Jail Programs Security Monitor — Observe & Protect

Bexar County PA; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bexar County is seeking a Jail Program Security Monitor to oversee observation of Jail Programs areas at Adult Detention Center facilities, operate surveillance equipment, and maintain logs. This full-time role supports deputies and may involve escorting inmates to and from program locations.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with public-facing experience, knowledge of security practices, and the ability to monitor multiple screens while communicating via phone or radio.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; plus three years’ experience dealing with the public.
• Knowledge of security practices and procedures.
• Verbal communication skills via phone/radio; ability to monitor multiple surveillance screens.
• Must be able to stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation.
• Must complete operational procedure training within six months of employment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and conducts visual observation of Jail Programs classroom environments inside the Adult Detention Center facilities.
• Alerts appropriate authority when intervention by uniformed Deputies is necessary.
• Enforces ADC computer use policy and maintains control of the ADC Jail program areas.
• Maintains activity logs regarding incidents occurring within Jail Programs areas.
• Prints and distributes class/program rosters and related documents.
• Communicate with living unit officers to route inmates to and from program areas according to schedules.
• Recognizes, detects and reports potential contraband and safety concerns to Deputies.
• Performs maximum observation of inmates at assigned location.
• Assist Deputies with inmate escorts to and from program areas when required.
• Assists in researching defendant and suspect criminal history and driver's license information using TCIC/NCIC.

Skills

Security knowledge

Verbal communication

Surveillance monitoring

PC & radio operation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

TCIC/NCIC access

Job description

Bexar County is seeking a Jail Program Security Monitor to oversee observation of Jail Programs areas at Adult Detention Center facilities, operate surveillance equipment, and maintain logs. This full-time role supports deputies and may involve escorting inmates to and from program locations.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with public-facing experience, knowledge of security practices, and the ability to monitor multiple screens while communicating via phone or radio.