Jail Control Operator

Marion County Indiana Sheriff's Office; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marion County Sheriff's Office in Indianapolis is seeking a Jail Control Operator to monitor CCTV, secure doors, and support jail operations without direct inmate contact.

The role requires 18+, a high school diploma or HSE, no felony convictions, ability to work any shift, and completion of background checks including fingerprinting, drug screening, and medical/psychological evaluations. This on-site position emphasizes independent judgment and attention to security procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency (HSE).
• No battery or felony convictions.
• Must be able to work any shift or duty schedule.
• Must submit to fingerprinting, drug screen, psych exam, and background check.
• Independent Judgment is necessary for this position.
• Residence within Marion County within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Monitors CCTV screens for security breaches and rule violations.
• Ensures doors are secured and electronic access is controlled.
• Provides information verbally to inmates.
• Interacts with staff and visitors to share inmate information.
• Enters inmate location data and maintains logs.
• Performs computer updates and status inquiries.
• Completes paperwork related to incarceration and release.
• Performs duties related to jail security without direct inmate contact.

Skills

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma / HSE

Job description

Provides effective Jail security. Jail Control Operator (JCO) are generally assigned to the Jail Security Section in a position requiring no physical inmate contact.

Monitors closed circuit television camera screens for evidence of security breaks and violations of Jail rules.

Assures doors are properly secured and locked. Controls security of and access through electronic doors.

Provides information verbally to inmates on a variety of subjects;

observes and communicates with inmates who claim to be ill and summons indicated assistance.

Interacts with other employees of the MCSO and visitors to exchange information about inmates and/or to answer questions regarding jail procedures, accidents, or incidents, or status of individual inmates.

Enters information on location cards for each inmate (and may insert in computer); maintains logs on inmate activity; writes narratives report on jail incidents, as needed.

Performs computer updates and status inquiries.

Performs any duty relating to Jail security, which does not require physical contact with inmates and performs paperwork relating to the documentation, incarceration, and release of inmates.

Performs other duties of comparable level/type as required.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must have a high school diploma or a high school equivalency (HSE) diploma

No battery or felony convictions

Must be able to work any shift or duty schedule

Must submit to being fingerprinted, drug screening, psychological examination, character investigation, and physical examination performed by a physician designated by the MCSO. Must be in sound mental and physical health

Civilian Employees shall have her/his principal place of residence within the boundaries of Marion County within six months of employment. Independent Judgment is necessary for this position.

Must be able to work independently under limited supervision.