What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intake and Release Specialist - $1,000 Sign On Incentive position at Orange County Government?
Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Job Description
General Functions
This position is responsible for processing and maintaining a variety of documents related to the intake, confinement and release of inmates that are incarcerated in the Orange County Correctional Facility. Responsibilities include updating all information that is received from the court and other criminal justice agencies in the computer case management system; obtaining criminal history/warrant information and processing inmates for release from the correctional facility.
The work is performed under limited supervision of the assigned supervisor, and is evaluated for attention to detail, accuracy and effective interpersonal communication skills.
Representative Duties/Assignments
Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.
High School graduate or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in data entry, customer service and working in a fast-paced environment; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain Florida Crime Information Center / National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC) certification within three months of employment.
May be required to possess and maintain Florida Notary Public certification within three months of employment.
Preferences
Associate's Degree from an accredited institution.
Criminal Justice, Public Administration or Social Service experience.
High volume customer service experience
Multitasking and/or attention to detail
Bilingual – Spanish/English
Bilingual – Haitian Creole/English
Application Deadline
Open Date: 02/02/2025
Close Date: 02/16/2025
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 012 - From $18.80 to $23.50
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Additional shift differential pay includes:
$ 0.35/per hour for those working B-Shift hours (hours worked between 3pm-11pm, minimum of 4 working hours).
$ 0.50/per hour for those working C-Shift hours (hours worked between 11pm-7am, minimum of 4 working hours).
Benefits
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
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Notes
Notes
Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Job Description
General Functions
This position is responsible for processing and maintaining a variety of documents related to the intake, confinement and release of inmates that are incarcerated in the Orange County Correctional Facility. Responsibilities include updating all information that is received from the court and other criminal justice agencies in the computer case management system; obtaining criminal history/warrant information and processing inmates for release from the correctional facility.
The work is performed under limited supervision of the assigned supervisor, and is evaluated for attention to detail, accuracy and effective interpersonal communication skills.
Representative Duties/Assignments
Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.
- Receives and notarizes incoming law enforcement arrest affidavits and other documents related to the intake of an inmate into the Orange County Correctional Facility.
- Processes a variety of documents required for the release of inmates and ensures inmates are released in accordance with those documents.
- Reviews arrest paperwork and court documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Disseminates inmate information to various parts of the criminal justice system.
- Communicates information to the public, court, and various agencies to confirm information and assist in the resolution of issues regarding inmate case status and court documentation.
- Enters and updates inmate information in the automated corrections management system.
- Provides information to various agencies via Teletype.
- Obtains and reviews inmate criminal history information using Florida Crime Information Center / National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC).
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Notarizes law enforcement arrest affidavits.
- Processes cash and surely bonds to facilitate inmate release.
- Ensures inmates are released in accordance with the conditions set forth in court documents.
- Responds to public records requests and completes records redactions.
- Schedules inmates to attend First Appearance Court.
- Works with the personnel from the Clerk of Court, Public Defender, State Attorney and the Judiciary to ensure court documents are properly written and modified as needed to meet custody and release requirements.
- Receives and processes a variety of court orders from the Downtown courthouse and the First Appearance courtrooms.
- Ensures inmates are processed for release in accordance with court ordered conditions.
- Processes initial receipt, review and data entry of sentencing orders.
- Performs calculations of release dates. Conducts release authorization for inmates sentenced to short length sentences; assigns sentence calculation for longer length sentences to certified staff.
- Conducts criminal history inquires to provide information regarding inmate history in order to facilitate appropriate inmate housing.
- Reviews and responds to inmate requests and responds to general inquiries to the unit from internal/external sources.
High School graduate or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in data entry, customer service and working in a fast-paced environment; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain Florida Crime Information Center / National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC) certification within three months of employment.
May be required to possess and maintain Florida Notary Public certification within three months of employment.
Preferences
Associate's Degree from an accredited institution.
Criminal Justice, Public Administration or Social Service experience.
High volume customer service experience
Multitasking and/or attention to detail
Bilingual – Spanish/English
Bilingual – Haitian Creole/English
Application Deadline
Open Date: 02/02/2025
Close Date: 02/16/2025
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 012 - From $18.80 to $23.50
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Additional shift differential pay includes:
$ 0.35/per hour for those working B-Shift hours (hours worked between 3pm-11pm, minimum of 4 working hours).
$ 0.50/per hour for those working C-Shift hours (hours worked between 11pm-7am, minimum of 4 working hours).
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays including 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Orlando Magic gyms for the whole family, free access to County Wellworks gyms.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
#INDHP
Notes
Notes
Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
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