Criminal Justice Specialist - Sheriff's Office

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local public safety agency in Marietta, GA is seeking a Criminal Justice Specialist for full-time work. This entry-level role involves ensuring inmate security, managing monitoring systems, and performing administrative tasks. Candidates must hold a High School Diploma or GED and possess two years of relevant administrative experience. The job requires physical stamina and the ability to operate various security systems. Interested applicants should apply promptly to participate in skills testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; two years of administrative support experience preferred.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills in standard software applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the security and safety of inmates, responds to alarms, and provides information.
• Manages security control rooms and monitors inmates and security systems.
• Operates Security Electronics System and ensures the safety of facility staff and visitors.
• Operates security electronics, intercom, radio and computer terminals; monitors access and escorts visitors.
• Inspects mail for contraband; maintains files and follows procedures for bookings/releases.

Skills

Computer literacy

Administrative support experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Records Management System

Security Electronics System

Job description

Criminal Justice Specialist - Sheriff's Office

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Position Information

There are several locations within the Cobb County Sheriff's Office that the Criminal Justice Specialist is assigned. This position requires shift work depending on the area assigned. Consideration for education and experience will be given for starting salary.

Work Schedule

• Adult Detention Center: 12‑hour shifts, 0600–1800 or 1800–0600. Shift differential: $1.00 extra per hour for 1800–0600, plus $1.30 per hour for detention pay. Varied off‑day assignments.
• Warrant Room: 8 or 10‑hour shift depending on assignment. Three shifts: Day, Evening, Overnight. Evening differential: $0.50 per hour; overnight differential: $1.00 per hour. Varied off‑day assignments.
• Court Security: 8‑hour shifts Monday through Friday, 0600–1900.

Essential Functions

• Ensures the security and safety of inmates: prevents injury, responds to alarms, provides information on charges, bonding, attorneys, and personal interactions.
• Manages security control rooms, monitors inmates and security/fire systems, controls movement within monitored areas, ensures inmates are safely maintained.
• Maintains accurate counts of detainees, records and ensures current information is entered into the Records Management System.
• Performs intake and receipt of inmate property; inventories detainee property, compiles with booking, release orders, and procedures. Coordinates visitation for detainees, medical, attorneys or religious services.
• Operates Security Electronics System, intercom, radio equipment, computer terminal, telephone and key‑control systems.
• Ensures security and safety of facility staff and visitors: monitors visitor access, conducts contraband searches, and escorts visitors within the facility.
• Secures facility keys, receives status and incident reports, and follows special instructions from other personnel.
• Inspects incoming mail and packages for contraband and non‑permitted items; delivers, packages mail, and delivers items to detainees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; two years of administrative support experience preferred, demonstrated with computer literacy skills in standard software applications.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License; maintain GCIC certification.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling moderately heavy objects (20–50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades, sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues; some tasks require oral communication.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions involves frequent exposure to fumes, odors, airborne particles, excessive noise, communicable disease, and confrontational persons.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Additional Information

Applicants will receive the skills testing information and link via email the Monday after the application date, provided the application successfully meets the qualifications. Applications submitted Friday to Sunday will receive their links the following Monday. Failure to complete this assessment will result in elimination from the position.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industry: Public Safety

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