Administrative Specialist (Jail Records Clerk) 10.22.25

SALARY RANGE

WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

The Sheriff's Department - Jail Division is recruiting for an Administrative Specialist (Records Clerk).

Work Schedule (3rd shift): Saturday - Wednesday, 10:45 PM - 6:45 AM (begin work week Saturday evening and end Thursday morning).

Due to the nature of the work, this position requires flexibility in working varying shifts to accommodate training needs. It also requires the ability to work some holidays and planned/unplanned overtime.
Initial training will be conducted on each of the three shifts prior to assignment on third shift.

Administrative Specialist is a professional (non-sworn) position in the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department-Jail Division. A high level of awareness and sensitivity is critical. The ability to positively interact with law enforcement employees, court officials, staff, community members, visitors and professionals from other government agencies is required to develop, maintain and successfully perform in this position.

This position enters, retrieves and interprets data from various computer systems, law enforcement agencies, Department of Corrections and the Circuit Courts. The ability to build, maintain, interpret and update physical and electronic records is essential. Key components for success include effective written and verbal communication, the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, a positive, helpful and constructive attitude, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Microsoft Word and/or Excel skills tests may be administered to final candidate(s) prior to hire.

Final candidate will need to pass an extensive background investigation conducted by the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department as well as a post-offer physical exam/drug screen.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

To view the full classification specification for Administrative Specialist click here.

Minimum Training & Experience Requirements
1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Two years post high school work experience providing administrative support.
3. One year of recognized post high school training in business, administrative professional, or closely related field may substitute for one year of the work experience requirement.

Waukesha County provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), an exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.

Employee well-being is promoted through a balanced work-life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on-site health & wellness clinic.

About Us:
Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves "Is there a better way?"

Location:
Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site cafe and fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.

EEO:

Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.

For further information visit:https://www.waukeshacounty.gov

The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.