Senior Corrections Technician

Overview

Summary Objective:
The purpose of this position is to enter and code data into computer, and processes records concerning court commitments and court appearances. Notify authorities of changes in inmate status; provide information and answer questions from the public concerning the status of inmates. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Enters and codes data into a computer from information obtained on citations, court commitments, or warrants; completes and processes forms on newly arrested persons.
• Answers phone calls, provides information, takes messages, and routes calls.

• Enters and codes data into a computer from information obtained on citations, court commitments, or warrants; completes, processes and files forms on inmates in custody.
• Processes and verifies time served on court ordered inmate releases and inmates with completed sentences as ordered by the court.
• Notifies authorities of changes in inmate status; provides information and answers questions from the public, judges, court personnel, and other law enforcement agencies.
• Conducts read-only queries, locates and retrieves information, generates routine reports, and completes forms.

• Processes citation and Live Scan for new and repeat offenders; logs arrest data; prepares disposition form on felony arrests.
• Operates AFIS entry/AFIS review stations.
• Enters and updates information in the Inmate Management System.
• Conducts IMS wants/warrants LINK/NCIC and electronic database searches on releases and commitment orders making appropriate agency notifications to advise of or to complete service of outstanding warrants and/or summons.
• Utilizes Live Scan to process employment applicants, Home Incarceration Program participants, volunteers, etc.
• Conducts LINK/NCIC inquires on Corrections employment applicants.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• Maintains archival records for department in compliance with KRS  and all applicable law.
• Retrieves archived information in response to open records requests.
• Maintains working knowledge of LMDC records policies and procedures.
• Understands Kentucky expungement law and implements policies and procedures in the expungement of criminal records in accordance with Kentucky law.

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of customer service, clerical, receptionist, computer data entry, centralized records filing, court records processing, criminal justice, or security experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or have any criminal action pending against them.
• Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis.
• Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test.
• Must wear personal protective equipment as mandated by OSHA.
• Must be vaccinated for hepatitis B, have provided evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form within ten days of initial assignment.
• Must pass an annual tuberculin test.
• Must work a varied schedule.
• Must be fluent in English language.

• SCT posted in Archives should have at least one year of prior experience in LMDC records & information department and be familiar with policies, procedures, applicable laws, and practices related to the records and information. Alternatively, SCT posted in Archives must demonstrate competency and working knowledge in records & information within 30 days.
• SCT posted in Archives must demonstrate competency and working knowledge of expungement policies, procedures, applicable laws, and practices within 30 days.

• SCT posted in Archives should have at least one year of prior experience in LMDC records & information department and be familiar with policies, procedures, applicable laws, and practices related to the records and information. Alternatively, SCT posted in Archives must demonstrate competency and working knowledge in records & information within 30 days.
• SCT posted in Archives must demonstrate competency and working knowledge of expungement policies, procedures, applicable laws, and practices within 30 days. Alternatively, the person in the position will not be moved from their current working area/assignment, however, will assist when needed ex. vacations, special projects.

• Must be certified as a LINK and NCIC Basic Operator (Full Access) in the State of Kentucky or obtain within six months of employment.
• Must be certified in Basic CPR and Basic First Aid or obtain within one year of employment.
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