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KERN COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT

Occupation:

Data Entry Keyers

Location:

Bakersfield, CA - 93308

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

04/13/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

CalJOBS

Web Site:

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Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

04/14/2026

Expires:

06/12/2026 Job #: 19848168 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 24 Month(s) Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Sheriff's Records Specialist

CLASS CODE 3255

Position Definition This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.

Shift information:

5% additional pay for evening shift work; 7.5% additional pay for night shift work. Applicants must be able and willing to work any shift of a 24-hour period and any 5 of 7 days. Position Definition Under direct supervision, performs technical support functions required to research and process law enforcement records within the Sheriff's Office assigned to Substations, County jail facilities or Records, which may include: interacting with incarcerated persons, criminal database verification and providing assistance to the public and other branches of law enforcement. This is the entry level of the Sheriff's Records classification series. Incumbents gather and inspect local, state and federal criminal history; apply penal codes, rules and regulations accordingly. The Sheriff's Records Specialist is distinguished from the Sheriff's Records Supervisor, which supervises and performs specialized support activities requiring extensive knowledge and experience in the area of assignment. Incumbents may be required to work any shift, weekends and holidays and may be required to work overtime and in outlying County areas.

Duties Criminal Records Assignment:

Communicates with the public, attorneys and other law enforcement agencies to provide criminal record or law enforcement information as authorized Utilizes specialized computer software programs to retrieve or enter confidential law enforcement information Receives and examines crime, incident, arrest, missing/runaway person, property, vehicle, citations, and other officer written reports for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal requirements; contacts appropriate personnel for corrections Responds to requests for information from sworn personnel in the field regarding suspects with an active warrant Provides warrant abstracts to ensure lawful detention and bookings, to both state and national agencies; acts as the starting point for coordinating extradition requests for state and national agencies Receives reports of stolen vehicles, missing persons, lost or stolen property, repossessions, towed vehicles, restraining orders and warrants; enters information into CJIS and CLETS systems. Enters and retrieves confidential law enforcement information from federal (NCIC) and state (CLETS) databases; adheres to federal and state entry and time mandates. Researches and responds to Hit Confirmation requests for all entries in the federal and state databases. Maintains current knowledge of laws regarding records information, cases, laws, and regulations that may impact work Processes and releases vehicles, reports, booking photos, Not Same as Letters, and release summaries; collects fees and issues receipts Researches and responds to inquiries for background checks and report requests Searches computer data banks to identify individuals or retrieve prior criminal records Receives and sends corrected information to other agencies and jurisdictions Fingerprints members of the public for criminal history record checks

Central Inmate Records Assignment:

Interacts with inmates during the booking process by questioning individuals who have been arrested to obtain personal, medical, and related information Processes a wide variety of departmental paperwork; ensures all documents are complete, accurate, and in compliance with local, state and federal mandates and guidelines Initiates inmate records, enters arrests, booking and release information into computer, reviews warrants and other court and legal documents to verify that they are complete and the booking information is in accordance with the applicable regulations, laws, and procedures; updates inmate records when additional information is received Reviews inmate records and revises release dates according to established guidelines; checks for supplemental bookings and holds from other jurisdictions; schedules court dates Updates automated and manual inmate record and tracking systems; receives and sends information from other agencies and jurisdictions Receives court documents and contacts courts for corrections or clarification of information Assists the public, attorneys or law enforcement personnel at the jail reception area or via telephone; responds to inquiries regarding visitations, bail, inmate status, or other inmate information Performs other related duties as assigned

Employment Standards Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent. Two years of clerical experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Certification of Typing/Keyboarding speed of 45 words per minute. Possession of Valid California Driver's License is required upon appointment for some positions.

Character:

 applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Felony law convictions will be disqualifying and expect for limited number of minor traffic offenses, misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying. Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation

Knowledge of:

 basic principles and techniques of office equipment and operations; English language, grammar and punctuation; good public relations practices; proper telephone etiquette; computer and associated word processing and spreadsheet software; Ability to: multi-task; compile information from a wide variety of criminal justice documents and databases; demonstrate good judgment in stressful situations; follow established written policies and procedures; interpret penal codes; operate a network personal computer and a variety of automated systems and databases; comprehend written and oral instructions; handle a high volume of records and files; communicate and work effectively, perform highly detailed work accurately and completely, elicit information from inmates who are hostile or under the influence of drugs/alcohol, remain calm and make rational decisions in hostile or emergency situations, tactfully and professionally with citizens and other branches of law enforcement. Supplemental A background check may be conducted for this classification. All Kern County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec.3100-3109 and Ordinance Code Title 2-Administration, Ch. 2.66 Emergency Services). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster.

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Bakersfield, CA Data Entry Keyers Regular | $21.78-$26.03 Hour Preferred Employer 2 weeks ago Sheriff's Records Specialist (shift, Tejon)

CLASS CODE 3255

Position Definition This recruitment is for a position that will work in the Tejon area. Candidates must indicate their willingness to work in Tejon, or their application will be rejected. Candidates must be willing to travel to this location. Shift information : 5% additional pay for evening shift work; 7.5% additional pay for night shift work. Applicants must be able and willing to work any shift of a 24-hour period and any 5 of 7 days. Under direct supervision, performs technical support functions required to research and process law enforcement records within the Sheriff's Office assigned to Substations, County jail facilities or Records, which may include: interacting with incarcerated persons, criminal database verification and providing assistance to the public and other branches of law enforcement. This is the entry level of the Sheriff's Records classification series. Incumbents gather and inspect local, state and federal criminal history; apply penal codes, rules and regulations accordingly. The Sheriff's Records Specialist is distinguished from the Sheriff's Records Supervisor, which supervises and performs specialized support activities requiring extensive knowledge and experience in the area of assignment. Incumbents may be required to work any shift, weekends and holidays and may be required to work overtime and in outlying County areas.

Duties Criminal Records Assignment:

Communicates with the public, attorneys and other law enforcement agencies to provide criminal record or law enforcement information as authorized Utilizes specialized computer software programs to retrieve or enter confidential law enforcement information Receives and examines crime, incident, arrest, missing/runaway person, property, vehicle, citations, and other officer written reports for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal requirements; contacts appropriate personnel for corrections Responds to requests for information from sworn personnel in the field regarding suspects with an active warrant Provides warrant abstracts to ensure lawful detention and bookings, to both state and national agencies; acts as the starting point for coordinating extradition requests for state and national agencies Receives reports of stolen vehicles, missing persons, lost or stolen property, repossessions, towed vehicles, restraining orders and warrants; enters information into CJIS and CLETS systems Enters and retrieves confidential law enforcement information from federal (NCIC) and state (CLETS) databases; adheres to federal and state entry and time mandates Researches and responds to Hit Confirmation requests for all entries in the federal and state databases. Maintains current knowledge of laws regarding records information, cases, laws, and regulations that may impact work Processes and releases vehicles, reports, booking photos, Not Same as Letters, and release summaries; collects fees and issues receipts Researches and responds to inquiries for background checks and report requests Searches computer data banks to identify individuals or retrieve prior criminal records Receives and sends corrected information to other agencies and jurisdictions Fingerprints members of the public for criminal history record checks Central Inmate Records Assignment Interacts with inmates during the booking process by questioning individuals who have been arrested to obtain personal, medical, and related information. Processes a wide variety of departmental paperwork; ensures all documents are complete, accurate, and in compliance with local, state and federal mandates and guidelines Initiates inmate records, enters arrests, booking and release information into computer, reviews warrants and other court and legal documents to verify that they are complete and the booking information is in accordance with the applicable regulations, laws, and inmate records when additional information is received Reviews inmate records and revises release dates according to established guidelines; checks for supplemental bookings and holds from other jurisdictions; schedules court dates Updates automated and manual inmate record and tracking systems; receives and sends information from other agencies and jurisdictions Receives court documents and contacts courts for corrections or clarification of information Assists the public, attorneys or law enforcement personnel at the jail reception area or via telephone; responds to inquiries regarding visitations, bail, inmate status, or other inmate information Performs other related duties as assigned

Employment Standards Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent. Two years of clerical experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Certification of Typing/Keyboarding speed of 45 words per minute. Possession of Valid California Driver's License is required upon appointment for some positions. Supplemental A background check may be conducted for this classification. Possession of a California Driver's License is required upon appointment for some positions A background check may be conducted for this classification General Requirements (Outer) Skills (Inner) Specialized (Center) 0% Occupation 0% Education 0% Work Experience 0% Location 0% Salary N/A Job Skills N/A Shift N/A Min. Age N/A Drivers Lic. N/A DL Endorsements N/A Typing N/A Security Clearance N/A Language This chart is used to compare your background against this job to help to determine if you would be a good fit for this position. You match 0% of the General Job Requirements. You match 0% of the Skills Required, and you match 0% of the Specialized Job Requirements. End of interactive chart. View Share Sheriff's Dispatcher I KERN

COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT

Bakersfield, CA Public Safety Telecommunicators Regular | $26.59-$31.78 Hour Preferred Employer 2 weeks ago Sheriff's Dispatcher I Class Title Sheriff's Dispatcher I Position Definition Under supervision, operates and controls operation of telephone and 9-1-1 equipment, transmitters and receivers in the Sheriff's Department through the use of a computer-aided dispatch system; accesses and relays information via telephone and radio messages and transfers or dispatches required Sheriff's equipment and/or personnel.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the second level in the Sheriff's Dispatch Assistant/Sheriff's Dispatcher I/II flexible series. Incumbents work in a learning capacity performing duties of increased responsibilities as experience is gained. Incumbents are required to successfully complete a California POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Public Safety Dispatchers program during the one (1) year required probationary period specified in the Kern County Civil Service Ordinance. Candidates who successfully completed the required one year probationary period as a Sheriff's Dispatch Assistant are subject to a probationary period of six (6) months in this classification. Promotion to Sheriff's Dispatcher II is considered on a merit basis subject to recommendation of the employee's department head and approval of the Human Resources Department. Incumbents in this classification will be required to work shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays. Duties Processes incoming calls from the public and other agencies for emergency law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services assistance. Answers calls for emergency and other assistance and dispatches calls to appropriate agency; answers calls from non-county agencies and dispatches assistance; coordinates multi-agency responses. Evaluates calls for service, provides information regarding laws, regulations, department policy and enters calls into a computer aided dispatch system. Operates and controls transmitters and receivers through a computer aided console system. Communicates by intercom, telephone, computer terminal and radio with base radio stations and emergency vehicles of other law enforcement agencies and emergency departments. Dispatches, directs, coordinates and exchanges messages with Sheriff's mobile units with the aid of computer-aided dispatch and console systems; continually monitors the status of mobile units. Sends and receives telephone messages, request and/or complaints and provides or refers the required information to the appropriate personnel or agency. Makes inquiries into and receives messages from County, State and Federal computer data banks through the operation of computer terminals.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Employment Standards High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent. Computer keyboard experience is desirable. Ability to typewrite from clear copy at a rate of not less than 45 net words per minute.

Note :

Candidates employed in the classification of Sheriff Dispatch Assistant must have completed the required one year probationary period in this classification before promoting to Sheriff's Dispatcher I. Appointees will be fingerprinted and will be required to pass an extensive background investigation.

Medical Examination:

A medical examination shall be conducted to verify the absence of any medical condition which would preclude the safe and efficient performance of dispatcher duties.

Knowledge of :

the basic principles and techniques of communication equipment and operations; good public relations practices; proper telephone and radio technique and etiquette; computer and associated software, and basic geography of Kern County.

Ability to:

communicate effectively using good diction, enunciation and voice modulation; obtain information, determine priorities and exercise good judgement in stressful situations; input data and utilize a computer aided dispatch system; spell correctly; comprehend written and oral instructions; keep records; work effectively with persons of varying socio-economic backgrounds in emergency and non-emergency situations. Supplemental A background check may be conducted for this classification. All Kern County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec.3100-3109 and Ordinance Code Title 2-Administration, Ch. 2.66 Emergency Services). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster. General Requirements (Outer) Skills (Inner) Specialized (Center) 0% Occupation 0% Education 0% Work Experience 0% Location 0% Salary N/A Job Skills N/A Shift N/A Min. Age N/A Drivers Lic. N/A DL Endorsements N/A Typing N/A Security Clearance N/A Language This chart is used to compare your background against this job to help to determine if you would be a good fit for this position. You match 0% of the General Job Requirements. You match 0% of the Skills Required, and you match 0% of the Specialized Job Requirements. End of interactive chart. View Share See all jobs from

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