What are the responsibilities and job description for the Records Clerk position at Chatham County, GA?
Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. You'll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!
Description
Chatham County Administrative Services is seeking a detail-oriented Records Clerk to join our team. In this role, you will manage vital public records, provide essential customer service, and ensure the secure handling of county information. If you have a strong clerical background and a commitment to accuracy, we encourage you to apply.
Examples of Duties
- Retrieve, transport, receive, re-file, and check various public records.
- Operate and maintain a customer service counter at the Chatham County Judicial Courthouse utilizing varying office equipment.
- Use the standards and retention schedules to store public records.
- Use shredders to destroy classified documents for all departments, according to established policies and guidelines.
- Assist in recording incoming and newly produced microfilm and other micrographic media.
- Record file transaction data using computer software.
- Prepare and present accurate and reliable reports.
- Use communication and customer service skills as you interact with the public and other department personnel.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED, and
- At least two (2) years of experience in general clerical work, records management, or a related field; or
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Must be able to file and retrieve files weighing up to 40 pounds from shelves up to 10 feet high and perform continuous lifting and climbing over sustained periods.
- Must be able to type a minimum of 25 words per minute. Selected candidates will be required to complete typing and clerical testing during the interview process.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.
In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.
Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.
Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.