Job Code: 112543936
Pay Type: salary
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CLASSIFICATION DETAILS
DEPARTMENT: Sheriff’s Office
HIRING AUTHORITY: Sheriff
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time position (37.5 hours per week) The starting time for this position is 8:00 a.m.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Performs a variety of clerical accounting duties which require an understanding of departmental operations, a high degree of accuracy and independent judgment.
This position is located in the Sheriff’s Office. This Office Assistant Senior position within the Sheriff’s Office is responsible for entering payroll data, running verification reports, and splitting time to multiple funding sources in addition to the below essential functions and responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Determines eligibility for programs funding in following policies and program directives.
Performs data entry for record keeping, tracking, registration, inventory and ordering.
Maintains inventory of perishable/non-perishable supplies and materials.
Updates and maintains computer records at the office, County and State of Michigan level.
Processes invoices as accounts payable/receivable, prepare and submit requests for payment of invoices and post payments entries.
Answers procedural questions regarding various departmental functions, duties, actions and procedures, schedule appointments, set court dates, etc.
Assists customers in person, on line or over the telephone.
Receives (cashier), process and deposit payments/money for fees, fines, assessments, permits, tax payments, prepare and make daily bank deposits, etc.
Performs bookkeeping to balance accounts, requests check, make journal entries, maintain spread sheets, etc.
Prepares a variety of documents and correspondence using personal computers, printers, email, and other electronic means for Department Heads, Elected Officials, Managers, Supervisors and others.
Operates a variety of computer database software programs required for efficient operation of services.
Manages and accounts for petty cash operations.
Arranges Interpreter Services, coordinate scheduling and process billing arrangements.
Enters payroll data, run verification reports, split time to multiple funding sources.
Audits accounts (internal/external), verify debits/credits, apply appropriate adjustments and update account status.
Reviews forms, letters and legal documents for accuracy, correcting errors or rejecting forms to the originator to have them corrected and resubmitted.
Maintains a variety of department, program and office operational records including registrations, licenses, credentials of staff, attendance, property/land ownership, leases and contracts, etc.
Provides office administration and phone support to department staff, supervisors, managers and department directors.
Schedules appointments, events, hearings and or meetings for staff, consultants, attorneys and others.
Operates standard office equipment such as personal computers, facsimile machines, copiers, scanners, calculators and adding machines.
Performs related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
Required Licenses or Certifications
Preferred Education and Experience
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office with frequent contact with customers.
Bends, stoops and reaches in order to file, search for and retrieve records and documents.
Manual dexterity and regular fine-finger and hand/wrist motions are required for
operating a keyboard, writing and filing.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
Lifts, moves and carries equipment and supplies that weigh up to 34 pounds.
Operates an automobile whole performing assigned duties.
General Requirements and/or Disclaimers
Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by these statutes.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 411 (AFSCME) bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.