Information Specialist III - Sheriff's Office (Duluth) (Open)
Information Specialist III - Sheriff's Office (Duluth) (Open)
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Job Description
Kind of Work
The incumbent must be able to multitask in a fastmoving high demand work environment. The ability to work effectively with team members is critical.
Generally this position involves skilled information processing work applying a system of specialized departmental work rules methods procedures and operating precedents to perform a variety of customer service records maintenance civil and warrants functions.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2025. The full salary range including longevity pay is $23.74 $32.89 per hour.
This position is part of theCivil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
Please Note:This position is based out of the Duluth Courthouse.Distinguishing Features of Work
An employee in this class performs specialized information processing and customer service functions that require experienced judgment to analyze and resolve operational problems and respond appropriately to service demands of the work include explaining departmental regulations policies and procedures and communicating work related judgments and decisions to customers; and extracting analyzing and interpreting information from various sources to process records reports correspondence data bases etc. in accordance with standard accomplish prescribed work objectives the employee exercises experienced judgment in problem solving and adapting procedures to address work is performed under the general direction of designated supervisory staff.
Work Environment
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.CONSTANT:Near and midrange vision; visual accommodation; hear within 20 feet; grip; pinch and hand dexterity; and work inside.FREQUENT: Push/pull up to 15 pounds; lift and carry up to 10 pounds; far vision; bend neck; rotate neck; reach; sit; talk/speak; work alone with or around others.OCCASIONAL:Move about; reach above shoulder; rotate at waist while sitting or standing; stand; static neck position; stoop/bend; walk; right and left wrist turn; customer/public contact; clients with behavioral challenges; depth perception; field of vision; color vision; extended days; and drive.
Selection Process
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):
- Five (5) years fulltime paid verifiable clerical experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience as determined by the Director of Human Resources.
- Demonstrated ability to operate personal computer based systems.
- Proficiency as defined by the Civil Service Commission in operating word processing software.
- Ability to type from clear copy at a rate of 40 w.p.m./net.
Thorough working knowledge of legal records and terminology.
RATING SYSTEMS:
Computerized Written Assessment (Pass/Fail):
After submitting an application applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will receive a notification via email to schedule their computerized written assessment.
Both inperson and virtual testing will be offered on the predetermined dates listed in your candidate profile. Additional dates may be available by appointment only. Please emailif you need assistance.Once applicants have logged in and have scheduled their assessment another notification will be sent confirming your assessment date and time along with the test link and Webex meeting invite.
To participate in the virtual online computerized testing you must have readily available picture identification laptop or desktop computer web cam and microphone.
Please allow 21/2 hours for this assessment.
The computerized written assessment must be completed by: Friday May 23 2025.
It is highly recommended that you schedule your assessment as soon as possible.
If you have any questions regarding thisprocessplease contact Human Resources ator email .
Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process:
Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 712.
Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.
Please Note:When answering the supplemental questions on the website the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. Its recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when youre finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the Supplemental Questions page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT &SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:- May 7 2025 Applicant screening will begin.
- May 23 2025 Computerized written assessment must be completed
- May 27 2025 Deadline for retaking Word or Typing
- Week of May 27 2025 Supplemental question scoring to be completed
- Week of June 9 2025 Interviews to be conducted
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK on the specification available in the Human Resources Department or online at PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:- Veteran: DD214 noting character of service
- Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
- Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
- Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214 Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.
PHYSICALMEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis Countyare subject to a background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelvemonth probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
NONDISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteranfriendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin sex gender identity marital status familial status age sexual orientation status with regard to public assistance disability genetic information veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
