Prisoner Processing & Security Technician

DC Government; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401a retirement plan after 1 year

Employee discounts & gym memberships

Job summary

District of Columbia Government seeks a Cellblock Processing Technician to manage arrestee handling and safety within MPD facilities. Responsibilities include conducting cell and security checks, documenting captures, and ensuring compliance with CJIS/WALES protocols.

The role supports transport, booking, and court-related processes with strong emphasis on integrity and safety. The position requires high school diploma, knowledge of arrestee processing, and ability to operate fingerprint

Qualifications

• Knowledge of arrestee processing procedures (custody, juveniles, property, searches).
• Ability to communicate information verbally and in writing and provide court testimony.
• Ability to operate photography equipment and computerized fingerprint system.

Responsibilities

• Conduct shift cell checks at start and during shifts; log and report conditions.
• Perform regular and special cell checks to ensure prisoner status and safety.
• Provide prisoners food and water per schedule; maintain order in cellblock.
• Inspect transport vehicles; complete inspection reports and verify equipment.
• Process arrest packages ensuring accuracy with WALES/NCIC and CJIS entries.
• Record prisoner details, descriptions, and court information; attach wristbands and property logs.
• Assist in booking, escort to transport, and release procedures; document findings as required.
• Attend training for certifications and safety procedures.

Skills

Arrestee processing

Verbal & written communication

Fingerprint system operation

Security awareness

Diversity & teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Live-Scan fingerprint system

CJIS/WALES access

Photographic documentation

Job description

District of Columbia Government seeks a Cellblock Processing Technician to manage arrestee handling and safety within MPD facilities. Responsibilities include conducting cell and security checks, documenting captures, and ensuring compliance with CJIS/WALES protocols.

The role supports transport, booking, and court-related processes with strong emphasis on integrity and safety. The position requires high school diploma, knowledge of arrestee processing, and ability to operate fingerprint