Location: Delaware,OH, USA
Individual will work closely with all divisions and will be responsible for the proper placement of inmates within the Delaware County Jail, requiring close attention to detail and collaboration with external agencies. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED. A degree from an accredited college or university is desired. Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License and a clean criminal record. Candidate must possess strong communication skills and embrace a highly collaborative and solution-based approach to problem-solving and task completion.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Manages all documents from all sources such as, but not limited to, courts and law enforcement agencies
* Reviews and modifies all inmate files for accuracy in compliance with work rules and guidelines as well as local, state and federal law
* Conducts various one-on-one screenings and classification interviews with inmates based on the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) point additive scale system
* Receives, schedules, and maintains inmate visitation schedules
* Evaluates and assesses the risks of all new inmates based on validated tools
* Interprets and apply court orders and state codes
* Computation of jail time from being sentenced from the court
* Conducts criminal history and wanted checks
* Reviews and analyzes inmate records
* Verifies, prepares, and distributes all legal documents
* Consults and coordinates with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, judicial representatives, and agency personnel dealing with legal documents, records and other data
* Modifies inmate records and reviews inmate files for accuracy
* Supports security staff by assisting with clerical duties
* Other duties as assigned by the Sheriff or designee
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Performs related Essential and Non-Essential functions as needed.
* Participates and assists with a variety of special projects as requested
* JOB REQUIREMENTS
Equipment: Ability to use the following equipment: computer and related office software, printer, copier, multi - line telephone, fax machine, and other modern office equipment necessary to perform duties.
Critical Skills/Expertise:
* Expert level knowledge of the Ohio Revised Code, including public records rules and regulations
* Ability to follow established policies and procedures
* Ability to accurately complete, maintain and / or file records, reports and forms;
* Ability to operate a multi-line telephone system and other standard office equipment;
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
* Ability to multi-task
* Ability to develop working rapport with Office personnel and representatives of both private and public entities;
* Ability to follow oral and written directions;
* Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and records;
* Ability to organize, prioritize, and plan work / tasks and to carry out programs, policies, and administrative matters;
* Ability to work independently and achieve results;
* Ability to work effectively with the public who may be upset, distraught, irate, emotionally or mentally or otherwise unable to function within reasonable range of constructive behaviors
* Knowledge of the Sheriff Office policies, procedures, practices and guidelines and the ability to apply as they relate to the assigned duties;
* Must have a working knowledge of all paperwork coming from municipal court, common pleas court, probation or parole offices, and/or any other document in regards to an inmate incarcerated in the Delaware County Jail.
II. RESPONSIBILITY
Individual carries out routine or recurring assignments or tasks. Errors usually result in loss of time in other organizational units, causing substantial inconvenience to the public or embarrassment to the employing organization.
III. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIP
Contact is with co-workers, employees from public and private sector organizations and with the general public. The purpose of these contacts is to give and receive factual information about work performed.
IV. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Requirements: The physical requirements of the position are identified as sedentary work, which may require the lifting of up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
Physical Activity: The physical activities of the position are typing, talking, hearing, listening, reaching and walking.
Visual Activity: The minimum visual activity of the job is close to the eyes, and requires viewing a computer terminal and proofreading information.
Job Location: The minimum work conditions for the position indicate that the individual is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Individual may be exposed to inmates and potentially violent and sometimes dangerous situations inside the confines of the jail.
Equal Opportunity Employer
M/F/D/V