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Bexar County

Records / Identification Supervisor

Bexar County, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208

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Under general supervision, is responsible for overseeing the daily filing and retrieving of criminal arrest records, crime/accident reports and fingerprint cards; supervises and trains Records & Identification Clerks, Clerks, and FingerprintExaminers; reviews and verifies documentation, fingerprint card matches and computer database information; confirms cash drawer balances; performs time keeping duties, issues duty assignments; reviews leave requests; counsels staff; testifies in court, and performs related duties as required.

Responsibilities

Oversees daily filing and retrieving of criminal arrest records, crime/accident reports, and fingerprint card matches

Supervises, trains and evaluates Record & Identification Clerks, Clerks, and Fingerprint Examiners

Provides daily work assignments, evaluates staffing needs, reviews leave requests and counsels staff on Policy and Procedures

Reviews and approves criminal records, crime/accident reports, inmate folders and/or fingerprint card matches researched by staff prior to release to requesting individuals

Verifies Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS), Texas Criminal Information Center (TCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) computer systems to ensure the nonexistence of additional charges against arrested individuals

Confirms daily cash drawer balances of monies collected from reports and services provided by the section

Assists Records personnel in resolving complex issues regarding job related and personnel matters

Testifies in court on matters related to criminal records and fingerprint processing procedures

Identifies fingerprint patterns, shapes, and basic methodology

Provides information to governmental agencies, the general public and the news media on arrested individuals and inmates

Represents the Sheriff's Office on committees, projects and work groups on matters related to records and identification

Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate and five (5) years of general office experience including two (2) years supervisory experience or two (2) years as a Fingerprint Examiner. A combination of education (at least 15 hours college credits) and experience (at least one (1) year experience as a Fingerprint Examiner) may be substituted for two (2) years of supervisory experience

Proficient knowledge of records management procedures, off fingerprint system and fingerprint techniques, of CJIS, TCIC and NCIC databases, Texas Open Records/Public Information Act; and office procedures OR must be able to obtain and maintain TCOLE basic fingerprint, CJIS, TCIC and NCIC, Texas Open Records/Public Information Act certifications within 180 days in position

Proficient skill in communication, grammar and sentence structure

Basic ability to supervise clerical employees; ability to communicate effectively in legal terminology; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to perform basic mathematical calculations; ability to operate personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside organizations, attorneys and the general public

Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from the Bexar County Sheriff's Office

Must be able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test

Must have a valid Texas driver's license

May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

May work weekends and perform shift work

Working Environment and Physical Demands

Working conditions are primarily in an office environment

Physical requirements include lifting/carrying 5-10 lbs. occasionally; visual acuity, speech, and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to climbing, pushing, handling, sitting, walking, standing, bending, reaching and twisting to perform the essential functions

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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