Job Description
DUTIES: Maintains accurate records and information retention systems while performing related clerical and public service functions. Receives, compiles, and processes data; updates police reports, criminal files, and firearm registrations; and prepares reports with accuracy. Assists the public in person and by phone, providing guidance on departmental policies and procedures and helping complete required forms. Conducts LEIN queries, firearm inspections for registration, and public fingerprinting. Collects service fees, processes departmental mail, operates office equipment, and trains new employees. This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. NOTE: This position will be based in Niles. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or equivalent and two years of general clerical and record keeping experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A pre-employment physical, drug test and background check are required before employment. Must be able to achieve and maintain LEIN certification. TYPING REQUIREMENT: Must have a typing speed of 50 words per minute net. If you have not taken a typing test with Berrien County, please contact Personnel by phone or email to schedule one. We are unable to process and forward your application until you have taken and successfully passed the typing test at the net speed required for the position. Schedule By Email Phone: (269) 982-8616 TO APPLY ONLINE, CLICK HERE: TO APPLY VIA EMAIL, FAX, MAIL OR IN PERSON: If you prefer not to apply online, you may download a Berrien County Job Application and send it to our Personnel Department via email, fax, mail or in person. A Berrien County job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment. Submit by Email Fax: (269) 983-5788 Address: Berrien County Administration Building, Personnel Department, 701 Main St., St. Joseph, MI 49085