Senior Office Specialist- Corrections - Utah County : Job Details

UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) ###-####Fax: (801) ###-#### , Email: [email protected] The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities. Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind: How can I make my community a better place? Who will need my help and protection? How will I make a difference for someone?We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.Apply today and join our Team.JOB ANNOUNCEMENTThe Utah County Sheriff's Department is the law enforcement agency in the county and is responsible for the preservation of the peace. The Sheriff and deputies make arrests, oversee the courts and the County Correctional Facility, and prepare legal documents for the Sheriff's sale. Posting Date: January 13, 2025Closing Date: January 21, 2025POSITION: Senior Office Specialist-Corrections POSTING #: 6484-0125kkREQUISITION #: R0001378The Opportunity: Under the general guidance and direction of the assigned supervisor, performs clerical duties to support security center programs and expedite day-to-day record-keeping functions of the Corrections Bureau in the Sheriff's Office. Works under general supervision in performing the most complex duties within the assigned function. This advanced level requires considerable knowledge of the policies, procedures, and laws affecting the work. Incumbents at this level are capable of training and leading others.Starting Pay: Grade 718 Step A: $19.73 - Step G: $22.70Schedule: 8:00 AM 0 5:00 PM Monday thru FridayEssential FunctionsGPS, Jail Industries, Work Diversion

• Establish and maintain GPS, Jail Industries, and Work Diversion inmate files and records.
• Monitor progress and completion of court-ordered actions; enter deputy reports, employer reports, and work program information into the Jail Management System (JMS).
• Assist with the intake and classification process of GPS, Jail Industries, or Work Diversion inmates; gather information, legal documents, criminal histories, warrants, and identification; track information via the Utah Criminal Justice Information System.
• Perform bookkeeping and billing activities for Jail Industries inmate accounts; collect and deposit GPS fees weekly; distribute inmate checks and document inmate fees; process money requests and distribute cash to inmates upon approval; coordinate inmate compliance with Office of Recovery Services for timely collection of child support payments.
• Monitor inmate mandatory savings program.
• Collect fines and fees from inmates for violation of rules and regulations.

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years of general clerical support work experience, of which two (2) years are directly related to the duties described above.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Preference may be given to applicants who have a documented typing speed at or above the rate of forty (40) WPM net.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver's license within sixty (60) days of employment.
• Selected applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Incumbents assigned to GPS, Jail Industries, or Work Diversion must obtain Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) certification through the State of Utah during the probationary period for new hires or during the trial period for promoted County employees and maintain certification thereafter. County employees being reassigned or transferred to this classification and function must possess BCI certification upon reassignment or transfer.

Click here for a full job description Benefits Package Includes:100% paid premiums for health insuranceUp to 6.2% match in your 401(k)Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)Fourteen (14) paid HolidaysDental and Vision InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramAAP/EEO StatementIt is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER