Sheriff Administrative Specialist
Overview & Benefits:
Oakland County is a progressive place to work, where innovation and ambition are rewarded. We understand the many challenges facing today's professionals and families, so we offer competitive wages and salaries, and a full benefits package with which you'd be quite impressed!
For full-time employees our benefits information can be found here.
General Summary:
Functions as a subject matter expert in utilizing Sheriff's Office software applications, third-party applications, database systems and technology to complete assignments. Maintains and updates large, mission critical database systems utilized for immediate information needs of upper-level staff, in addition to specialized divisional reports.Researches, compiles, and analyzes information and data specific to assigned area of specialty. Develops/edits reports, orders, policies, and formats as requested by upper-level Sheriff's Office staff. May Review/edit documents, videos and recordings utilizing FOIA laws and requests, and perform background investigations for the Sheriff's Office and Fire Departments.
May work with police agencies, cities, villages, and townships based on assigned location and elected officials throughout the County. Works with Information Technology to resolve technical software and hardware problems. Completes payroll duties, orders offices supes and maintains inventory for assigned area.
Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
At the time of application, all applicants must:
- Must be a high school graduate or have a certificate of successful completion of the General Education Development (GED) Test.
- Have had four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience assisting professional level staff in the compilation and preparation of divisional reports or performing data input and maintenance; at least one (1) year of which included the use of specialized departmental software applications.
NOTE: Course work at an accredited college, university, business, or commercial school in a related area may be substituted for up to three (3) years of the experience on a year-for-year basis.
Special Requirements:
A background investigation will be conducted covering an evaluation of employment, school, home, credit, criminal, military, or other personal records. Any conviction or convictions for moving traffic violations, accidents, non-moving traffic violations, or violations of other laws will be reviewed by the Sheriff’s Office before an applicant can be appointed.Information obtained during the background investigation will be considered in the hiring decision. Convictions of the Domestic Violence Statute will be a disqualifying factor.
Pay Range: USD $23.98 - USD $32.13 /Hr.
EEO and Inclusion Statements:
EEO Statement
We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Inclusion Statement
Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace.If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.