Sheriff's Support Specialist

The County of Yolo is recruiting for one regular full-time position in the class of Sheriffs Support Specialist at the Yolo County Sheriffs Office (YCSO). Interested applicants should submit an online County of YoloEmployment Application anda completed Supplemental Questionnaire.

DEFINITION
Under general supervision incumbents in this class perform and coordinate a variety of administrative support activities within the Sheriffs Office; assists with basic information technology and telecommunication matters; and performs research and other support work as assigned.

• Receives logs and responds to Sheriffs Office information technology and telecommunications helpdesk requests; troubleshoots basic concerns and requests; acts as an account authority; and coordinates requests with the Countys information technology staff; assists in new technological system implementations.
• Assists in the overall maintenance and management of the Sheriffs Office website and various social media platforms; assists in seeking out and developing relevant and interesting web content.
• Tracks and maintains computer equipment hardware software and telephone inventories; performs bi-annual physical inventory; updates records; and ensures computers have the appropriate software given the assigned staff person.
• Inventories orders and configures cell phones and equipment for use by Sheriffs Office staff; orders appropriate accessories and provides basic technical support to staff.
• Performs a variety of clerical accounting functions in support of the preparation of financial reports grants vendor cost proposals etc.
• Conducts online research on various topics such as advancements in law enforcement practices and in support of grant application processes vendor selections etc.
• Collaborates communicates and consults with other County personnel local law enforcement agencies vendors and others on various Sheriffs Office and regional law enforcement matters.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Experience:Two years of increasingly responsible clerical experience in an office environment preferably in a law enforcement agency.

License:Possession of a valid California Drivers License.

Background: Candidates must pass a background investigation as specified by the Department of Justice and the Sheriff-Coroners Department Policy.

Knowledge of: Office procedures methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing spreadsheets databases the Internet and other specialized applications related to area of assignment; English usage spelling grammar and punctuation; various forms of social media; basic record keeping techniques; online research techniques.

Ability to: Research and evaluate work problems gather and analyze information and recommend solutions; develop and maintain cooperative effective working relationships with others; communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; apply customer service skills including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met; learn to create engaging website and social media content; prepare and maintain records; prioritize work assignments; reason logically and critically.

It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.

Your application should highlight all relevant education training and experience and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the closing date. Application information must be current concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. A resume should be included with your application; however it will not substitute for the information requested on the addition to a completed application and resume applicants are required to submit a completed supplemental questionnaire and verification of education for this position. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.

Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office in any one or more of the following ways:

All required documents must be received by the Human Resources Office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail or County interoffice mail.

• Screen for Minimum Qualifications
• Screen for Best Qualified
• Department Selection Interviews
• Background Check
• Conditional Job Offer pending:
  • Medical
• Confirmed Job Offer
• Estimated Start Date: To be determined

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The average person spends one third of their life at work. Why not spend that time in an environment where you are seen for who you are celebrated for the diversity you bring and valued for your potential to contribute to an innovative and dynamic workforce Yolo County is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace which supports and values our diverse community.

Come join us! This is where YOU belong.