What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inmate Service Technician position at Jefferson County Sheriff's Office?
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The Inmate Services Technician performs specialized administrative and accounting work for the Detention Services Division of the Sheriff's Office. This position serves as the first level for intake of arrestees, inmate money and property, and maintains jail records throughout the inmate’s incarceration. This position is responsible for calculating an inmate’s release date in accordance with applicable statutes, as well as determining whether an inmate is eligible for release from custody. This position schedules court appearances and prepares various documents and reports for the courts and other governmental agencies. This position is required to notify victims, other County agencies, municipalities, or health facilities of inmate releases. This position is also responsible for, analyzing, monitoring and updating the custody status, charges, bonds, and cash account balances for inmates throughout their incarceration, which results in interaction with inmate detainees. Employee is responsible for balancing average daily deposits. Utilizes multiple computer-based systems to enter, retrieve information relative to the inmate population, and to compile statistical data. Work also involves collecting cash from the general-public and inmates, preparing deposits. This position is tasked with answering incoming calls; receiving the public for inmate issues or problems; and authorizing and monitoring non-professional visits for inmate detainees. This position is subject to the usual hazards of contact with jail inmates. Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 01/29/25Division: Sheriff Detentions DivisionManagement Level: Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours: 40Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. Description: Oversee inmate intake and release by reviewing file to determine if stipulations for booking and release are satisfied. Release inmate property and funds upon verifying paperwork accuracy and completeness. Prepare surety or cash bonds for release. Release all inmate property. Process various charges to inmate cash accounts. Maintain database information by calculating, awarding good time, accounting for mandatory time and verifying inmate release dates. Analyze documents and enter into system. Add and release charges to inmate file. Prepare documents for inmate release upon verifying all inmate data. Interact with inmate to verify information, dates and charges. Convey inmate information by responding to inquiries regarding inmate details. Respond to questions regarding inmate sentencing and other situations. Schedule and document inmate court appearances. Authorize non-professional off site visits for inmates. Verify visitor’s identity and eligibility for on-site visits. Monitor visits to ensure compliance with all protection orders and jail regulations. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Current Salary Range: $25.67 - $38.51 per hour or $53,395.21 - $80,092.82 annually Polygraph test at hire.CBI certification and Notary required within 6 months of date of hire.Keyboarding 40 wpm.Position required to work overtime. Shift work includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Education: GED, High School DiplomaExperience: Work Experience: Minimum one yearCertifications: Languages: Category: Enforcement & Protective Services
The Inmate Services Technician performs specialized administrative and accounting work for the Detention Services Division of the Sheriff's Office. This position serves as the first level for intake of arrestees, inmate money and property, and maintains jail records throughout the inmate’s incarceration. This position is responsible for calculating an inmate’s release date in accordance with applicable statutes, as well as determining whether an inmate is eligible for release from custody. This position schedules court appearances and prepares various documents and reports for the courts and other governmental agencies. This position is required to notify victims, other County agencies, municipalities, or health facilities of inmate releases. This position is also responsible for, analyzing, monitoring and updating the custody status, charges, bonds, and cash account balances for inmates throughout their incarceration, which results in interaction with inmate detainees. Employee is responsible for balancing average daily deposits. Utilizes multiple computer-based systems to enter, retrieve information relative to the inmate population, and to compile statistical data. Work also involves collecting cash from the general-public and inmates, preparing deposits. This position is tasked with answering incoming calls; receiving the public for inmate issues or problems; and authorizing and monitoring non-professional visits for inmate detainees. This position is subject to the usual hazards of contact with jail inmates. Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 01/29/25Division: Sheriff Detentions DivisionManagement Level: Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours: 40Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. Description: Oversee inmate intake and release by reviewing file to determine if stipulations for booking and release are satisfied. Release inmate property and funds upon verifying paperwork accuracy and completeness. Prepare surety or cash bonds for release. Release all inmate property. Process various charges to inmate cash accounts. Maintain database information by calculating, awarding good time, accounting for mandatory time and verifying inmate release dates. Analyze documents and enter into system. Add and release charges to inmate file. Prepare documents for inmate release upon verifying all inmate data. Interact with inmate to verify information, dates and charges. Convey inmate information by responding to inquiries regarding inmate details. Respond to questions regarding inmate sentencing and other situations. Schedule and document inmate court appearances. Authorize non-professional off site visits for inmates. Verify visitor’s identity and eligibility for on-site visits. Monitor visits to ensure compliance with all protection orders and jail regulations. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Current Salary Range: $25.67 - $38.51 per hour or $53,395.21 - $80,092.82 annually Polygraph test at hire.CBI certification and Notary required within 6 months of date of hire.Keyboarding 40 wpm.Position required to work overtime. Shift work includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Education: GED, High School DiplomaExperience: Work Experience: Minimum one yearCertifications: Languages: Category: Enforcement & Protective Services
Salary : $53,395 - $80,093
