Security Coordinator, Corrections & Law Enforcement
Overview
You will own security operations for the Travis County Sheriff's detention complex, managing inmate movement, access control, and emergency response. You will coordinate with deputies and staff across multiple buildings, operate CCTV and radio systems, and maintain accurate inmate counts and logs. This role offers direct entry into corrections and law enforcement, with training for TCOLE Jailer's License and TCIC/NCIC Certification. You will gain hands-on experience in a 24/7 secure facility, supporting public safety and inmate welfare.
What You'll Do9
- 1Operate CCTV and radio systems to monitor inmate activity and coordinate security across all posts.
- 2Maintain precise inmate counts and unit rosters, updating running count sheets and logs at shift changes.
- 3Respond to panic and fire alarms, dispatching officers to incidents and coordinating emergency procedures.
- 4Process new inmates: booking, fingerprinting, photographing, and securing property with full accountability.
- 5Conduct warrant checks and verify release eligibility by reviewing court commitments and sentence calculations.
- 6Supervise key control and electronic access panels to secure all entrances and exits.
- 7Handle inmate visitation: verify identification, manage sign-ins, and ensure no contraband enters.
- 8Provide administrative support: data entry, filing, report writing, and answering phones.
- 9Audit case files and interact with courts, agencies, and immigration as required for program processing.
Requirements8
- 1High school diploma or GED.
- 21+ years in corrections, security, or computer operations.
- 3U.S. citizen.
- 4Obtain TCIC/NCIC Certification within 6 months.
- 5Obtain TCOLE Jailer's License within 6 months (physical participation required).
- 6Knowledge of jail security systems and procedures.
- 7Proficiency in record keeping and office software.
- 8Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Salary Insight
$52 - $61k per year
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