Sr. Office Assistant
Salary
$37,107.77 - $42,673.94 Annually
Location
Sheriff Admin, 301 North Church St., Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
037-2026
Department
Sheriff
Division
Detention
Opening Date
10/16/2026
Closing Date
10/26/2026 12:59 AM Eastern
General Statement of Duties
Performs a variety of office tasks as a generalist in support of the Community Services and Field Services Divisions. Functions include records, reports, filing, public contact, scheduling, office equipment operation, composition and other related job duties.
The standard schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. but hours and days will vary based on Forsyth County Sheriffs Office events and community engagements and will include some evenings, holidays and weekends.
Distinguishing Features
An employee in this class independently performs a variety of tasks that involve some scope or consequence in support of the Community Services and Field Services Divisions with a particular focus on Community Outreach functions and will include other administrative areas as needed. The position involves extensive interaction with the community requiring a positive, professional demeanor. Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and attention to detail are necessary for coordinating with both internal and external partners. Work requires a general knowledge of office policies and procedures, programs, organizational structure and services to communicate information. Tasks are performed under general supervision. Physical requirements of the job include, but are not limited to, set-ups and breakdowns at community events.
Minimum Education and Experience
Graduation from high school or GED and at least one year of office/clerical experience to include data entry. A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serves as unit liaison and provides information and guidance to the agency, partners and community members.
Coordinates the logistics associated with meetings, conferences, and workshops of limited scope and complexity.
Assembles and summarizes specific information from files or other resources for the preparation of reports.
Reviews, verifies, and processes office documents and performs calculations using specific guidelines.
Prepares and submits requisitions for supplies, equipment, and maintenance.
Maintains a limited budget; balances and reconciles records with the appropriate authority.
Operates a computer to type, enter, format, and store a variety of work related documentation with responsibility for choosing from a limited variety of standardized formats.
Uses word processing and other software packages and/or mainframe system to enter, update, review, edit, and retrieve data.
Establishes and maintains alphabetical, chronological, or subject matter files and records; maintains data on automated files.
Prepares routine memoranda and letters; responds to requests for information.
Screens mail, prioritizes pulls and attaches related documents, and routes appropriately.
Performs related work as required.
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Do you have a valid drivers license or can you obtain one within 60 days?
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Please list your drivers license number and state of issue. If none, list "N/A".
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What best describes your level of education?
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Which best describes your office/clerical experience?
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How would you describe your level of computer proficiency?
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Do you have previous experience working in local government?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, how many years of experience do you have working in local government and what is the agency at which you gained this experience?
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Do you have experience working in law enforcement or a public safety field?
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Which best describes you customer service skills with regard to courtesy, tact, and discretion while performing public contact duties?
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If you have experience in regards to the previous question, please describe your job duties and the company where they were utilized.
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Do you have experience working in a highly confidential environment?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, how many years of experience do you have working in a confidential environment and at what company did you gain this experience?
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Please describe your experience as a team player.
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Can you work weekends, evenings and holidays for specific event needs?
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Employer Forsyth County (NC)
Address 201 N. Chestnut St.
Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27101
Phone 336-703-2400
Website http://www.forsyth.cc
| Location | Winston-Salem, NC |
| Salary | $37,107.77–$42,673.94 Per Year |
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