Jail Lieutenant
About The Position
The Jail Lieutenant supervises the processing of inmates at the Liberty County jail and coordinates booking and other administrative operations. The position performs varied administrative, management, and supervisory duties. Work is assigned by the Major – Jail Administrator through very general instructions, with completed work spot-checked for procedural compliance and the nature and propriety of results. The role directly supervises assigned personnel and may manage schedules, performance, and employee interpersonal issues, as well as recommend changes to work priorities or strategies. The position operates under state and federal law, jail standard operating procedures, and agency and county policies and procedures. Applying these guidelines requires judgment, selection, and interpretation. Work is typically performed in a jail facility, where the employee is exposed to noise, dust, and contagious or infectious diseases, and uses specialized law enforcement equipment and protective devices. Physical work includes intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching; occasionally lifting light and heavy objects; distinguishing between shades of color; and using the sense of smell.
Requirements
- An associate’s degree or equivalent experience is required.
- A bachelor’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field is preferred.
- Knowledge and competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work.
- Possession of a valid Georgia Class C driver’s license.
- Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.
- Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of basic financial recordkeeping principles.
- Knowledge of records management principles.
- Knowledge of inmate booking principles and practices.
- Skill in using computers and job-related software programs.
- Skill in using fingerprinting equipment.
- Skill in analyzing problems and developing and implementing solutions.
- Skill in preparing clear and precise administrative reports.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
Responsibilities
- Processes inmates entering and leaving the facility.
- Maintains accurate logs of inmate personal property and jail property assigned to inmates.
- Maintains accurate logs of booking activities and security equipment.
- Maintains and monitors security points.
- Prepares incident reports.
- Obtains and prints inmate fingerprints and submits them to a national database.
- Receives bail and bond monies and enters monies into inmate accounts.
- Monitors inmate safety and security.
- Administers first aid as needed.
- Searches inmates for contraband.
- Maintains accurate records of funds and medications entering the jail.
- Maintains an accurate count of inmates.
- Supervises the feeding of inmates.
- Operates security doors.
- Supervises the administration of medication to inmates.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Directly supervises assigned personnel, including management of schedules, performance, and employee interpersonal issues.
Benefits
- 401(a) retirement plan with employer match
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free term life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health and wellness program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
