What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Office Clerk position at Norfolk County Sheriffs Office?
POSTING DATE: 12/24/25POSITION TITLE: Business Office ClerkSALARY: $62,567.96- $77,943.06 GRADE: 15HOURS: 40 HOURS STATUS: NAGE/Ad-TechThe Business Office Clerk in the Civil Process Division of the Norfolk County Sheriffs Office shall work within the chain of command and at the direction of the Director of Civil Process and the Civil Process Office Manager.STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:Administrative support: Answering phones, taking messages, sorting and distributing mail and managing schedules and calendars. Document management: Creating, filing, copying, and organizing documents, records, and reports, both physically and digitally.Data entry and bookkeeping: Computing, recording, and proofreading data; processinginvoices, processing digital payments, and performing basic accounting transactions.Office and supply management: Maintaining an inventory of office supplies, orderingnew stock and ensuring supplies are organized and available.Equipment operation: Operating and performing basic troubleshooting on officemachines like computers, printers, copiers, scanners and fax machines.Communication: Interacting with attorneys and prosecutors, employees, and vendors to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide information.Shall perform related Civil Process tasks as required by the Director of Civil Process.The Sheriff of Norfolk County reserves the right to add or delete from these responsibilities.QUALIFICATIONS:Associate's Degree preferred.Must have strong multi-tasking abilities, along with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.2-4 years business experience in the public or private sector.Extensive knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures, as related to general ledger and account maintenance required.Computer proficiency: A good understanding of general office software, such asMicrosoft Office Suite.Strong interpersonal skills along with the ability to perform routine clerical functions, including typing, photocopying, etc.Attention to detail: Crucial for accurate data entry, record-keeping, and avoiding errorsProblem-solving: Ability to troubleshoot basic issues with office equipment.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND JOB CHARACTERISTICS:Communication skillsConstant business contact with peopleFrequent communication of dataOccasional direction, control and planning activityFrequent making generalizations, evaluations or decisions based on measurable or verifiable criteriaFrequent dealing with people beyond giving and receiving instructionsFrequent performing repetitive or similar workOccasional performing under stressConstant precise attainment of set standards and/or policies Seldom noiseSeldom slippery floor hazardFrequent sittingOccasional standingOccasional walkingSeldom kneelingSeldom crouching/stoopingSeldom squattingSeldom lifting (max. 40 lbs.)Seldom carrying (max'. 40 lbs.)Seldom pushingSeldom pullingSeldom reachingOccasional handlingSeldom feelingSpecifics (i.e. distance, length of time, height, force, manipulation, sensitivity) will be provided upon requestVariably-pacedHOURS OF WORK:40 Hours per week. These hours may vary according to the needs of the Correctional Center and may be set by the Sheriff or his designee.LOCATION:Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office1255 Hancock Street Dedham, MA 02026Please submit cover letter, current resume and NCSO employment application to Sashell Thebaud, Human Resources Department 200 West Street, Dedham MA 02026, fax 781-461-1791, or via email recruit@norfolksheriffma.org.NCSO is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.M/F/D/VAll Applicants meeting Minimum Entrance Requirements will be considered for this position. Powered by JazzHR9uLCLqHAuS
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