Jail Processing Specialist (Sheriff)

Shelby County Government•Memphis, TN

About The Position

Works in a lead capacity in a specialized environment, performing moderately difficult specialized technical and clerical work in jail processing. The role reviews and interprets inmate classification, housing, sentencing, and release documents; gathers and verifies inmate information; and coordinates release-area functions within the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Jail Division. It uses data from several justice and corrections systems and communicates with courts and other agencies to address discrepancies and support appropriate inmate classification, housing, and release decisions. The position requires availability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required, and work in a secure jail environment. The role is subject to a background check for convictions substantially related to its potential duties. Shelby County residency is generally required for employees hired after September 1, 1986, subject to stated exemptions; the listed exemption categories do not include appointed positions with the Sheriff’s Office or Division of Corrections.

Requirements

Four years of experience processing inmates in an institutionalized environment; or two years of that experience plus two years of college study (60 semester hours or 72 quarter hours); or an equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required.
Knowledge of methods and techniques for assessing and interpreting court documents.
Knowledge of legal methodology and case processing.
Ability to write reports.
Ability to work with support agencies to exchange information and data.
Good public relations skills with clients, coworkers, and inmates.
Must be available to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
Must be able to work in a secure jail environment.

Responsibilities

Review, analyze, and interpret documents regarding inmate classification and housing.
Assess and group inmates to designate security and custody levels, and determine appropriate housing placement.
Collect and enter inmate data, including employment and education history, criminal background, habits, and information about the crime committed; ensure the data is accurate and complete.
Analyze inmates’ mental and physical capabilities and social attitudes, and use the information to assign appropriate incarceration levels.
Coordinate functions within the release area of the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Jail Division.
Review and process documents from federal, state, and local agencies concerning inmates detained in the Shelby County Jail.
Research, analyze, and interpret legal documents concerning inmate sentencing.
Compile related information and make recommendations about inmate status in accordance with established guidelines.
Analyze and interpret computer data from systems including JMS, JSS, TOMIS, and NCIC.
Prepare daily and weekly reports for court monitors.
Make follow-up calls to court clerks, the Attorney General’s Office, the Department of Corrections, and other agencies regarding discrepancies in sentencing orders or releases.
Perform related responsibilities as required or directed.