Records Clerk

Position Information

Testing is required for this position. We must receive your test results by the posting deadline for you to be considered for this position. Testing is conducted by the Idaho Department of Labor Magic Valley Office. Their hours are Monday –Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. To receive the testing links; call , email magicvalleymailho.gov , or visit the Department of Labor Magic Valley Office at 458 Parkview Loop, Twin Falls, .

Please note:

If you took tests through the Department of Labor for a company other than Twin Falls County, your tests scores are not automatically sent to us and you will need to mail, email, or fax them to our office before the posting deadline to be considered for this position.

Tests required:
Basic Office Skills, Data Entry (alpha-numeric);
General Typing (5 min test)

Tests will be kept on file for six (6) months. When you retest, we will use your most recent test score for each position for which you apply.

Performs a variety of duties and activities related to maintaining and updating accurate records for the jail facility.

• Responds to all incoming calls requiring action and recording important information.
• Maintains inmate file folders.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Process Health and Welfare requests (Child support).
• Process requests for Public Records.
• Separate fingerprint cards for outside agencies.
• Perform other duties and activities as directed by superior authority.
• Respond to and serve the public with courteous good will
• Data entry
• Distribute paperwork to Prosecutor's Office, Courts, State

• Perform other related duties as required by Sheriff, Support Services Lieutenant and Records Supervisor

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, verbal and written
• Sitting for extended periods of time with intermittent moving in an office environment
• Vision (ability to read small print and decipher handwriting)/Hearing (ability to transcribe via headphones/communicate via telephone and in person). Employee may be subject to vision/hearing exam.
• Manual dexterity to perform office functions (e.g. typing, filing, operating office machines, 10-key, etc.)
• Repetitive motion (typing) required
• Knowledge of computers and software
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment
• Typing skills (30 WPM). Employee may be subject to typing proficiency test.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Public relation skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to perform essential duties efficiently and accurately with little or no supervision

• Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching and lifting ( minimum 25 pounds)

• Dependability - the ability to fulfill obligation even if it means unexpected sacrifice
• Responsibility - knowing and doing what is expected
• Initiative - recognizing and doing that which is expected without being instructed
• Punctuality - being ready to begin each task at the appointed time
• Self Control - rejecting wrong desires and doing what is right in all areas
• Truthfulness - earning future trust by accurately reporting past and present facts
• Thoroughness - knowing what factors will diminish the effectiveness of the job if neglected
• Ethical - conforms to accepted standards of conduct

Twin Falls County offers a highly competitive benefits package to full-time employees including holiday pay, paid vacation, paid personal days and paid sick leave. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term disability benefits, life insurance, and a PEHP plan. We are on the PERSI retirement plan and also offer a Deferred Compensation (voluntary retirement) plan.

For specific information regarding Twin Falls County's benefits, visit the Benefits section of our web page.