Corrections Control Center Operator

Manatee County Sheriff's Office; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement

Uniforms

Holidays 12

Vacation plan

Sick leave

Life insurance

Health insurance

Take-home vehicle

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is seeking a vigilant civilian to monitor inmate movement, operate electronic door systems, and maintain secure communications throughout the corrections facility. The role supports staff, answers calls, and coordinates safety within the jail environment.

A high school diploma or GED and a Florida driver license are required. Proficiency with CCTV, radios, and intercoms is valued, along with calm judgment under pressure and strong reporting skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Valid Florida driver license required.

Responsibilities

• Operates computerized management information systems to retrieve or enter information.
• Monitors the movement of jail personnel, inmates, and visitors within the jail utilizing closed circuit television, radios, and intercom system.
• Controls the movement of jail personnel, inmates, and visitors within the jail by controlling all electronic doors under specified guidelines.
• Reports unauthorized movements, emergency situations or unusual activities to designated personnel for response, summons deputies, fire, and medical assistance as necessary.
• Maintains radio communications with deputies in housing modules, communicates with inmates via intercom, answers telephone calls and relates information to authorized persons.
• Prepares and updates dormitory logs to reflect inmate movement.
• Controls/issues keys and maintains log of activity.
• Successfully completes all assignments to specifications, within specified timeframe and budget as directed and in accordance with agency policies and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Facility layout

CJIS/NCIC/JMS

Communication

Multitasking

Report writing

Verbal/written communication

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Judgment under stress

CCTV monitoring

Education

High school diploma

Driver license

Job description

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is seeking a vigilant civilian to monitor inmate movement, operate electronic door systems, and maintain secure communications throughout the corrections facility. The role supports staff, answers calls, and coordinates safety within the jail environment.

A high school diploma or GED and a Florida driver license are required. Proficiency with CCTV, radios, and intercoms is valued, along with calm judgment under pressure and strong reporting skills.