Office Assistant 3 - Sheriff's Office
Office Assistant 3 - Sheriff's Office
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$ 29 - 37
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Description
Why Its a Great Department/Business Unit:
Pierce County Sheriffs Office is a full-service agency that provides law enforcement jail court security and civil processing services to all areas of unincorporated Pierce County and the contract cities of Edgewood and University Place.
The Sheriffs Office is comprised of 638 commissioned law enforcement and corrections staff and 67 civilian personnel. Together these dedicated employees support our 3 bureaus including Services Corrections and Operations.
You will join a team or unit located at the Sheriffs Office Headquarters Jail Soundview Building and/or the Public Disclosure Unit. This position may involve exposure to the inmate population in our maximum-security correctional facility or review of confidential and sensitive information including crime scene photographs videos and/or reports.
Why Its a Great Opportunity:
A career with the Pierce County Sheriffs Office is your opportunity to make a difference in peoples lives every day as each employee plays a role in supporting our mission to protect life and property uphold rights and work in partnership to build strong safe communities.
This rewarding and vital support position performs varied administrative tasks that impact the day-to-day operations of the department criminal justice system and the citizens of Pierce County.
How to be Successful in the Role:
A successful candidate will join the team with the ability to exercise good judgement collaborate and positively engage with the citizens of Pierce County. This person will develop on the job skills to prioritize competing assignments while providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers. A willingness to learn and a desire to help and support your co-workers will be the key to your success.
Your Future in this Role:
You will gain a broad knowledge of the department and may have an opportunity to transfer to another unit within the Office. Additionally you will receive on-the-job training from administrative staff and have access to LinkedIn Learning to further your growth as an administrative professional.Position Summary
This position performs responsible and complex and/or lead administrative support work performed for various departments and offices within Pierce County. An employee in this classification is responsible for performing specialized administrative or program support functions requiring extensive knowledge of County and departmental policies and procedures.
ClickOffice Assistant 3for a classification/job description with a more detailed list of essential functions competencies physical demands and working conditions/environment.Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY:
- Two or more years of progressively responsible clerical experience or administrative program support work. Additional education or related experience may substitute for the required experience to a maximum of one year.
- High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate is required.
- Age eighteen (18) at time of appointment.
- United States citizenship lawful permanent resident or DACA recipient and the ability to speak read and write the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.
- Ability to successfully complete Pierce County Sheriffs Office background investigation which will include but is not limited to
- Reference Checks
- Personal Interviews
- Oral Board Interview
- Pre-Offer Polygraph Examination
- Submission of Fingerprints
- Work History Check
- Criminal Driving and Financial History Checks
- Pre-Offer Drug Screening UA
Supplemental Information
ASSESSMENT PROCESS FOR OFFICE ASSISTANT 3:
- After the closing date qualified applicants will receive an email with a link to an experience and training assessment.
- Individuals attaining a passing score of 70% or higher on the Office Assistant 3 assessment will be placed on the Civil Service register in order of final score.
- VETERANS PREFERENCE / SCORING CRITERIA: Veterans Scoring Criteria will be granted in accordance with RCW 41.04. IF YOU ARE CLAIMING VETERANS SCORING CRITERIA PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR MILITARY DD FORM 214 MEMBER- 4* TO THE APPLICATION.
- Candidates will be referred from the register to fill vacant positions occurring within one (1) year from the date the name is placed on the register.
- All Sheriffs Office employees serve a one (1) year probationary period.
- If you have a question about this opportunity please email Civil Service at and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at at least two days prior to the need.
ATTENTION: All communication from Pierce County Civil Service is sent by email using the email address listed on your application. This may include communication that contains confidential or private information such as exam results and reasons for removal etc. You are responsible for keeping your email address updated.
At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place people are proud to call home
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Employment Type
Full Time
