Administrative Assistant - Sheriff's Office

Employment Opportunities

It is the policy of Shenandoah County to base personnel administration on merit principles, including equitable compensation based on job classification; evaluation, selection, and promotion based on ability, knowledge, skills, and performance; and fair and equal treatment of applicants and employees in all aspects of personnel management without regard to their race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender, veteran or military status, marital status or any other status or class protected by federal or local laws.

The County provides reasonable accommodations to applicants during the application process and will ensure equal access to available positions. Please contact Human Resources at  or  to request a reasonable accommodation to apply.

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Non-sworn position assigned to the Administrative Office responsible for assisting the public and performing office related functions in support of agency operations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. The County provides reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions herein described.

• Builds and maintains positive relationships with the community.
• Handles inquiries, calls, and visitors to office – provides assistance, direction or information.
• Maintains confidentiality of information, secures and retains (or expunges) records as required.
• Creates case files and maintains associated filing systems.
• Documents or records receipt and service of criminal and civil process.
• Disseminates, enters, reports or submits required data-information to authorized agencies or officials.
• Maintains wanted person-extradition status master file and/or list.
• Disseminates criminal histories and runs background checks as authorized.
• Prepares and sends general correspondences for agency.
• Handles official mail and packages. Registers (and tracks) personnel training and maintains associated records.
• Maintains vehicle maintenance records.
• Manages grants and financial or cash accounts as directed.
• Makes purchases and manages expenditures as authorized.
• Assists with time keeping and payroll. Compiles information to handle Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
• Prepares and disseminates media releases or social media posts as needed.
• Collects and/or records statistical data-information to be released to community and others. Prepares reports, spreadsheets, charts or graphs.
• Attends staff meetings and provides periodic status reports as directed.
• Plans events or projects as needed. Provides other general clerical or file work.
• Aids with disasters, searches, special operations, and/or critical incidents as needed.
• Maintains professional appearance and keep assigned equipment in a state of operational readiness.
• Meets applicable training and accreditation standards.

High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN)
• Virginia Notary Public (if applicable)

None

The annual starting pay range for this FLSA non-exempt position is $40,705.59- $49,811.43
, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The County offers an excellent benefits package, including Virginia Retirement System, health and dental insurance, vacation and sick leave, and holidays. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screening and background check.

Qualified applicants should submit a complete application, cover letter, and resume in person or by mail to the attention of Shenandoah County Sheriff's Office, 810 N. Main Street, Suite 1 Woodstock, VA 22664. Applications may also be submitted electronically to

The position is open until filled

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Shenandoah County is an Equal Opportunity Employer