Detention Finance Coordinator - Sheriff
About The Position
Are you someone who enjoys connecting the dots, keeping things running smoothly and making sure the details truly matter? If you answered 'YES' the Wake County Sheriff's Office is looking for a Finance Coordinator who is ready to play a central role in supporting strong financial operations and informed decision-making across our department. In this role, you will provide supervision and leadership to shift staff within the Inmate Finance and Property Division, which operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You will plan, assign and oversee daily work activities, preparing shift schedules and delegating responsibilities to the Detention Finance Technician. You will be responsible for reviewing and approving time records, conducting performance evaluations and administering corrective or disciplinary actions in accordance with county policies, serving as the primary point of contact for Detention staff on duty, and facilitating the resolution of operational issues, inquiries and emergent concerns. Additionally, you will investigate inquiries from the public or inmates regarding financial or property matters and, in cases involving reported property losses, prepare and submit documentation to the county’s Insurance and Risk Management division for review and resolution.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Three years of experience in detention services
- Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
- DOCC certification
- Completion of the Annual In-Service training
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to convey information to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the message
- Ability to listen and respond appropriately to information provided
Responsibilities
- Supervise shift employees in a 24/7 operational environment
- Review staff timesheets for accuracy and approve payroll submissions each pay period
- Approve or deny staff vacation requests in accordance with scheduling needs
- Maintain accurate staff attendance records
- Asses staffing levels and request overtime authorization from management when necessary
- Communicate with the manager promptly regarding operational or personnel issues
- Serve as the primary contact to resolve issues with residents or members of the public
- Address resident grievances and assign or follow up on resident requests daily
- Act as liaison between jail staff, Accounts Payable, Records, and other internal detention personnel
- Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures
- Exercise sound judgement to make decisions in special situations not clearly defined by procedures
- Maintain adequate supplies and manage inventory records accurately
- Create and submit maintenance and technical work orders as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
