| Location | Green Bay, WI |
| Salary | $16.84–$19.06 Per Hour |
Clerk/Typist II / Visitation Clerk (Jail)
Salary
$16.84 - $19.06 Hourly
Location
Jail, 3030 Curry Lane Green Bay, WI
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
202600190
Department
Sheriff
Opening Date
10/30/2026
Closing Date
11/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary
Performs varied and increasingly responsible clerical and typist work in the Jail Division, calling for independent judgment, initiative and specialized knowledge in carrying out established procedures. Works with employees and the public; may have indirect contact with jail inmates. Will be responsible for managing, monitoring and securing public and professional visitation areas to ensure facility safety. Must be able to enforce facility rules during visits, process visitors, inmate property/medications and prevent contraband from entering the facility.
Essential Duties
Maintains professional communication skills with all professionals and co-workers.
Supervises inmate visits with family, friends, and professionals.
Schedules professional visits and/or cancellations of visits.
Inspects all incoming items from professional visitors for contraband and electronic devices.
Receives, inventories and distributes approved property and medications for inmates.
Logs visitor data.
Answers and responds to open records requests from inmates.
Screens all visitors, ensuring they are on approved professional/program list: enforce dress code.
Handles all incoming packages.
Analyzes and interprets information contained in a variety of documents, forms, reports, etc. for processing.
Performs receptionist and/or counter duties answering inquiries regarding departmental policies or regulations or refers inquiries to the proper department or official.
Compiles data and prepares various reports, requiring detailed arithmetic calculations.
Files and searches records; may issue receipts and account for monies handled.
Performs routine filing of booking forms, court orders, commitments and inmate medical information.
Provides the public, courts, and other agencies with information pertinent to inmate status.
Provides daily reports for the courts, jail staff, and other departments and agencies.
Maintains accurate inmate recordsfor statistical data.
May have indirect contact with jail inmates.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Performs related functions as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent, one to two years of clerical or secretarial experience; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.
Licenses and Certification:
To possess or have the ability to complete an open records class
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to use and understand a handheld/walk through metal detector.
Knowledge of standard operating procedures in the Sheriffs Department/Jail Division.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize a computer and software.
Knowledge of general office procedures.
Skill in bookkeeping and general clerical duties.
Ability to type at a minimum rate of 50 net words per minute.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Ability to accept responsibility and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to interview and obtain accurate information from the public.
Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work the required hours of the position.
Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify%20Participation%20Poster(1).pdf
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER%20Right%20to%20Work%20Poster.pdf
Brown County offers a substantial benefit package. Here is some information:
Eligible Employees:
You may enroll in the Brown County benefits if you are an employee classified as a 0.5 FTE (full-time equivalent) working at least 18.75 or 20 hours per week.
Health Care:
Emplify Health by Bellin Nearsite Healthcare: Those enrolled in the Countys health plan can access primary care, urgent care, lab work, physical and occupational therapy services at designated Bellin locations at no cost to the plan member.
Bellin Health FastCare: This convenient care clinic offers employees and dependents enrolled in the health plan to seek care at any FastCare location at no cost.
Teladoc: Offered at $0 employee cost.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Offered through AllOne Health at $0 employee cost.
Medical Benefits:
Brown Countys medical plan is administered by UMR. CVS Caremark administers the prescription drug benefits portion. We have a tiered system for employee contributions.
Dental Plan:
Brown County offers two dental plans, Delta Dental allows you to choose any dentist while the Care Plus plan requires you to see a Dental Associates dentist.
One Pass Select gym program:
We offer a subscription-based fitness and well-being program that supports a healthier lifestyle.
Vision:
We offer a voluntary vision plan through EyeMed Insight Network.
Flex Spending:
Healthcare FSA is offered as a cost savings tool to help with common medical expenses not covered by your insurance.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Also, working for the County means you can apply for student loan forgiveness after 10 years of employment based on qualifications. Learn more here: https://dpm.wi.gov/Pages/Job_Seekers/StudentLoanForgiveness.aspx
We also offer Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life Insurance and Pet Insurance.
Employer Brown County
Address P O Box 23600
Green Bay, Wisconsin, 54305
Phone 920-448-4071
Website http://www.browncountywi.gov