Office Assistant

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Under the primary supervision of the Major of Corrections, the Office Assistant is a non-exempt position under FLSA. Among other duties this position performs a variety of clerical duties including clerical and data entry, legal hearings, and reception duties for the Geary County Detention Center; and provides responsive, courteous and efficient service to co-workers, County residents, and the public.

• Answer the telephone, take messages, and transfer calls to the appropriate personnel.
• Greet visitors and refer them to the appropriate staff.
• Answer questions and direct incoming and outgoing visitors for inmates; mainly lawyers and family members.
• Control visitor and delivery access to the building.
• Monitor security cameras.
• Regular and dependable attendance essential.
• Assemble book-in data and arrest files.
• Log inmate visitation with attorneys and the public.
• Organize visits with corrections staff for inmates.
• Check for DNA on incoming inmates by logging into KCJIS-KBI.
• Use of Openfox, NCIC, KSJIS and other corrections related software.
• Ensures positive public relations with citizens and co-workers.
• Regular and dependable attendance required.

A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent required. Minimum of one years’ experience in a clerical, secretarial or administrative assistant position preferred. NCIC certification required within one month of hire.

Must reside within a 30-mile radius of worksite within 90 days of employment.