Booking Specialist - OC Jail

The Booking Specialist performs all clerical duties and monitors jail activities in the Outagamie County Jail.

320 S. Walnut St.
Appleton, WI 54911

Hours:  
Schedules that could be available, flexibility:
1400–0000, off Friday–Sunday
1400–0000, off Saturday–Monday

We offer a comprehenisve benefits package including being a part of the Wisconsin Retirement System Pension!

Learn more today by visiting: https://www.outagamie.gov/Our-County/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-Information

The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Maintains manual and computerized file systems for jail records, court documents, and miscellaneous accounts. Documents court information. Determines probation status on inmates, and contacts their probation officer if necessary.
• Maintains accurate inmate activity logs such as court appearances, outside agency warrants, in-house disciplinary hearings, inmate account information, etc. Issues receipts when receiving inmates' money, personal property, etc. Notifies Correctional Officers when Huber and Alternative to Incarceration (ATIPS) inmates return.
• Receives telephone calls and answers questions about inmates from family members, Patrol Officers, attorneys, the general public, etc.
• Accesses warrant information from the TIME system for inmates, and contacts counties that have outstanding warrants.
• Sorts, delivers, and distributes staff mail.  Maintains inventories of office supplies.
• Monitors jail activities through visual and audible devices, takes appropriate action according to department policy.Controls elevators and access to and from the jail, greeting, checking identification and logging of all visitors.
• Monitors inmate receiving, notifying Booking of incoming inmates and demeanor.
• Monitors jail alarms, following department policy for emergencies and false alarms.
• Position may also include maintaining accounts and managing funds for lock-up and Huber inmates, receiving paychecks, paying bills, providing allotted spending money, charging board for Huber inmates, etc.Assisting with the monthly preparation of the jail employee's work schedule, balancing inmates' accounts and depositing money, and classifying inmates in accordance with corrections policy.

• Graduate from high school or GED.

• Office and police related experience desired, accounting experience desired for utility assignments

• Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• May also need knowledge of basic accounting principles and ability to solve accounting problem.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate and complete records, and prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to maintain good composure and exercise good judgment, especially in emergency situations.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with inmates, family members, agencies, officers, general public, etc.
• Ability to organize and schedule work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
• Demonstrated ability to comply with appropriate safety regulations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics. 

Salary : $24 - $32