This is moderately complex work of a responsible clerical and data entry nature and may include basic mathematical computation, some bookkeeping, and frequent public contact. Duties involve the performance of assignments requiring knowledge of departmental policies, the frequent exercise of independent judgment, application of applicable laws, regulations, and established procedures which are usually gained only through experience. Duties may also involve gathering information and entering it into the main computer system, operating a work processing system on a personal computer, and communicating with the general public, co-workers and inmates.
Duties require basic clerical skills, a knowledge of data entry, and general bookkeeping.
Work may be difficult and stressful due to the fluctuation in workload and need to complete tasks quickly and properly. Employee is generally supervised by a shift commander or equivalent. Types correspondence, reports, forms, applications, work orders, certificates, fingerprint cards, index cards and other documents. Completes standardized forms which may be of a specific or technical nature. Maintains records on data received and performs follow-up duties as required.