Jail Processing Specialist (Sheriff) Branch: 201 Poplar Avenue Location: Memphis, TN 38103 Department: Sheriff Days Worked: Job Status: Full-Time Closes On: March 30, 2018 at 11:59 PM CST Rate of Pay: $2,522.50 Monthly

• Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education Status: Closed Promotional Details: Job Posting #18-29151 Apply Now Position Summary Works in a lead capacity in a specialized environment to perform moderately difficult specialized technical/clerical work in the areas of Jail Processing (Classification, Intake & Release). Pay Grade: 43 Minimum Qualifications 100% - 1. Three (3) years' experience processing inmates in an institutionalized environment; and 2. Graduation from accredited college with a bachelors degree in psychology, sociology or closely related field; OR 3. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience. 4. PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Reviews, analyzes and interprets documents regarding the classification and housing of inmates. 2. Assesses and groups inmates for the purpose of designating security and custody levels. 3. Designates inmates for the appropriate housing placement within the jail facility. 4. Collects and enters data, such as work history, school, and criminal background, habits, and version of crime committed and works to ensure accuracy and completeness. 5. Analyzes prisoners social attitude, mental capacity, and physical capabilities and makes decision based on data obtained in order to assign them to the appropriate incarcerated level. 6. Coordinates functions within the release area of the Shelby County Sheriffs Office Jail Division. 7. Reviews and processes documents generated by federal, state and local agencies pertaining to inmates detained in the Shelby County Jail. 8. Researches, analyzes and interprets legal documents as it pertains to inmate sentencing. 9. Compiles related information and makes recommendations in accordance with established guidelines as to the status of inmates. 10. Analyzes and interprets computer data that is generated from a variety of computer systems such as (JMS) Jail Management System, (JSS) Justice Support System, (TOMIS) Tennessee Offenders Information System and (NCIC) National Crime Information Center. 11. Prepares daily and weekly reports for court monitors. 12. Makes follow-up calls to Court Clerks Office, Attorney General Office, Department of Corrections and Other federal, state and local agencies when dealing with discrepancies on sentencing orders and/or releases. 13. Performs other related duties as required or directed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KSAs and Others -

1. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of assessing and interpreting court documents. 2. Knowledge of legal methodology and processing cases.
2. Ability to write reports. 4. Ability to work with various support agencies in exchange for information and data. 5. Possess good public relation skills with clients, co-workers, and inmates. Special Requirements 1. Must be able to work various shifts, weekends and holidays, as required. 2. Must be able to work in a secured jail environment. 3. Must pass a criminal history background check.