Data Entry Clerk

Data Entry Clerk Salary $55,913.20 - $57,452.40 Annually Location El Paso County, Colorado Springs, CO Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2600224 Department Sheriff's Office Division Detention Bureau Opening Date 05/23/2026 Closing Date 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Non-Exempt Description Benefits Questions Need help with applying? Visit our Talent Acquisition page here for application guidance and resources. VISION El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery. PURPOSE We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive. VALUES Service Focused

• Collaborative
• Accountable
• Trustworthy
• Transparent Job Summary Base pay for this position will be $55,913.

20 annually. The Sheriff's Office provides public safety at all times and therefore every position is deemed essential. All positions are in-person and not eligible for remote work. Every position is also subject to recall based on the needs of the Office to keep the community safe. This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm , subject to change. Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of applicants. Provides data entry and administrative office assistance for the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Medication Assisted Treatment and Substance Use Disorder treatment programs at the El Paso County Criminal Justice Center (CJC). Monitors multiple state and county databases to ensure statistical program data accuracy. This position assists in supporting intake processes and non-clinical case support to incarcerated citizens with identified substance use disorder (SUD) diagnoses, under the direction of clinical staff. This position is subject to grant funding. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Monitors State-based Civicore and program databases for accuracy. Enters client demographic and screening results in program databases to create initial client profile. Completes intake-related non-clinical paperwork with incarcerated citizens, ensuring all required documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner. Completes tracking for post-release client follow-up to identify needs for additional aftercare assistance from a program counselor. Assists in the coordination of services and resource navigation under the direction of clinical or program staff. Communicates with incarcerated citizens for documentation to obtain signature or updated screening results. Provides non-clinical program information to incarcerated citizens regarding MAT and SUD services Develops reports outlining program statistical data such as program recidivism, demographic reports, and services provided. Performs general administrative tasks, including scanning client files, filing, making copies, and call routing. Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must possess strong data entry skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office software, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment. Must be detail oriented and be able to accurately and efficiently complete paperwork, reports, and documentation. in applicable databases. Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality. Ability to assess situations and make practical and appropriate decisions by applying conflict resolution and problem-solving skills. Ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner. Ability to efficiently plan, schedule, and organize. Must be able to provide professional, courteous, and responsive customer service in all interactions. Must be able to work effectively with incarcerated individuals and provide appropriate trauma-informed support. Must have basic knowledge of substance use disorders, recovery principles, and community-based resources to support individuals with SUD diagnoses. Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent education. One year of related administrative and data entry experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, including reading, writing, speaking, and translation. Experience working with justice-involved populations, human services, behavioral health, or case management support is preferred. Coursework or experience in behavioral health, substance use disorders, criminal justice, or a related field.

Licenses/Certificates:

Must obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Compliance within six months of employment. Pre-Employment Requirements Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, truth verification examination, Tuberculosis testing, and drug screen. Work Conditions Duties are primarily performed in an office environment in a correctional/detention facility. May encounter some hazards to personal safety through contact with potentially violent incarcerated citizens. Must be available to work variable hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. Sheriff's Office employees must complete tuberculosis testing as applicable to the specific position prior to job assignment and periodic testing thereafter. El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer. El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.

Sheriff's Office Employees:

https://epcsheriffsoffice.com/employment/ 01 How did you learn of this position? I am currently employed by the Sheriff's Office I am currently employed by El Paso County El Paso County Website Indeed.com Employee Referral Social Media (Twitter/Facebook) LinkedIn University/College Career Site Industry-specific Career Site Professional Membership Career Site Career Fair Other 02 Please select your highest level of education: High school diploma or equivalent education Associate's degree Bachelor's degree currently in progress Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher None of the above 03 If applicable, please specify the major associated with your college degree. 04 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent education? Yes No 05 Do you have a minimum of one year of administrative and data entry experience? Yes No 06 Please describe your related professional experience in administrative and data entry work. 07 Do you have experience working with justice-involved populations, human services, behavioral health, or case management support? Yes No 08 Please describe your experience working with justice-involved populations, human services, behavioral health, or case management support. 09 Do you have coursework or experience in behavioral health, substance use disorders, criminal justice, or a related field? Yes No 10 Please describe your coursework or experience in behavioral health, substance use disorders, criminal justice, or a related field. 11 Do you have bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, including reading, writing, speaking, and translation? Yes No 12 Please share why you want the position of Data Entry Clerk with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. 13 Have you read, and do you accept the work conditions as outlined in the job posting? Yes No 14 The Sheriff's Office employs a "non-release" hostage policy. This means that in the event you are taken hostage, either inside or outside of a Sheriff's Office facility (vehicles included), we would do everything within our power in order to secure your release; however, we would never release an inmate or prisoner. Can you work in an environment that operates under a policy such as this? Yes No Required Question Employer El Paso County (CO) Department Sheriff's Office Address El Paso Office of the Sheriff 27 East Vermijo Avenue Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903 Website https://www.epcsheriffsoffice.com/