Jail Clerk

About the position

The Jail Clerk position at Tazewell County involves performing clerical duties in a high-volume environment within the Sheriff's Department. The role includes maintaining arrest records, providing customer service, and operating various office equipment unique to the department. The Jail Clerk works under the supervision of the Jail Clerk Supervisor and Administrative Assistant, ensuring efficient daily operations and communication with law enforcement and the public.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls for the Department.
• Monitor and operate video equipment to document detainee's visitations.
• Provide front-line customer service to the public, dispatchers, and law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain and perform data entry, including entering warrant information.
• Register sex offenders and prepare daily court lists for all courtrooms.
• Perform clerical functions such as copying, sorting, and distributing mail.
• Assist the public with the Cobra Banker Machine and accept payments for bail bond money.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with one year of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Proficiency in database technology and networked computer systems.
• Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Excellent organization and record-keeping skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a high-stress environment.
• Familiarity with office equipment such as copiers and multi-line phones.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance