Customer Service Specialist III
King County
Pioneer Square, WA
Full-time
Call Center / Customer Service
Posted on March 9, 2023
Salary
$56,035.20 - $71,032.00 Annually
Location
King County Correctional Facility - Downtown Seattle or Maleng Regional Justice Center - Kent, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Department
DAJD-Adult & Juvnile Detention
Job Number
2023MH18405
Closing
3/22/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
This recruitment will establish an employment list (valid up to one year) to fill future Customer Service Specialist Ill vacancies as they become available.
This position is responsible for providing routine assistance to jail operations in the areas of cashiering, responding to telephone calls, handling, and maintaining inmates' personal property, commissary, and public receptionist responsibilities at the facilities visitation window. Job duties and responsibilities require considerable physical activity, which may include moderate to strenuous lifting. Employees may supervise inmate workers in performing assigned work and must interact with inmates, corrections staff, and the general public on a regular basis.
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is a department of over 900 employees consisting of five divisions: Seattle and Kent Detention Facilities, Juvenile Detention, Community Corrections and Administration, and includes positions represented by eleven bargaining units, in para-military hierarchal structure, (chain-of command) environment.
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is a professional and nationally recognized organization that supports safe, vibrant, and healthy communities in partnership with other criminal justice and human service agencies. DAJD contributes to the public safety of the citizens of King County and Washington State by operating safe, secure, and humane detention facilities and community corrections programs, in an innovative and cost-effective manner.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates. Internal consideration may be given to current DAJD and King County employees. Applicants requesting Veteran's Preference must provide a copy of their DD-214, a scanned copy (pdf format) will suffice for this purpose.
HOW TO APPLY: Completion of the entire King County application and supplemental questionnaire is required. Do not state "see resume" in employment history and/or supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or letter of interest alone will not substitute for full application. Online applications are preferred. For assistance with the online application process, please contact NEOGOV (Governmentjobs.com) Customer Support toll free at: 1 877-204-4442. To apply, go to: http://www.kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/careers/jobs.aspx
WORK LOCATION: Employees may be assigned to either of two work locations: The Seattle Division, King County Correctional Facility in downtown Seattle, or, the Kent Division, Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. Facility/assignments (both locations and shifts) are based on staffing needs of the department and subject to collective bargaining unit bid processes.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Candidates must be willing and able to work in all areas of the facilities including work in confined spaces of a secured adult detention facility. Incumbent will have direct contact with inmates and the public on a daily basis and may be exposed to a variety of potentially volatile and dangerous situations, including exposure to bio-hazardous material.
WORK SCHEDULE: This is a 40-hour work week, overtime eligible position. Incumbent must be able to work varied shifts which include days, swing, graveyard, holidays, weekends, and mandatory overtime. Facilities are operational 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
Facility/assignments (both locations and shifts) are based on staffing needs of the department and subject to collective bargaining unit bid processes.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by Public Safety Employees Union - Non Commissioned - Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention.
TESTING INFORMATION: This position will require technical tests and interview.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Questions regarding this announcement or position may be directed to Morgan Knight Hermann, DAJD HR Analyst, at 206-477-9092 or mhermann@kingcounty.gov .
Job Duties
Applicants should have training or work experience that indicates ability to perform the job assignments stated above. Including, two or more year's cashiering, banking, or finance experience and two or more years customer service/receptionist experience (i.e., answering phones, greeting clients, directing calls and visitors accordingly).
Necessary Special Requirements: The person selected for this position will be required to complete a thorough background investigation process, including fingerprinting, criminal history check, a polygraph examination and reference checks. A valid Washington State Driver's License or alternate ability to travel around the county by time of hire.
Certification Requirements: CJIS certification is required from date of hire, training is provided on the job. Incumbents must be recertified on a set schedule.
Selection Process: Your application must provide clear and detailed information on your relevant education, training, work experience and history. Your application materials must validate your answers to the supplemental questions. If your answers cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be further screened using additional screening processes, skills assessment tests and/or interviews.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$56,035.20 - $71,032.00 Annually
Location
King County Correctional Facility - Downtown Seattle or Maleng Regional Justice Center - Kent, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Department
DAJD-Adult & Juvnile Detention
Job Number
2023MH18405
Closing
3/22/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
This recruitment will establish an employment list (valid up to one year) to fill future Customer Service Specialist Ill vacancies as they become available.
This position is responsible for providing routine assistance to jail operations in the areas of cashiering, responding to telephone calls, handling, and maintaining inmates' personal property, commissary, and public receptionist responsibilities at the facilities visitation window. Job duties and responsibilities require considerable physical activity, which may include moderate to strenuous lifting. Employees may supervise inmate workers in performing assigned work and must interact with inmates, corrections staff, and the general public on a regular basis.
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is a department of over 900 employees consisting of five divisions: Seattle and Kent Detention Facilities, Juvenile Detention, Community Corrections and Administration, and includes positions represented by eleven bargaining units, in para-military hierarchal structure, (chain-of command) environment.
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is a professional and nationally recognized organization that supports safe, vibrant, and healthy communities in partnership with other criminal justice and human service agencies. DAJD contributes to the public safety of the citizens of King County and Washington State by operating safe, secure, and humane detention facilities and community corrections programs, in an innovative and cost-effective manner.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates. Internal consideration may be given to current DAJD and King County employees. Applicants requesting Veteran's Preference must provide a copy of their DD-214, a scanned copy (pdf format) will suffice for this purpose.
HOW TO APPLY: Completion of the entire King County application and supplemental questionnaire is required. Do not state "see resume" in employment history and/or supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or letter of interest alone will not substitute for full application. Online applications are preferred. For assistance with the online application process, please contact NEOGOV (Governmentjobs.com) Customer Support toll free at: 1 877-204-4442. To apply, go to: http://www.kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/careers/jobs.aspx
WORK LOCATION: Employees may be assigned to either of two work locations: The Seattle Division, King County Correctional Facility in downtown Seattle, or, the Kent Division, Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. Facility/assignments (both locations and shifts) are based on staffing needs of the department and subject to collective bargaining unit bid processes.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Candidates must be willing and able to work in all areas of the facilities including work in confined spaces of a secured adult detention facility. Incumbent will have direct contact with inmates and the public on a daily basis and may be exposed to a variety of potentially volatile and dangerous situations, including exposure to bio-hazardous material.
WORK SCHEDULE: This is a 40-hour work week, overtime eligible position. Incumbent must be able to work varied shifts which include days, swing, graveyard, holidays, weekends, and mandatory overtime. Facilities are operational 24 hours per day, seven days per week.
Facility/assignments (both locations and shifts) are based on staffing needs of the department and subject to collective bargaining unit bid processes.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by Public Safety Employees Union - Non Commissioned - Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention.
TESTING INFORMATION: This position will require technical tests and interview.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Questions regarding this announcement or position may be directed to Morgan Knight Hermann, DAJD HR Analyst, at 206-477-9092 or mhermann@kingcounty.gov .
Job Duties
- Receive, store, and issue a variety of materials, supplies, clothing, and linens; inventory inmate personal property; package and label property.
- Maintain security of records and personal property associated with these processes.
- Provide program-specific information such as rules, regulations, and policies; to customers via in-person, or telephone, including greeting visitors, screening calls, directing and responding to public and internal requests.
- Accurately receive, inventory, store, and release inmates' personal property, cash/checks, jewelry, and other valuables.
- Accurately receive and process bail monies and official paperwork for inmates.
- Receive, respond, and distribute inmate service requests.
- Process inmates' money releases to the public in a timely and accurate manner.
- Maintain accurate records of inmate accounts, including cash and property.
- Maintain physical security of property room area and control of the commissary.
- Enter and retrieve information on a computer terminal, including confidential information. Maintain accountability of the cash drawer balances.
- Collect, store, and release inmate property and valuables. Dispose of contraband items, as directed.
- Process inmate commissary orders, distribute and maintain precise records on each inmate item.
- Supervise inmate workers.
- Use of excellent customer service skills, including written and verbal communications, in order to work well with co-workers and the public.
- Perform routine office support duties as assigned and performs other related work, as required.
Applicants should have training or work experience that indicates ability to perform the job assignments stated above. Including, two or more year's cashiering, banking, or finance experience and two or more years customer service/receptionist experience (i.e., answering phones, greeting clients, directing calls and visitors accordingly).
- Must be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel and crawl.
- All applicants must be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
- Ability to pass examination requirements which may include knowledge of basic arithmetic.
- Ability to count cash and reconcile cash transactions, handle financial tasks with accuracy and the expectation of zero cash errors.
- Must possess strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy of recording and tracking data and information.
- Carries out all responsibilities in a professional, honest, ethical, and dependable manner. Maintains confidentiality of all information.
- Have strong customer service skills that include patience, attentiveness, and positive speaking demeanor when interacting with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and assignments as needed. Knowledge of general office procedures, policies and practices, and ability to use computers and other general office equipment.
- Prior experience.
- Banking experience, cashier experience, or experience working in a retail financial business environment (i.e., check cashing, payday loan establishments, bail bonds, etc.)
Necessary Special Requirements: The person selected for this position will be required to complete a thorough background investigation process, including fingerprinting, criminal history check, a polygraph examination and reference checks. A valid Washington State Driver's License or alternate ability to travel around the county by time of hire.
Certification Requirements: CJIS certification is required from date of hire, training is provided on the job. Incumbents must be recertified on a set schedule.
Selection Process: Your application must provide clear and detailed information on your relevant education, training, work experience and history. Your application materials must validate your answers to the supplemental questions. If your answers cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be further screened using additional screening processes, skills assessment tests and/or interviews.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.