St. Louis County, MN
Information Specialist II - Sheriff's Office - Jail (Duluth) (Promotional) Dulut
St. Louis County, MN, Duluth, Minnesota, United States, 55806
Skilled information processing work applying specialized departmental work rules, methods, procedures and operating precedents to perform a variety of customer service and records maintenance functions.
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
An employee in this class performs a variety of process tasks and problem‑solving activities that require discretion and factual judgments to appropriately apply established procedures, policies and practices to work situations. Duties include explaining established departmental regulations, policies and procedures; and processing information gathered from varied sources to compile departmental records in accordance with established procedures requiring the employee to exercise some judgment to adapt and apply the appropriate procedures to a variety of normally recurring work situations. The work is performed under the direction of a designated lead worker or supervisory staff. These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.
Physical Requirements
CONSTANT : near and midrange vision; visual accommodation; hear within 20 feet; grip; pinch and hand dexterity; and work inside.
FREQUENT : push/pull up to 15 pounds; lift and carry up to 10 pounds; far vision; bend neck; rotate neck; reach; sit; talk/speak; work alone, with, or around others.
OCCASIONAL : move about; reach above shoulder; rotate at waist while sitting or standing; stand; static neck position; stoop/bend; walk; right and left wrist turn; customer/public contact; work with clients with behavioral challenges; depth perception; field of vision; color vision; extended days; and drive.
Minimum Qualifications (Pass/Fail)
Permanent status as an Information Specialist I or Office Assistant; OR three (3) years full-time paid verifiable experience in a clerical support position.
Demonstrated ability to operate personal computer–based systems.
Proficiency, as defined by the Civil Service Commission, in operating word processing software.
Ability to type from clear copy at a rate of 40 w.p.m./net.
Preferred Qualifications Thorough working knowledge of legal records and terminology.
Rating Systems Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process. Points will be awarded based on the applicant's answers to supplemental questions 7-20. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.
Tentative Recruitment & Screening Process Schedule
November 10, 2025 – Applicant screening will begin.
Week of November 24, 2025 – Supplemental question scoring to be completed.
Week of December 8, 2025 – Interviews to be conducted.
Essential Functions The essential functions for this position are listed under the "Illustrative Examples of Work" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouismn .
Veterans Preference If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of the document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
Veteran: DD214 noting character of service.
Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, marriage certificate and death certificate.
Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click
Here .
Physical‑Medical Standards Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
Background Check Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County may be subject to a background investigation.
Probationary Period Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve‑month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
Non‑Discrimination St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran‑friendly employer.
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This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
An employee in this class performs a variety of process tasks and problem‑solving activities that require discretion and factual judgments to appropriately apply established procedures, policies and practices to work situations. Duties include explaining established departmental regulations, policies and procedures; and processing information gathered from varied sources to compile departmental records in accordance with established procedures requiring the employee to exercise some judgment to adapt and apply the appropriate procedures to a variety of normally recurring work situations. The work is performed under the direction of a designated lead worker or supervisory staff. These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.
Physical Requirements
CONSTANT : near and midrange vision; visual accommodation; hear within 20 feet; grip; pinch and hand dexterity; and work inside.
FREQUENT : push/pull up to 15 pounds; lift and carry up to 10 pounds; far vision; bend neck; rotate neck; reach; sit; talk/speak; work alone, with, or around others.
OCCASIONAL : move about; reach above shoulder; rotate at waist while sitting or standing; stand; static neck position; stoop/bend; walk; right and left wrist turn; customer/public contact; work with clients with behavioral challenges; depth perception; field of vision; color vision; extended days; and drive.
Minimum Qualifications (Pass/Fail)
Permanent status as an Information Specialist I or Office Assistant; OR three (3) years full-time paid verifiable experience in a clerical support position.
Demonstrated ability to operate personal computer–based systems.
Proficiency, as defined by the Civil Service Commission, in operating word processing software.
Ability to type from clear copy at a rate of 40 w.p.m./net.
Preferred Qualifications Thorough working knowledge of legal records and terminology.
Rating Systems Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process. Points will be awarded based on the applicant's answers to supplemental questions 7-20. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.
Tentative Recruitment & Screening Process Schedule
November 10, 2025 – Applicant screening will begin.
Week of November 24, 2025 – Supplemental question scoring to be completed.
Week of December 8, 2025 – Interviews to be conducted.
Essential Functions The essential functions for this position are listed under the "Illustrative Examples of Work" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouismn .
Veterans Preference If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of the document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
Veteran: DD214 noting character of service.
Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.
Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)
Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, marriage certificate and death certificate.
Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click
Here .
Physical‑Medical Standards Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
Background Check Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County may be subject to a background investigation.
Probationary Period Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve‑month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
Non‑Discrimination St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran‑friendly employer.
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