Administrative Specialist
Reporting directly to a Sheriff's Office Manager, Commander or Paralegal, responsible for providing advanced administrative support to an assigned division. Level II of II in Sheriff's Office Administrative Specialists.
Examples of Work Performed :
- Provides direct customer service either in person or on the telephone
- Creates and maintains various reports related to assigned division
- Creates and maintains forms, worksheets, and informational materials
- Ensures comprehensive filing systems are maintained and up to date
- Assists in planning and executing special projects and events
- Assists with policy and procedure updates
- Assists in various staffing processes
- Reviews stock inventory and processes purchase requisitions for needed supplies and equipment
- Cross-trains with office staff in other areas to ensure continuity of departmental operations
- Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
- Performs special duties as assigned
Patrol Assignment
Processes Complaint and Affidavit requestsCreates Law Enforcement scheduleMaintains and organizes patrol activity logs, daily reports, incident reports, and shift summariesPrepares correspondence, memos, schedules, spreadsheets, and other documents for supervisorsAnswers phones, responds to emails, and routes inquiries to appropriate personnelMaintains and files patrol reports given by the patrol supervisors (i.e., inspections, video reviews)Assists in preparing and monitoring the patrol unit's annual budgetProcesses purchase requests, invoices, and vendor payments for patrol operationsMaintains spreadsheets and financial logs to ensure accurate spending recordsVerifies that all required fields, incident details, and officer statements are complete and accurateEnsures affidavits adhere to legal standards, agency formatting, and submission deadlinesUploads and files PC affidavits in the appropriate records management systemCoordinates with officers to correct errors, clarify statements, or obtain additional informationSubmits completed affidavits to supervisors, detectives, or prosecutors as required by protocolCriminal Investigation Division (CID) and Administrative Division Assignments
Assists in various budget related tasks including documenting expenditures and monitoring balancesMaintains equipment and vehicle inventoryOpen Records Assignment
Assists in processing and responding to Open Records RequestsResearches, prepares, and disseminates information as per guidelines set under the Texas Public Information Act and other applicable policies and laws while maintaining a high level of security and confidentialityLocates, compiles, and copies records responsive to verbal and written requests for informationReviews records in response to verbal and written requests for information to determine what information can be released, if any, under the Texas Public Information Act and other laws apply to the information requested, as directed by Paralegal; confirms the related charges for copies of and access to public information as allowed under the Texas Public Information ActReviews and prepares records under the Texas Public Information Act; reviews and processes / redacts digital media while maintaining all compliance requirementsReviews and processes Texas Public Information Act requests and paperwork for interdictions within the time restrictions set for each requestMaintains knowledge base of current laws and policies to help minimize liabilityKnowledge of Texas Public Information Act and Privacy Act laws, policies, and regulationsPersonnel Assignment
Assists in onboarding and offboarding of Williamson County Sheriff's Office employeesProcesses new hire paperwork, system access, and wallet IDsSchedules fingerprinting and drug screensProcesses Verification of Employment RequestsHeadquarters Assignment
Assists with maintaining and organizing of confidential files, correspondence, and departmental recordsTracks and manages incoming and outgoing documentation, ensuring timely routing, signatures, and follow-upsMonitors project timelines, meeting notes, and action items to assist in departmental follow-through for assigned executive personnelHandles sensitive and confidential information with discretion as neededProvides general administrative and clerical support to ensure smooth daily operations in the administrative officeOrganization Relationships
Reports directly to Sheriff's Office Supervisor, Commander or ParalegalDirect Reports NoPhysical Demands
Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting / carryingPosition may involve working day and / or overnight shiftsEnvironmental Factors
Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environmentContact with persons accused or convicted of crimesContact with law enforcement officials and publicOpen Records Assignment : Exposure to graphic reports, video, and audio recordingsIrregular Hours
Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be requiredMay be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergencyRegular attendance is requiredThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
Minimum Qualifications :
High School diploma or equivalentTwo (2) years of clerical experience in a professional office environmentLicenses and Certifications :
Required within thirty (30) days of employment :
Valid driver's licensePatrol Assignment : Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) certification, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) certification, Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certificationRequired within one (1) year of employment :
Open Records Assignment : Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) certification, Public Information Act certification, and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ICS 100, 200, and 700 certificationsPreferred Qualifications :
All assignments : Two (2) years of directly related experience to assignmentCID and Administrative Division Assignments : Two (2) years of budgetary experienceOpen Records Assignment : Associate Degree in a related fieldPersonnel Assignment : Familiarity with Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and Human Resources best practicesEmployment Testing :
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below :
Criminal background check : YesMotor Vehicle Record check : YesDrug screening : YesPhysical exam : NoPsychological exam : NoAdditional : N / ASupplemental Information :
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment