Detention Booking & Records Specialist

Lancaster County

Lancaster (SC)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Lancaster County Detention Center is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Clerk to support intake and booking operations. You will enter arrestee data into the jail-management system, process inmate intakes, and maintain accurate records of charges, custody status, and housing needs.

You will also perform preliminary health screenings and handle sensitive information in compliance with laws and policies.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
Experience in clerical work, records management, data entry, customer service, corrections, or law enforcement preferred.
An equivalent combination of training and experience may substitute for the preferred experience but not for the high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Enter information into the jail-management system and logs accurately.
Process intake and booking of inmates in compliance with laws and policies.
Maintain inmate records and update charges, dispositions, and custody information.
Run NCIC checks and manage hit-confirmation requests and), place-locate entries as needed.
Notify classification staff of extraditions and housing needs.
Answer calls and provide restricted inmate information as authorized.
Perform preliminary intake screening for medical or mental-health concerns and refer as needed.
Maintain secure handling of inmate property and money; ensure chain of custody.
Process fingerprints, photographs, and booking documents.
Maintain databases, spreadsheets, and general records; generate reports and statistics.
Protect confidentiality of criminal-justice information and comply with records-security requirements.