Job Description

Location:

18100 Cumberland Road - Noblesville, Indiana, 46060

Hamilton County is one of Indiana’s fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county -- a percent that has remained constant since 2010.Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from “Best Cities to Relocate To” and “Best City to Raise a Family” to “Healthiest County in Indiana” and “Happiest Suburbs in the Nation”.Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

COUNTY OF HAMILTON, INDIANA

POSITION: Support Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Sheriff

WORK SCHEDULE: As scheduled (working up to 28 hours per week)

STATUS: Part-time

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

HOURLY RATE: $19.00 per hour

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Incumbent serves as Part-Time Support Assistant for the Sheriff, responsible for providing assistance to support department personnel.

DUTIES:

Assists the purchasing agent with maintaining accurate inventory of department supplies and equipment, and monitors expenditures, processes purchase orders, claims and vouchers.

Maintains current and working knowledge of department-related supplies, technology, and equipment.

Researches and prepares specifications for purchase of new equipment and related items, obtains quotes, determines applicability and cost-effectiveness, and makes purchasing recommendations.

Assists with maintaining the serviceability of equipment and supplies.

Assists the training coordinator with training related activities.

Validates active warrants, entering new warrants into New World, pulling served/expired warrants, and filing hard copies as needed.

Performs duties of, and backup for the warrants department, and tax warrant department as needed.

Performs various clerical duties as assigned/requested, such as typing, faxing reports, scanning documents, locating records on computer, and assisting department personnel.

Performs related duties as assigned.

I. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND DIFFICULTY OF WORK

High school diploma or GED.

Valid Indiana Driver’s License

Working knowledge of department policies and procedures and ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated tasks.
Ability to type with speed and accuracy and properly operate a variety of standard office equipment, including computer, printer, telephone, fax machine, and copier.

Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information/records according to state requirements.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and appropriately respond to constructive criticism.

Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment, and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with co-workers.

Ability to work on several tasks at the same time, and complete assignments effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions.

Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling and punctuation, and ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, various law enforcement agencies, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.

Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

II. RESPONSIBILITY

Incumbent performs standard, recurring duties according to department policies and procedures. Incumbent works closely with supervisor in determining assignments, with priorities determined primarily by service needs of the public and the agency. Errors in incumbent's work are usually prevented through legally defined procedures and are detected through supervisory review. Undetected errors may result in work delays to other agencies/departments.

III. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

Incumbent maintains frequent contact with co-workers, other County departments, various law enforcement agencies, and the public for the purpose of exchanging information.

Reports directly to Support Sergeant.

IV. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Incumbent performs duties in a standard office environment, involving sitting for long periods, sitting and walking at will, keyboarding, hearing communication, speaking clearly, reaching, lifting/carrying objects weighing less than 50 pounds, and handling/grasping/fingering objects.

APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The job description for the position of Part-Time Support Assistant for the Sheriff describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position. I acknowledge that I have received this job description and understand that it is not a contract of employment. I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.

Hamilton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.