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8/29/2019 - Keyboarding Clerk 1 (Part-Time): Cumberland County Jail

Keyboarding Clerk 1 (Part-Time)
6 Positions Available
Cumberland County Jail
Starting Hourly Rate: $15.97


Duties: Under close supervision, completes data entry and oversight of the systems that track inmates, inmate histories, sentences, and bail funds; prepares paperwork upon inmate admission and release from the jail; reviews all committing forms for legality and accuracy; tracks incarceration history of inmates; tracks/documents fingerprinting paperwork of inmates; reviews deferred commitments daily; reviews files, initiates warrant checks, and processes all documents for inmates prior to their release; tracks/confirms inmate commutation credits, work credits, gap time, and minimum credits; performs routine, repetitive clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions; may key enter or type various documents from copy, records, tapes, or other recording equipment; does other related duties as required.

Requirements: Ability to use the computer and phone. Ability to follow oral and written directions in a timely and accurate manner. Ability to work independently without direct supervision; Ability to work in a para-military setting. Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with the general public, colleagues, and inmate population. Knowledge of modern office methods to include experience with email and Microsoft Office products. Excellent organizational, analytical, and data entry skills. Experience with jail management systems (specifically BluHorse) preferred. Bilingual a plus.

Hours: 29 hours per week, some weekend hours required.

Note: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of physical fitness screenings and criminal background checks. This position is subject to a typing examination in which candidates will be required to demonstrate proficiency in keyboarding or typing 40 net words per minute.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and work history to:

Brittany Wiita, Confidential Assistant
Department of Personnel
Brittanywi@co.cumberland.nj.us or fax to 856-453-0361

Application Deadline: September 6, 2019


The County of Cumberland is an Equal Opportunity Employer striving for diversity in the workplace.

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164 W. Broad St., Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 453-2125