Tarrant County · 3 days ago
BOOKING TECHNICIAN, Sheriff's Office
Tarrant County, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expTarrant County is seeking a Booking Technician for the Sheriff's Office to manage the booking process for arrestees. The role involves interviewing arrestees, preparing documentation, and coordinating with law enforcement and court staff to ensure proper processing and compliance with legal requirements.
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Responsibilities
Verifies receipt of correct intake documents to facilitate the initial entry of inmate information
Reviews agency teletypes, warrants of arrest, court proceedings, and other legal documents to determine what form and class of hold to be placed on arrestee
Enters and transfers legal documents and personal information required by law to magistrates so proper bond determination can be made including mental health, financial status, MHMR, and citizenship and consular information
Calculates time and money owed for court costs and determines length of time and assignment of release date based on review of legal documents such as court proceedings to comply with decisions made by courts
Recognizes and flags inmate folders as needed to be sent for determination of citizenship status by interviewing inmates regarding place of birth, social security number, and citizenship status
Photographs inmates and pulls, researches, and reviews inmates' criminal history to provide summary to classification
Updates and verifies by secondary interview that original information provided is accurate and complete
Assists with creating court docket for daily arraignments that includes verifying that proper forms have been provided to the Magistrate
Collects documents once signed by the judge to obtain inmate signatures and provide inmates with a copy of legal documentation
Assists with administrative special projects such as auditing inmate folders to determine if proper commitment, medical screening, mental health, and other required documents are present in accordance with State mandates and Jail Standards
Maintains paper and automated records
Answers phone calls and works to resolve issues related to calls from law enforcement agencies, courts, and judges
Controls and coordinates public access to inmate visitation
Coordinates with citizens and officers where inmates are housed to get visitors to the correct location for visits to occur between family, counselors, attorneys, and other professionals
Provides professional and technical assistance to the Release area of Booking including sending teletypes to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies regarding release to the appropriate agency
Performs all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) full-time year of work experience required, law enforcement and customer service experience strongly preferred
Current and valid driver license
TCIC/NCIC certification within six (6) months of employment
Ability to assume responsibilities without direct supervision
Ability to handle confidential information and criminal histories
Basic knowledge of court system and procedures
Strong ability to use computers and telephones
Must have strong typing skills and communication skills
Preferred
Law enforcement and customer service experience strongly preferred
Company
Tarrant County
Tarrant County is a government administered community that ensures public health, safety, employment, and law enforcement services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Russell Scott
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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