Processing Assistant

Department: SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Date Posted: 07/14/2026

Salary Min: 43,381.00

Salary Max: 73,695.00

Position Number:

The purpose of this job is to perform a variety of office and/or technical tasks to accomplish the specialized processing of information, documents or materials. Specific assignments may vary depending on the department assigned. This position works under close general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

• Reviews documents for completion, verification, problem identification and resolution.
• Enters and updates required client data into appropriate electronic or file systems.
• Performs cash handling and basic reconciliation functions.
• Prepares statistical, financial, and/or other record keeping.
• Assist the public by receiving and providing information and problem-solving.
• Maintains and manages files.
• Composes, calculates, and determines if files require action or are in compliance.
• Uses standard office systems to establish, retrieve, verify, research, update and/or authorize processing actions.
• Sorts and prepares documents for scanning.
• Sorts and distributes mail.
• Provides back-up support when needed.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by one (1) year of clerical, office assistance or closely related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.