Detention Facility Booking and Releasing Specialist

Salary : $41,383.36 Annually
Location : Leon County Detention Facility 535 Appleyard Drive, Tallahassee, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: MS-01
Department: Detention
Opening Date: 10/23/2026
Closing Date: 11/5/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

General Description of Duties

This position is responsible for performing critical administrative functions related to the intake and release of inmates. Duties include processing and distributing arrest paperwork, conducting inquiries through law enforcement databases, notifying appropriate agencies of arrests, notifying victims of inmate releases, and processing bond and court documents. This position involves regular interaction with the public, requires strict adherence to confidentiality standards regarding Criminal Justice Information (CJI), and demands consistent attendance and attention to time-sensitive responsibilities. This position adheres to the agency core values of honesty and integrity, accountability, teamwork, trust and respect and commitment to excellence.

Essential Duties

1. Receive, route, and disperse phone calls and messages both internally and external to the agency.
2. Run NCIC/FCIC queries to verify any outstanding warrants to verify inmate booking and eligibility for release.
3. Accepting and processing bonds in relation to releases and complete appropriate paperwork.
4. Coordinate and process release of inmates.
5. Processes court case updates (e.g., Noll-Pros, dismissals, transfers, sentences).
6. Ensure the accuracy and validity of received court actions related to court case updates.
7. Verify inmate identity for intake, transfer, or release, through NCIC, FCIC, and JMS.
8. Ensure all updates and releases are delivered promptly for verification and release. Input and process arrest paperwork.
9. Verify funds received, purges, and bonds against court documents and ensure validity of received funds from originating financial institution.
10. Makes contact with (e.g., phone calls, letters) or make reasonable attempts to contact the victim to inform the victim of the inmate's release within the prescribed time of the release pursuant to applicable State Statutes and agency policies.
11. Accurately organizes and archives relevant documentation and reports in designated physical or electronic files according to agency policies and procedures.
12. Teletype issuing agency to verify extradition or release on the active warrant.
13. Act as a liaison between LCSO and outside agencies and public (e.g., court, State. Attorney's Office, Parole Commission, Department of Corrections).
14. Performs other duties as assigned.
15. Knowledge and skill in the use of modern office equipment including computer, printer/copier, scanner and multiline telephone.
16. Ability to perform basic addition and subtraction, such as making change or measuring.
17. Ability to read, comprehend and interpret instructions, regulations and procedures.
18. Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner orally and in writing.
19. Ability to respond to changing situations immediately to ensure safety and security are maintained.
20. Ability to demonstrate congenial, respectful, and productive behaviors and attitudes toward others in working relationships and situations.
21. Ability to accurately enter and/or retrieve information from various computer systems in a timely manner.

Eligibility Criteria

• Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university required; AND
• Minimum of three (3) years data entry experience; OR
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position; AND
• Six months' experience or training involving jail operations, detention, military or law enforcement preferred.
• NCIC/FCIC certification preferred.

Necessary Special Requirements

• Work is completed in a Detention facility environment.
• Employees will have contact with inmates during the normal course of the workday.
• Work is completed in eight (8) hour shifts; 8:00 am-5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
• Employees may be required to work extended work hours to meet operational needs or in the event of an emergency.

Physical Requirements

• Sit/stand for moderate to long periods
• See and hear at a sufficient range to perform duties
• View computer screens for extended periods
• Speak, read, and write English understandably
• Ambulate independently
• Bend, squat, and kneel
• Lift/carry 25 pounds
• Push/pull light to moderate loads
• Manual dexterity

Full-time benefits include:

• Health insurance with an employer contribution between 77.5% - 87.5%.
• Life insurance equal to 1 X annual salary paid 100% by LCSO.
• Retirement via the Florida Retirement System with a choice of pension or investment plan.
• Paid vacation, sick and personal leaves.
• Tuition Assistance Program for advanced degrees.
• Education incentive for advanced degrees (only sworn positions).
• Other ancillary benefits including but not limited to deferred compensation, dental/vision insurance, cafeteria savings plan, short/long term disability and identity theft protection.

01

Which best describes your level of education?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

02

Please indicate if you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in communications, public relations, journalism, media relations, marketing, multimedia, or closely related field.

• Yes, Bachelor's Degree or higher is in communications, public relations, journalism, media relations, marketing, multimedia, or closely related field.
• No, Bachelor's Degree or higher is in another field.
• No, H.S. Diploma or A.A. Degree only.

03

Please indicate your work experience in communications, public relations, journalism, media relations, marketing, multimedia, or a closely related field.

• No experience.
• Less than 2 years.
• 2-3 years.
• 4 or more years.

04

Salary anticipated to be at base pay. If not acceptable to you, what minimum annual salary would be acceptable?
05

Have you ever received a dishonorable discharge from the military?

• Yes
• No
• Never served in military.
• Currently serving in military/No discharge.

06

Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you ever been convicted of a felony traffic offense including adjudication withheld?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you ever been designated as a Habitual Violator on your driver's license record?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you received more than two (2) moving violations in the last 12 months?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you refused a test to determine Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) from any law enforcement agency within the last three (3) years?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you currently under internal investigation, under investigation by the CJSTC or administrative investigation?

• Yes
• No

12

Have you ever separated, abandoned, resigned or retired from a business or agency while under criminal or internal investigation or while under the threat of criminal or internal investigation?

• Yes
• No

13

Are you currently under criminal investigation or indictment?

• Yes
• No

14

Do you have any current criminal charges pending in the courts (without an official legal disposition)?

• Yes
• No

15

Have you ever been convicted of, received a withhold of adjudication for, or entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to any felony?

• Yes
• No

16

Have you been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in or attempted to engage in sexual activity in the community or detentions facility by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?

• Yes
• No

17

Have you ever been convicted of, received a withhold of adjudication for, or entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to a crime involving perjury or false statement, abuse of a child, elderly, or disabled person, domestic violence, or any crime of a sexual nature?

• Yes
• No

18

Have you ever been engaged in, convicted of, received a withhold of adjudication for, or entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to a crime of sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution?

• Yes
• No

19

Have you ever held membership in, association with, or any other connection to any organization that exposes or supports discrimination based upon race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, sexual orientation or marital status or is known to have been involved in criminal activity and/or a violation of any state laws and/or laws of the United States?

• Yes
• No

20

When would you estimate was your last use of marijuana.

• 0 - 12 months (within the last year)
• 13 - 36 months (3 years or less)
• 37 - 60 months (more than 3 years ago to 5 years)
• 61 - 120 months (more than 5 years to 10 years ago)
• 10+ (more than 10 years ago)
• Never used

21

When was the last time you used any of the following - heroin, cocaine, meth, mushrooms, LSD, illegal steroids or other drugs not prescribed to you?

• 0 - 12 months (last year)
• 13 - 36 months (3 years or less)
• 37 - 60 months (more than 3 years to five years ago)
• 61 - 120 months (more than 5 years to 10 years ago)
• 10+ years ago
• Never used

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