reports
  • Provide excellent customer service with difficult customers
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
  • Maintain situational awareness, work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
  • Follow written and verbal instructions
  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
    

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.