Sarasota County Sheriff
Administrative Assistant III - Finance Bureau
Sarasota County Sheriff, Sarasota, Florida, United States, 34243
Salary :
$57,699.40 - $66,019.00 Annually Location :
6010 Cattleridge Blvd, Sarasota FL 34232 Job Type:
CIVILIAN Job Number:
2025-00165 Division/Bureau:
Finance Bureau Section (Cost Center):
FINANCE ADMIN Opening Date:
09/15/2025 Closing Date:
9/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
All applicants are required to upload the following documents with their application submission: Drivers License with current address, signed Social Security card, birth certificate issued by state or local government authority, High School diploma/GED, College transcript, DD214 Member-4, Name change documents, FDLE certification documents (certified positions), official arrest/charge documents. If a document does not apply to you, please upload an attachment with N/A, if a document is unavailable at the time of application, please list status of documentation (ordered, requested, in search of, etc.)
If ALL requested documentation is not uploaded, your application will not be processed.
SCSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Description
The administrative assistant will work directly with the bureau commander and lieutenants to assist with a wide variety of administrative tasks and special projects to support all sections of the bureau. Duties will include but are not limited to composing correspondence, documenting procedures, generating reports, preparing purchase requisitions, scanning, managing document retention, and other related duties. General Description of Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to: Receive, route and disperse telephone calls and/or messages. Process unclaimed requests. Compose and type correspondence and reports maintaining the security and confidentiality of such documents. Distribution of AP and payroll checks. Maintain revenue and fun reports. Accurately process travel requests. Review budget requests and assist with budgetary process. Assist with other related duties. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of general office practices and procedures. Knowledge of business English, spelling, etc. Demonstrated skill in the use of computer and office equipment to perform position tasks. Ability to multi-task and work independently. Ability to effectively communicate, verbal and written, to citizens and colleagues. Budgeting/accounting experience preferred. Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent 2 years experience (The term "experience," refers to active full-time employment, either in the same position, or directly related to the position applied for. The experience must have occurred within three (3) years prior to application with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.)
Additional Information
PG 2 Long Term Salary Cap: $80,579 Annual Work Hours 2080
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office requires all employees to have either an associates degree, 60 equivalent hours from an accredited college or university or the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test. The Wonderlic Basic Skills Test measures verbal and quantitative skills. Sworn *Law Enforcement and Corrections Deputies must achieve a minimum passing score of Verbal - 267 and Quantitative - 241. Civilians must achieve a minimum passing score of Verbal - 248 and Quantitative - 241.
*Law Enforcement Deputies/Recruits must meet additional requirements to qualify.
Local institution to administer the Wonderlic: Suncoast Technical College 941-924-1365 ext. 62322.
Fee $40 Hours of Operations: Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 3:00pm Friday 7:30am to 2:00pm. TESTING IS SCHEDULED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
If you are out of town, please contact your local technical institute. A complete report of passing scores must be submitted directly to the SCSO.
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act should you require any reasonable accomodation(s) to participate in the exam process, please advise the administering office and supply documentation so they may attempt to satisfy any special needs expeditiously.
If chosen for processing you will be required to submit to the following screening procedures: a comprehensive background investigation, a polygraph examination, medical examinations, drug and tobacco screening, psychological examination (certified and communications positions). By submitting this application you are agreeing to have a background investigator with the SCSO review any social networking websites that you might belong to. If you are not willing to submit to the above mentioned procedures, please do not submit an application.
The SCSO now offers free, onsite, confidential mental health counseling services to all employees in addition to traditional EAP services. 01
Have you used, tried, tasted, experimented with or possessed any illegal drugs, prescriptions not prescribed to you, or marijuana (or its derivatives) even in a state marijuana was legal within the last 12 months prior to this application?
Yes No
02
Do you have any tattoos on your head, scalp, face, neck, or hands?
Yes No
03
Do you have a High School diploma or GED? If you do not possess a college degree or 60 earned credit hours, the Wonderlic exam will be required.
Yes No
04
All information and documents you provide in this application must support your selected answers and will be verified, and additional documentation may be required. By completing this application and supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting what has been provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Have you read all the questions and answered them truthfully?
YES- All answers and documentation are TRUE and ACCURATE. No- Not eligible for employment.
Required Question
$57,699.40 - $66,019.00 Annually Location :
6010 Cattleridge Blvd, Sarasota FL 34232 Job Type:
CIVILIAN Job Number:
2025-00165 Division/Bureau:
Finance Bureau Section (Cost Center):
FINANCE ADMIN Opening Date:
09/15/2025 Closing Date:
9/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
All applicants are required to upload the following documents with their application submission: Drivers License with current address, signed Social Security card, birth certificate issued by state or local government authority, High School diploma/GED, College transcript, DD214 Member-4, Name change documents, FDLE certification documents (certified positions), official arrest/charge documents. If a document does not apply to you, please upload an attachment with N/A, if a document is unavailable at the time of application, please list status of documentation (ordered, requested, in search of, etc.)
If ALL requested documentation is not uploaded, your application will not be processed.
SCSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Description
The administrative assistant will work directly with the bureau commander and lieutenants to assist with a wide variety of administrative tasks and special projects to support all sections of the bureau. Duties will include but are not limited to composing correspondence, documenting procedures, generating reports, preparing purchase requisitions, scanning, managing document retention, and other related duties. General Description of Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to: Receive, route and disperse telephone calls and/or messages. Process unclaimed requests. Compose and type correspondence and reports maintaining the security and confidentiality of such documents. Distribution of AP and payroll checks. Maintain revenue and fun reports. Accurately process travel requests. Review budget requests and assist with budgetary process. Assist with other related duties. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of general office practices and procedures. Knowledge of business English, spelling, etc. Demonstrated skill in the use of computer and office equipment to perform position tasks. Ability to multi-task and work independently. Ability to effectively communicate, verbal and written, to citizens and colleagues. Budgeting/accounting experience preferred. Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent 2 years experience (The term "experience," refers to active full-time employment, either in the same position, or directly related to the position applied for. The experience must have occurred within three (3) years prior to application with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.)
Additional Information
PG 2 Long Term Salary Cap: $80,579 Annual Work Hours 2080
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office requires all employees to have either an associates degree, 60 equivalent hours from an accredited college or university or the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test. The Wonderlic Basic Skills Test measures verbal and quantitative skills. Sworn *Law Enforcement and Corrections Deputies must achieve a minimum passing score of Verbal - 267 and Quantitative - 241. Civilians must achieve a minimum passing score of Verbal - 248 and Quantitative - 241.
*Law Enforcement Deputies/Recruits must meet additional requirements to qualify.
Local institution to administer the Wonderlic: Suncoast Technical College 941-924-1365 ext. 62322.
Fee $40 Hours of Operations: Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 3:00pm Friday 7:30am to 2:00pm. TESTING IS SCHEDULED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
If you are out of town, please contact your local technical institute. A complete report of passing scores must be submitted directly to the SCSO.
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act should you require any reasonable accomodation(s) to participate in the exam process, please advise the administering office and supply documentation so they may attempt to satisfy any special needs expeditiously.
If chosen for processing you will be required to submit to the following screening procedures: a comprehensive background investigation, a polygraph examination, medical examinations, drug and tobacco screening, psychological examination (certified and communications positions). By submitting this application you are agreeing to have a background investigator with the SCSO review any social networking websites that you might belong to. If you are not willing to submit to the above mentioned procedures, please do not submit an application.
The SCSO now offers free, onsite, confidential mental health counseling services to all employees in addition to traditional EAP services. 01
Have you used, tried, tasted, experimented with or possessed any illegal drugs, prescriptions not prescribed to you, or marijuana (or its derivatives) even in a state marijuana was legal within the last 12 months prior to this application?
Yes No
02
Do you have any tattoos on your head, scalp, face, neck, or hands?
Yes No
03
Do you have a High School diploma or GED? If you do not possess a college degree or 60 earned credit hours, the Wonderlic exam will be required.
Yes No
04
All information and documents you provide in this application must support your selected answers and will be verified, and additional documentation may be required. By completing this application and supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting what has been provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Have you read all the questions and answered them truthfully?
YES- All answers and documentation are TRUE and ACCURATE. No- Not eligible for employment.
Required Question