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Inmate Booking Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Booking Technician

Rapid City, SD ยท On-site

$20.98/hr

The Booking Technician is responsible for booking inmates in and out, maintaining inmate accounts and assisting booking staff as needed. This process requires close and courteous interaction with ...

Booking Technician

Rapid City, SD ยท On-site

$20.98/hr

The Booking Technician serves a dual function for the Pennington County Jail. They are tasked with ... Enter and release inmate property. * Manage inmate money accounts, to include deposits and ...

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Detention Officer

Rock Springs, WY ยท On-site

$25.91 - $32.78/hr

Under general supervision, performs duties related to maintenance of a secure jail and safe custody of inmates; responsible for inmate booking, movements, care and orientation; maintain order and ...

Detention Officer

Rock Springs, WY ยท On-site

$40K - $55K/yr

Under general supervision, performs duties related to maintenance of a secure jail and safe custody of inmates; responsible for inmate booking, movements, care and orientation; maintain order and ...

Detention Officer

Rock Springs, WY ยท On-site

$25.91 - $32.78/hr

Under general supervision, performs duties related to maintenance of a secure jail and safe custody of inmates; responsible for inmate booking, movements, care and orientation; maintain order and ...

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

Glencoe, MN ยท On-site

$39.78/hr

This includes booking inmates, checking records for medication, maintaining inmate population information, performing routine well-being checks, serving meals, discharge, arranging court appearances ...

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

Glencoe, MN ยท On-site

$26.51 - $39.78/hr

This includes booking inmates, checking records for medication, maintaining inmate population information, performing routine well-being checks, serving meals, discharge, arranging court appearances ...

Corrections Officer - Jail

Howell, MI ยท On-site

$26.51 - $35.25/hr

This includes all inmate activities from receiving into booking, up to and including release. Persons in this position are responsible for basic security, inmate booking, inmate transport, medical ...

Corrections Officer - Jail

Howell, MI ยท On-site

$26.51 - $35.25/hr

This includes all inmate activities from receiving into booking, up to and including release. Persons in this position are responsible for basic security, inmate booking, inmate transport, medical ...

This includes all inmate activities from receiving into booking, up to and including release. Persons in this position are responsible for basic security, inmate booking, inmate transport, medical ...

Kootenai County Sheriff's Office - Kootenai County Jail Position Summary This position supports Detention Deputies during the inmate booking and release process. Duties include direct contact with ...

Performs crisis intervention functions to include inmate counseling, suicide prevention ... Briefs oncoming booking staff concerning events impacting shift. May be subject to verbal and ...

Performs crisis intervention functions to include inmate counseling, suicide prevention ... Briefs oncoming booking staff concerning events impacting shift. May be subject to verbal and ...

Custody Technician

Coeur D Alene, ID ยท On-site

$22.96/hr

Kootenai County Sheriff's Office - Kootenai County Jail Position Summary This position supports Detention Deputies during the inmate booking and release process. Duties include direct contact with ...

Detention Support Specialist (Grade 7)

Yuma, AZ ยท On-site

$20.26 - $25.32/hr

Nature of Work (Illustrative Only) Receives and reviews inmate booking forms and other documents received from arresting officers; processes bookings by reviewing, verifying and entering information ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for inmate booking in the United States is $127,453.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $202,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Booking Technician

Rapid City, SD โ€ข On-site

$20.98/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Position Description Position Objective: The Booking Technician serves a dual function for the Pennington County Jail. They are tasked with controlling facility movement in the control room and processing inmates in and out of the facility. This is a complex role requiring a high level of accuracy and security compliance.

The Booking Technician is responsible for booking inmates in and out, maintaining inmate accounts and assisting booking staff as needed. This process requires close and courteous interaction with inmates, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. When assigned, the Booking Technician operates the control room, the hub of all communication and movement within the Jail.

The Booking Technician serves a vital role in maintaining a facility that is safe and running smoothly. Position Functions Essential Functions: Provide exceptional customer service to inmates, visitors, professional and public service partners. Control movement within the secure side of the facility, to include inmates, visitors and staff.

Serve as the last line of defense in the secure control room during major incidents. Monitor security cameras for officer and inmate safety. Enter and release inmate property.

Manage inmate money accounts, to include deposits and withdrawals, and enter, collect and manage inmate bond and fee payments. Serve as the primary point of contact for public and professional inquires, requests for inmate information to the clerk of courts, attorneys, probation, patrol and other public service partners. Verify intake and release information, to include identification, charges and hold details.

Attend meetings as trainings as required. Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor. Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other related duties, as may be required. Qualifications Education and/or Experience Required: HS Diploma or GED required.

Two years' experience with financial account management, security systems or entering confidential information into computer databases. Preference for those with work experience in the court or criminal justice system. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid South Dakota Driver's License within 90 days of moving to South Dakota.

Physical Requirements: Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards. Must be able to move up to 20 pounds unassisted, and move 40 pounds with assistance.

Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on telephone, in-person and in writing. When assigned to the control room, must be able to work in a confined environment while seated in front of multiple monitors for the duration of an 8- to 12-hour shift. Ability to enter data and operate a phone and two-way radio.

While at the booking counter, must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time while entering data, type and inventory an inmate's property. Ability to hear, bend, stoop and lift. Additional Information Working Environment: Work is typically performed in an office in a correctional facility.

Work is periodically performed in a moist environment. Work requires the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc. This position includes close contact with inmates.