Lead Civilian Jailer - GT0713-310003
City of Denton
Job Description
Title: Lead Civilian Jailer
Position ID: GT0713-310003
Department/Division: Police/Support Services
Reports to: Detention Manager
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
DOT: No
Definition: Responsible for providing shift supervision of Detention Officers performing daily duties. Performs duties of Detention Officers and completes daily requested reports and
videos for Sergeant; and monitors suicidal and combative detainees. Work is performed with limited supervision.
Essential Functions:
Ensure the city jail is operated in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations related to corrections and jail operations
Supervise, train, coach, schedule, review, and evaluate the work flow and activities of assigned Civilian Jailers, emphasizing the need for the staff to carry out daily duties in an
appropriate and productive manner in accordance with applicable state laws, local ordinances and department policy and procedures
Ensure policies, procedures, and performance expectations are effectively communicated to Civilian Jailers and promote accountability among all employees in the city jail
Help evaluate and manage costs and/or make recommendations to improve service delivery.
Review and analyze data and operational procedures, making appropriate recommendations for staffing, assignments, training and equipment
Maintain liaison with County Jails, Municipal Courts, Records, and State agencies
Manage shift work schedules, overtime, and fill vacancies.
Evaluate, counsel and discipline assigned personnel
Ensure the professional development of assigned Civilian Jailers
Ensures the Detention Center meets or exceeds all county, state and federal standards.
Supervises customer service interactions
Provides testimony during court hearings as required
Oversees equipment functions and arranges for repairs, maintenance, updates, and supplies as needed for the jail facility
Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervisory responsibility over Civilian Jailers
Conducts weekly inspections and supplementary duties as assigned by the Administrative Services Police Sergeant
Additional Duties:
Responsible for the processing of all incoming inmates into the city jail including completion of appropriate computerized arrest forms, biographical data, medical history, appropriate
criminal charges and PREA compliance, and inputting the information into the applicable database
Taking photographs and finger prints of inmates including documenting tattoos
Running TCIC/NCIC criminal histories; providing officers with warrant information
Searching incoming inmates for contraband and prior to placing them in a cell
Preparing arraignment and municipal court documents and assisting the municipal judges
Completing bond forms, P/R bonds, cash bonds, witnessing surety bonds, accepting and processing bond payments on virtual merchant; sending teletypes to external agencies and confirming
24 hour inmate pickups with issuing agencies
Supervises the behavior of prisoners during booking process, holding, jail cells, and restraint chair ensuring the safety and security of the inmates and staff
Performs a variety of activities in support of jail operations, which include: washing laundry, issuing blankets, jump suits, shoes, mats and personal hygiene items; performing cleanup
of any bodily fluids or waste found in the jail environment to ensure the safety and welfare of inmates and staff in the jail
Preparation and distribution of meals for inmates in the city jail
Conducting and documenting cell checks to ensure inmate welfare and accountability
Escorting inmates to and from arraignment proceedings conducted by the municipal Judge
Monitoring the jail camera system; answering telephones handling inquiries from the public and other law enforcement agencies
Performing a variety of administrative activities including: reconciliation of incoming cash bonds, and ensuring the integrity of incoming cash funds
Controlling entry/exit control of the jail facility
Provides testimony during court proceedings as required
Administer and document usage of all inmate prescribed medication
Communication with mental health agencies to facilitate and request inmate evaluations as needed
Entering excess inmate property into the property/evidence room
Provide CPR/first aid as needed and summoning medical attention for inmates as needed
Preparation of DCSO jail booking documents and facilitating jail transfers of Class B and higher inmate offenders
Processing inmate releases from the city jail
Monitors all visitors and secures them and inmates during visits
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
High School Diploma or G.E.D
Two years of experience as a Jailer or equivalent
C
PR and First Aid Certification
NCIC/TCIC Certifications
OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies:
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
Knowledge of customer service principles
Knowledge of jail booking procedures
Knowledge of recordkeeping principles and practices
Knowledge of filing techniques
Skilled in preparing simple meals
Skilled in fingerprinting
Skilled in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Skilled in monitoring and restraining inmates
Skilled in operating modern office equipment
Skilled in mitigating hostile situations
Skilled in keyboarding
Skilled in handling cash
Skilled in reading, interpreting, applying, and explaining rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Skilled in maintaining sensitive and confidential information
Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications
Preferences:
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Conditions of Employment:
Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license
and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Must pass a physical examination
Must be able to work overtime when requested
Must meet the Denton Police Department’s Civilian Hiring Standards
Must successfully complete the employment process including a polygraph, psychological and physical examination, drug test, thorough background investigation, and social security verification
check
Must attend and successfully complete a Jailer Certification Course within one year of employment
A Personal History Statement must be submitted with each application
The city jail operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Applicants must be willing and available to work nights, weekends, and holidays AND during periods of in climate weather and
under potentially hazardous conditions
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for “how often”:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)
Task: Code:
Standing: M
Sitting: M
Walking: M
Lifting: I
Carrying: I
P
ushing/Pulling: A
Overhead Work: A
Fine Dexterity: A
Kneeling: A
Crouching: A
Crawling: A
Bending: A
Twisting: A
Climbing: A
Balancing: M
Vision: E
Hearing: E
Talking: E
Video Display: E
Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of a telephone, computer and wearing a uniform.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed inside throughout the year with some exposure to noise in order to perform the operations of the jail.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
Effective Date: 10/29/2011
Revision Date: 8/26/2022