Entry Level Records Clerk – Department OF Sheriff – Administration Hiring

Overview

Position Title:Entry Level Records Clerk

Company:City Of Benton Wa

Location:Kennewick, WA

Job Description:

The Benton County Civil Service Commission is now accepting applications to establish an eligibility list to fill current and future positions in the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. We currently have one position open. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S.; be at least 21 years of age; possess a valid WA state driver’s license; have a high school diploma or a certificate of equivalency, and no prior felony convictions. This position requires a neat appearance, ability to work with the public and other employees, good handwriting and physical dexterity to efficiently operate computers, copy machines and multi-line telephone systems.

Responsibilities:

• Thorough knowledge of and skill in using business and legal English, composition, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Ability to understand and transcribe multi-disciplinary terminologies such as legal, technical, or medical terminology accurately
• Ability to take dictation at 225 wpm with 95% accuracy
• Ability to type a minimum of 50 wpm
• Ability to work under stress
• Ability to work independently
• Skill in stenography and office procedures
• Good digital, auditory and mental reflexes to transcribe all spoken words with a high degree of accuracy.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply business and legal English, composition, grammar, spelling punctuation, and letter format
• Knowledge of basic math, including the ability to add, subtracts, multiply and divide accurately.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment such as Microsoft Office, scanner, calculator and photocopies
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping practices and procedures
• Good oral communications skills to explain policies and procedures and to deal with other employees, law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and the general public using courtesy, tact and good judgment.
• Knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge of the functions, procedures, and applicable regulations of the Sheriff’s department and law enforcement
• Ability to learn to operate teletype equipment