Corrections - Security Coordinator
Company: Travis County
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Job SummaryAre you interested in serving your community? Have
you been considering a Corrections and/or a Law Enforcement career?
If you answered yes, then you need to apply for Travis County
Sheriff's Office Security Coordinator position. This is a great
position to introduce you into the Corrections and Law Enforcement
environment. Travis County offers a premier Total Rewards package
that includes a highly rated retirement plan, vacation and sick
leave, personal holidays, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement,
medical, dental, and vision, and a free employee health care
clinic.The Security Coordinator, under general direction, maintains
accurate inventory of keys, updates and maintains complete detainee
rosters and daily activity log, and performs a variety of
administrative, skilled or technical tasks of a specialized nature.
Security of inmates and the public is a major element in the
performance of duties assigned to this job classificationMultiple
positions are available!Distinguishing Characteristics:This is a
job classification within the Public Safety/Emergency Management
job family. This classification possesses knowledge of fundamental
concepts, practices, and procedures. This classification is
distinguished in that incumbents are directly responsible for
security of the inmates and public visiting detention centers. This
classification may require work in secure facilities.Duties and
ResponsibilitiesOperates base radio within the jail detention
complex and maintains contact with all jail posts. Monitors radio
for routine and emergency transmissions.Monitors and operates
security alarm systems in the detention complex. Operates
electronic control panel for access to unit. Operates screening
devices, such as the X-ray machine. Monitors security cameras to
track normal inmate movement and identify security violations in
all areas, including MPA and isolation areas. Provides surveillance
of activity in passive dayrooms.Maintains accurate inmate count for
each unit, including individual building counts. Reports all
suspicious behavior and activity to appropriate personnel. Responds
to panic and fire alarms throughout the courthouses and other
locations. Writes reports or supplements to incidents or violations
of the law. Maintains running count sheet showing inmate movement.
Records counts at shift change.Dispatches officers to various tasks
on or off the complex. Coordinates traffic flow during detention
and other hearings. Responds to and coordinates emergency
situations.Coordinates access into, within and out of the complex.
Answers telephone and relays information between buildings,
supervisors, officers and the general public.Enters information
into computer system and drafts correspondence using computer
software. Performs administrative duties, such as filing,
photocopying, answering phones and data entry.Provides first line
of security to buildings within the complex. Assists with inmate
visitation, ensures that all visitors are properly signed in and
accounted for with appropriate identification before allowing
access into secured area.Processes new inmates by booking,
interviewing, completing paperwork, fingerprinting, taking photos,
searching inmates and takes all property, including clothes and
money to be held while in custody. Maintains accurate inventory and
account of inmate property and money when they are detained.
Returns appropriate belongings, such as money or clothing, to
detainees when released.Initiates and develops files on inmates who
participate in the weekend work release program. Conducts warrant
checks on inmates processed at both intake and release.Handles
classification and tracking of inmates who are a part of specific
programs. Completes program processing, gives orientation, and
reviews protective order information with inmate. Accepts fine
payments for inmates on the weekend program.Performs inmate's
sentence calculations and releases by reviewing court commitments,
calculating time served, tracking and projecting release dates, and
tracking credit for inmates who work upon completion of sentence.
Researches back time for credits for courts and attorneys. Audits
files, as required.Interacts with courts and other agencies to
verify defendant has been sentenced to a particular program or is
authorized for release. Contacts immigration, as
required.Supervises and monitors key control.Performs other
job-related duties as assigned.Minimum RequirementsEducation and
Experience:Must be a US CitizenHigh School diploma or G.E.D. AND up
to one (1) year experience in corrections, security or computer
operations; OR,Any combination of education and experience that has
been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and
experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient
to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this
job.Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special
Requirements:TCIC/NCIC Certification must be obtained within six
(6) months of employment.Jailer License must be obtained within six
(6) months of employment.***Physical participation is required to
obtain a jailer's license. A jailer's license is obtained through
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). The physical
participation includes defensive tactics, which may include basic
self-defense, defensive techniques, and inmate handling techniques.
TCSO will provide training for licensure.***Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities:Knowledge of:Methods, procedures and techniques used in
operating jailhouse security systems.Modern office/clerical and
administrative practices, procedures and methods related to
operating jailhouse security systems.File management and
techniques.Principle and procedures of record keeping.Computer
equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases,
presentations and a variety of software packages.Business English,
spelling and arithmetic.Skill in:Record keeping.Operating a variety
of modern office equipment, including a computer.Both verbal and
written communication.Ability to:Physically perform assigned
security duties with alertness.Use firmness and tact in enforcing
regulations.Communicate effectively with inmates.Understand and
carry out verbal and written directions.Handle stressful
situations.Establish and maintain effective working relationships
with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies,
other County employees and officials, and the general public.Work
Environment & Other Information Physical requirements include the
ability to lift/carry up to 20-50 pounds occasionally, visual
acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual
dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment.
Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching,
climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling,
pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to
perform the essential functions. Subject to continual contact with
persons accused or convicted of crimes. Subject to stressful court
environment and client and customer contact for extended periods of
time.Travis County employees play an important role in business
continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business
continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.This job
description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not
necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime
eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the
position.Work Hours: Shift Work Required, 24 Hour OperationWorks
some holidays, some evenings, some nights, some weekendsLocation:
Austin, TXDepartment: SheriffTCOLE, Physical Exam, Drug Test,
Alcohol Test, Psychological Exam Required.Criminal, Credit,
Driving, Education, Employment Required.BenefitsEmployment at
Travis County comes with a full array of benefits. We offer
comprehensive health insurance, a no-cost, on-site Health and
Wellness clinic, longevity pay, paid vacations, sick time and
personal holidays, not to mention an industry competitive salary
structure and a friendly, stable work environment.FY2022 Travis
County Benefit GuideIn this valuable Travis County Benefits Guide
you will find benefit summaries, eligibility requirements, costs,
contact numbers and addresses as well as other general information
on the benefits available to Travis County Employees and
Retirees.Credit UnionEmployees may join the Travis County Credit
Union which offers low-interest loans, savings plans through
payroll deduction, safe deposit boxes and other benefits.Deferred
CompensationEmployees may enroll in a tax free sheltered investment
plan through payroll deduction.Direct DepositEmployees may sign up
for direct bank deposit.Employee Assistance ProgramTravis County
provides a confidential counseling and referral service free of
charge to county employees and their family.Employee
OrganizationsMembership in the American Federation of State,
County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll
deduction.Employee Health & Wellness ClinicEmployees may access the
clinic for a variety of wellness program and health care services
with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs.HolidaysAn
average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County
Commissioners Court at the beginning of each fiscal
year.LongevityLongevity pay is paid for each year completed after
three years of continuous service. Peace Officers in a law
enforcement activity, whose job requires state peace officer
certification, receive pay after one year of certification.ParkingA
limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to
employees in the Courthouse Complex.Personal HolidaysRegular,
full-time employees are eligible for up to three paid personal
holidays each calendar year. Part-time employees shall be granted
personal holidays on a prorated basis. New employees earn personal
holidays for the calendar year in which he/she begins employment,
based on the month in which employment begins:January - March3
personal holidays April June2 personal holidays July September1
personal holiday October DecemberNoneNew employees are eligible to
take personal holidays after 90 days of employment.RetirementTravis
County is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System
with mandatory participation by certain classes of employees. Seven
percent (7%) of the gross salary is deducted each pay period. An
employee is fully vested after eight years of service. Benefits are
prorated for part-time employees.Sick LeaveRegular employees earn
sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited
accrual during employment. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a
pro-rated basis.Tuition RefundCertain classes of full-time
employees may receive reimbursement for fees associated with
pre-approved, job related course work completed
satisfactorily.VacationBased on years of county service, regular,
full-time employees earn vacation time at the following rates:0 to
5 years4.0 hours per pay period 6 to 10 years4.5 hours per pay
period 11 to 15 years5.0 hours per pay period 16 to 20 years5.5
hours per pay period 21 plus years6.0 hours per pay periodPart-time
employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis.Workers'
CompensationThe county provides all employees workers' compensation
coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute, if the
employee sustains an injury out of, or in the course of work.
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