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Secretary - CID

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Administrative Support Specialist

Provides administrative support to either the patrol or investigations divisions of the Sheriff's office; reviews and enters reports and case information into the computer; creates, maintains, and updates case files; prepares reports on criminal activity; types offense reports, warrants, statements, and confessions; communicates with field units using radio; searches and obtains information on the Texas and National Crime Information Center (TCIC/NCIC); and performs various clerical duties, including preparing correspondence, answering telephones, and distributing mail.
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
Scans investigative reports past and present.
Scans case information into the computer.
Posts recovery disposition, and processing for monthly report.
Maintains, and updates case files.
Generates case numbers for incidents Patrol makes reports on
Assists in preparing monthly and yearly reports on criminal activity for supervisors and Sheriff.
Answers telephone, including providing information, taking messages, and transferring calls to the appropriate party.
Greets, assists, and directs public for making reports
Scans and generates case numbers of fire reports for the County Fire Marshal.
Prepares county court summons reports for the District Attorney's office.
Looks up arrest/offense information for probation and parole officers, and makes copies as needed.
Makes copies of offense reports for complainants and/or their insurance companies.
Sorts and classifies information on various crimes, and files into intelligence files.
Ordering per Midland County requirements
Assisting in preparing travel expenses for training or school
Prepares weekly time sheets for CID personnel
Enters stolen items into national database (NCIC/TCIC)
Regular and timely attendance is required
Must possess the physical and/or mental abilities required to perform the essential functions of the job.
Shall abide by all Midland County Polices and City, County Ordinances, State and Federal Laws.
Performs any assignment issued by chain of command and/or Sheriff
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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. High school graduation or its equivalent, plus at least one year of experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certification with the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications Service (TLETS).
Criminal justice system; Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications Service (TLETS); and standard office practices and procedures. Operate computers, including word processing software; read reports, letters, and memos; write reports, letters, and memos; analyze data; operate office equipment, such as copy machine and facsimile machine; communicate effectively, both in person and over the phone; and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and personnel of other law enforcement agencies.
At Midland County, we believe taking care of our employees is essential to building a strong community. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Employees have access to competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement through TCDRS with employer matching, paid holidays and paid time off, and income protection benefits such as life and disability insurance. Additional resources include telehealth services, an Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts, and optional supplemental coverage for added peace of mind. Our goal is to provide benefits that help employees and their families stay healthy, plan for the future, and thrive both at work and at home.