Civilian Jailer

Summary

City JailerThis requisition expires on December 7, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date. Responsible for assisting with daily operation of the City Jail to ensure the welfare, safety, and security of inmates and staff.Essential Functions and Other Important DutiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. DUTIESProcess all incoming and outgoing jail inmates including, but not limited to, taking photographs and fingerprints, documenting markings and tattoos, completing appropriate computerized forms including arrest, biographical data, medical history, appropriate criminal charges, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) compliance, conduct search for contraband prior to escorting to jail cell, enter and remove inmate property into property/evidence room, and entering information into the applicable database.Perform and document activities to ensure welfare, safety, and security of inmates, internal, and external stakeholders including, but not limited to, controlling jail entry/exit, monitor all visitors, secure visitors and inmates during visits, supervise inmate(s) during booking process, holding, jail cell, visits, and restraint chair, conduct routine inmate checks, monitor jail camera system, prepare and distribute meals, administer prescribed medication, issue clothing, shoes, blankets and personal hygiene items, cleanup spills, waste and/or bodily fluids, and laundry tasks.Communicate with mental health agencies to facilitate and request inmate evaluations, as needed.Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/first aid and summon medical attention, as needed; notify leadership immediately of welfare, safety, and/or security issues.Complete tasks including, but not limited to, conducting Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC)/National Crime Information Center (NCIC) criminal histories, providing officers with warrant information, preparing arraignment and municipal court documents, assisting municipal judges, escorting inmates to and from arraignment proceedings, scanning e-file jail paperwork documentation for district attorney, providing testimony during court proceedings, preparing Denton County Sheriff Office (DCSO) jail booking documents, and facilitating jail transfers of Class B and higher inmate offenders.Conduct administrative tasks including, but not limited to, answering telephones, handling inquiries, submits facility maintenance request(s), completes bond forms, Personal Recognizance (P/R) bonds, cash bonds, witnessing surety bonds, accepting, and processing bond payments, sending teletypes to external agencies, confirming 24-hour inmate pickups, reconciling incoming cash bonds, ensuring the integrity of incoming cash funds, and fingerprinting members of the general public, as required.Job RequirementsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or equivalent; and,Must have or obtain a valid Municipal Jailer certification from Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEXS) within one (1) year of employment; and,Must have or obtain a valid certification from Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) within 90 days of employment; and,Must have or obtain a valid certification from National Crime Information Center (NCIC) within 90 days of employment; and,Must have or obtain Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult CPR, AED & First Aid Certification within 90 days of employment or completed at the next City of Denton offered course (online training is not valid); and,Must have or obtain a Food Handlers certification recognized by Texas Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within 30 days of employment,ORAny combination of related education and experience that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to perform this job successfully:Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local Government laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations.Knowledge of filing and record retention practices.Skill in analyzing and researching, to interpret and understand policies, laws, and regulations, and to provide workable recommendations and solutions that maintain compliance.Skill in problem solving; identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Skill at the beginner level, working with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products, and other software systems to complete work.Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.Skill in handling and deescalating hostile situations.Ability to endure verbal and mental abuse when confronted with hostile situations and people.Ability to utilize defensive and physical control tactics.Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience.Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.Ability to handle records and complex situations of a confidential nature.Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality.Ability to work independently and/or with team environment while handling multiple tasks and changing priorities with attention to detail.Ability to motivate, mentor, and train through direct and indirect influence.Ability to develop, understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures operations.Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical RequirementsSAFETYEnsure equipment is in safe operating condition; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, as appropriate and/or notify leadership immediately of needed repairs.Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to leadership.WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSafety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes.Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; use of uniform; wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; moderate stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.Motion: Moderate walking. Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding, use of mouse, and reaching.Lifting: Lifting no more than 100 pounds and carrying up to 50 pounds.Environment: Works inside and outside with exposure to inclement weather, noise, chemicals, odors, potentially hazardous conditions including, but not limited to, armed and dangerous persons, airborne particles, and communicable diseases; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings and/or trainings as required.Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work shift as designated by department based on 24 hours a day, 7 days per week operations including evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and inclement weather. Must attend regularly scheduled and special meetings.Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.CORE VALUESInclusionCollaborationQuality ServiceStrategic FocusFiscal ResponsibilityTOP TIER BENEFITSMedical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plansEmployee Health ClinicPaid Vacation Days and Paid HolidaysRetirement PlanEEO STATEMENT The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the City of Denton to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. ADA/EOE/ADEA This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Job Description

City JailerThis requisition expires on December 7, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date. Responsible for assisting with daily operation of the City Jail to ensure the welfare, safety, and security of inmates and staff.Essential Functions and Other Important DutiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. DUTIESProcess all incoming and outgoing jail inmates including, but not limited to, taking photographs and fingerprints, documenting markings and tattoos, completing appropriate computerized forms including arrest, biographical data, medical history, appropriate criminal charges, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) compliance, conduct search for contraband prior to escorting to jail cell, enter and remove inmate property into property/evidence room, and entering information into the applicable database.Perform and document activities to ensure welfare, safety, and security of inmates, internal, and external stakeholders including, but not limited to, controlling jail entry/exit, monitor all visitors, secure visitors and inmates during visits, supervise inmate(s) during booking process, holding, jail cell, visits, and restraint chair, conduct routine inmate checks, monitor jail camera system, prepare and distribute meals, administer prescribed medication, issue clothing, shoes, blankets and personal hygiene items, cleanup spills, waste and/or bodily fluids, and laundry tasks.Communicate with mental health agencies to facilitate and request inmate evaluations, as needed.Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/first aid and summon medical attention, as needed; notify leadership immediately of welfare, safety, and/or security issues.Complete tasks including, but not limited to, conducting Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC)/National Crime Information Center (NCIC) criminal histories, providing officers with warrant information, preparing arraignment and municipal court documents, assisting municipal judges, escorting inmates to and from arraignment proceedings, scanning e-file jail paperwork documentation for district attorney, providing testimony during court proceedings, preparing Denton County Sheriff Office (DCSO) jail booking documents, and facilitating jail transfers of Class B and higher inmate offenders.Conduct administrative tasks including, but not limited to, answering telephones, handling inquiries, submits facility maintenance request(s), completes bond forms, Personal Recognizance (P/R) bonds, cash bonds, witnessing surety bonds, accepting, and processing bond payments, sending teletypes to external agencies, confirming 24-hour inmate pickups, reconciling incoming cash bonds, ensuring the integrity of incoming cash funds, and fingerprinting members of the general public, as required.Job RequirementsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or equivalent; and,Must have or obtain a valid Municipal Jailer certification from Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEXS) within one (1) year of employment; and,Must have or obtain a valid certification from Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) within 90 days of employment; and,Must have or obtain a valid certification from National Crime Information Center (NCIC) within 90 days of employment; and,Must have or obtain Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult CPR, AED & First Aid Certification within 90 days of employment or completed at the next City of Denton offered course (online training is not valid); and,Must have or obtain a Food Handlers certification recognized by Texas Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within 30 days of employment,ORAny combination of related education and experience that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to perform this job successfully:Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local Government laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations.Knowledge of filing and record retention practices.Skill in analyzing and researching, to interpret and understand policies, laws, and regulations, and to provide workable recommendations and solutions that maintain compliance.Skill in problem solving; identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Skill at the beginner level, working with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products, and other software systems to complete work.Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.Skill in handling and deescalating hostile situations.Ability to endure verbal and mental abuse when confronted with hostile situations and people.Ability to utilize defensive and physical control tactics.Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience.Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.Ability to handle records and complex situations of a confidential nature.Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality.Ability to work independently and/or with team environment while handling multiple tasks and changing priorities with attention to detail.Ability to motivate, mentor, and train through direct and indirect influence.Ability to develop, understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures operations.Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical RequirementsSAFETYEnsure equipment is in safe operating condition; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, as appropriate and/or notify leadership immediately of needed repairs.Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to leadership.WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSafety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes.Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; use of uniform; wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; moderate stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.Motion: Moderate walking. Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding, use of mouse, and reaching.Lifting: Lifting no more than 100 pounds and carrying up to 50 pounds.Environment: Works inside and outside with exposure to inclement weather, noise, chemicals, odors, potentially hazardous conditions including, but not limited to, armed and dangerous persons, airborne particles, and communicable diseases; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings and/or trainings as required.Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work shift as designated by department based on 24 hours a day, 7 days per week operations including evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and inclement weather. Must attend regularly scheduled and special meetings.Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.CORE VALUESInclusionCollaborationQuality ServiceStrategic FocusFiscal ResponsibilityTOP TIER BENEFITSMedical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plansEmployee Health ClinicPaid Vacation Days and Paid HolidaysRetirement PlanEEO STATEMENT The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the City of Denton to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. ADA/EOE/ADEA This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.