Job Description

Works under general supervision of the department manager to supervise and coordinate the activities of the Jail Processing department.

Pay Grade: 51

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in a lead capacity in a jail environment; AND
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, sociology, criminal justice, or a closely related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises, plans, and evaluates the work activities for all functions of the Jail Processing department.
• Trains and coaches staff on methods and procedures used when processing inmates.
• Ensures that necessary information is communicated with all agencies regarding inmate release, court appearances, and other matter relating to inmate processing.
• Evaluates staff and make recommendations regarding performance and discipline.
• Resolves discrepancies regarding inmate classification, housing, release, or other department matters.
• Performs related responsibilities or duties as required or directed.
  

KSAs

• Basic knowledge of processing, classifying, and releasing inmates.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze data, prepare reports and assist in implementing organizational policies.
• Skilled in organizing work, setting goals and priorities.
• Ability to supervise and direct activities of a diverse staff, set standards and leads them to work together as a cohesive team.
  

Special Requirements

• Must be available to work in a jail environment.
• Must be able to work shift, weekends, and holidays
• Must have a valid Tennessee Driver’s License or secure one as of employment date.
  

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment.  The residency requirement shall  not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees.  This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department.  The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff’s Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.