The Booking Specialist is responsible for clerical duties related to processing inmates intake and release to include but not limited to processing and distribution of arrest paperwork notification of arrest to the appropriate agencies processing bond and court documents and other related duties. The Booking Specialist will also act as a liaison and point of contact for the court State Attorneys Office Parole Commission and the Department of Corrections. This position must be able to handle confidential matters without compromising confidentiality.
Education and Qualification Requirement
High School Diploma or Equivalency
Valid FL Drivers License
Basic Knowledge of and ability to operate general office equipment
Duties
Receive route and disperse phone calls and messages
Operate NCIC/FCIC computer
Maintain document files
Accept bonds and fines in relation to releases and complete appropriate paperwork
Perform processing and notification of Foreign Nationals
Coordinate and process release of inmates
Remove warrant and capias from local system
Complete court updates to include Nolle-Pros dismissals transfers and sentences
Ensure the accuracy and validity of court actions
Reconcile transportation and court lists
Monitor all cases for the SIGHT program
Review all cases during sentences update for compliance with F.S 943.01 & 775.3 F.S. 943.325 and F.S. 940.061
Receive and release inmate funds to authorized persons
Calculate jail time for each felony docket
Process all special jail audit requests from courts Department of Corrections inmates and attorneys
Resolve inmate language barriers
Process fingerprint cards
Verify inmate identity for intake transfer release fingerprinting and transporting
Ensure all updates and releases are delivered promptly for verification and release
Monitor court notifications related to inmates serving time on weekends
Input and process arrest paperwork
Prepare correspondence
Prepare bond transmittal daily and transport to courthouse with cash and checks
Prepare various audits
Generate paperwork for inmate release
Locate copy furnish info to the public and employees
Follow up on fugitive from justice paperwork
Review all arrest documents and paperwork related to First Appearance and Weekend arrests
Attend First Appearance to assist with judiciary proceedings
Monitor in state holds
Send and receive teletype communications
Inform victim of inmate release
Update inmate status and court information
Complete and update forms and logs
Facilitate all proceeding related to Immigration and Customs
Serve as a point of contact for Drug Court
Follow up on Governor Warrants
Process mail which includes out of county arrest packets
Job Controls and Complexities
Report directly to supervisor
Demonstrates a positive working relationship with personnel in the Agency
Work under various levels of supervision
Adhere to laws/agency policy/rules/ regulations/SOP/ procedures
Maintain confidentiality/security of files and information obtained in the course of employment
Maintain continuity and operational efficiency by accurate and timely dissemination of information to staff and co-workers
Provide assistance to citizens visitors employees and other public and private entities in an effort to meet their needs and build positive community relationships
Adhere to leave overtime and attendance policies/procedures (i.e. arrive promptly regular attendance at work notification to supervisor regarding absence from work due to illness or untimely incidents etc.)
Frequently performs work such as grasping pushing pulling reaching above their head and/or away from his/her body bending squatting kneeling lifting walking and carrying up to 20 lbs.
Work requires sitting standing and walking as necessary to fulfill the essential functions of the job.
Ability to communicate effectively with Agency employees various governmental employees and the public on the phone in person and in writing while maintaining confidentiality.
Effective communication skills: reading writing and speaking English; listening and hearing.
While in the office the position requires the ability to operate a telephone copier computer (including keyboarding and mouse) to enter retrieve and duplicate information.
Work under highly stressful conditions in an office environment.
Work rotating 12 hours shifts and subject to mandatory overtime including nights weekends and holidays.
Close proximity to noisy equipment such as electrical steel doors loud speakers portable radio and multiple printers/copiers.
Important Information
Regular attendance is critical to the success of this position and assignment and is required of all Agency personnel.
The list of tasks policies and proficiencies for this position as well as any statements contained within this page are considered essential. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves other employees or the public. This job description in no way states or implies the listed duties are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.
See SJSO Policy for additional information on agency expectations and Senior Status requirements
EFFECTIVE:05/18/2022
History: New Job Description format
Required Experience:
IC
Primary PurposeThe Booking Specialist is responsible for clerical duties related to processing inmates intake and release to include but not limited to processing and distribution of arrest paperwork notification of arrest to the appropriate agencies processing bond and court documents and other rel...
Primary Purpose
The Booking Specialist is responsible for clerical duties related to processing inmates intake and release to include but not limited to processing and distribution of arrest paperwork notification of arrest to the appropriate agencies processing bond and court documents and other related duties. The Booking Specialist will also act as a liaison and point of contact for the court State Attorneys Office Parole Commission and the Department of Corrections. This position must be able to handle confidential matters without compromising confidentiality.
Education and Qualification Requirement
High School Diploma or Equivalency
Valid FL Drivers License
Basic Knowledge of and ability to operate general office equipment
Duties
Receive route and disperse phone calls and messages
Operate NCIC/FCIC computer
Maintain document files
Accept bonds and fines in relation to releases and complete appropriate paperwork
Perform processing and notification of Foreign Nationals
Coordinate and process release of inmates
Remove warrant and capias from local system
Complete court updates to include Nolle-Pros dismissals transfers and sentences
Ensure the accuracy and validity of court actions
Reconcile transportation and court lists
Monitor all cases for the SIGHT program
Review all cases during sentences update for compliance with F.S 943.01 & 775.3 F.S. 943.325 and F.S. 940.061
Receive and release inmate funds to authorized persons
Calculate jail time for each felony docket
Process all special jail audit requests from courts Department of Corrections inmates and attorneys
Resolve inmate language barriers
Process fingerprint cards
Verify inmate identity for intake transfer release fingerprinting and transporting
Ensure all updates and releases are delivered promptly for verification and release
Monitor court notifications related to inmates serving time on weekends
Input and process arrest paperwork
Prepare correspondence
Prepare bond transmittal daily and transport to courthouse with cash and checks
Prepare various audits
Generate paperwork for inmate release
Locate copy furnish info to the public and employees
Follow up on fugitive from justice paperwork
Review all arrest documents and paperwork related to First Appearance and Weekend arrests
Attend First Appearance to assist with judiciary proceedings
Monitor in state holds
Send and receive teletype communications
Inform victim of inmate release
Update inmate status and court information
Complete and update forms and logs
Facilitate all proceeding related to Immigration and Customs
Serve as a point of contact for Drug Court
Follow up on Governor Warrants
Process mail which includes out of county arrest packets
Job Controls and Complexities
Report directly to supervisor
Demonstrates a positive working relationship with personnel in the Agency
Work under various levels of supervision
Adhere to laws/agency policy/rules/ regulations/SOP/ procedures
Maintain confidentiality/security of files and information obtained in the course of employment
Maintain continuity and operational efficiency by accurate and timely dissemination of information to staff and co-workers
Provide assistance to citizens visitors employees and other public and private entities in an effort to meet their needs and build positive community relationships
Adhere to leave overtime and attendance policies/procedures (i.e. arrive promptly regular attendance at work notification to supervisor regarding absence from work due to illness or untimely incidents etc.)
Frequently performs work such as grasping pushing pulling reaching above their head and/or away from his/her body bending squatting kneeling lifting walking and carrying up to 20 lbs.
Work requires sitting standing and walking as necessary to fulfill the essential functions of the job.
Ability to communicate effectively with Agency employees various governmental employees and the public on the phone in person and in writing while maintaining confidentiality.
Effective communication skills: reading writing and speaking English; listening and hearing.
While in the office the position requires the ability to operate a telephone copier computer (including keyboarding and mouse) to enter retrieve and duplicate information.
Work under highly stressful conditions in an office environment.
Work rotating 12 hours shifts and subject to mandatory overtime including nights weekends and holidays.
Close proximity to noisy equipment such as electrical steel doors loud speakers portable radio and multiple printers/copiers.
Important Information
Regular attendance is critical to the success of this position and assignment and is required of all Agency personnel.
The list of tasks policies and proficiencies for this position as well as any statements contained within this page are considered essential. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves other employees or the public. This job description in no way states or implies the listed duties are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her supervisor.
See SJSO Policy for additional information on agency expectations and Senior Status requirements
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