Extradition Coordinator - BCSO

Job Title

Extradition Coordinator - BCSOPay Rate Min to Mid Range

$18.34 - $21.55Time Type

Full timeSummary

Under general direction, is responsible for acting as a liaison between the Bexar County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies in the return of wanted persons to Bexar County; assisting agencies outside Bexar County with the return of wanted persons currently incarcerated in the Bexar County Adult Detention Center to their original jurisdictions; with the assistance of deputies, coordinating with the court system in the transport of persons currently incarcerated outside of Bexar County for court hearings.

Description

• Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates telecommunication equipment such as the Criminal Integrated Justice System (CIJS) and OMNIXX

• Answers calls from local, state, and federal agencies in regards to the apprehension, movement and release of fugitives

• Coordinates the transportation and movement of fugitives back to Bexar County, Texas from within the State of Texas and throughout the United States

• Researches law enforcement databases to verify information on fugitives that are in custody is correct; such as mug-shots, fingerprint comparison, driver's license, SSN and any other identifying items

• Maintains files of fugitives that are in custody with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and out of state penal Institutions that have extended future release dates

• Places and maintains electronic detainers on fugitives incarcerated in other jurisdictions

• Attends extradition court hearings as it pertains to out of state fugitives incarcerated in the Bexar County Detention Center

• Monitors and advises the District Attorney's Office of all required Governor's Warrants that may need to be obtained

• Performs related duties as required

• Minimum Qualifications:

• A semester of college coursework (12-15 hours) from an accredited college or university, and a year of experience with a law enforcement agency or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Must obtain and maintain the Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (TLETS); Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) less than full access proficiency certificate; TLETS mobile proficiency certificate; Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Awareness proficiency certificate; and the Federal Bureau of Investigations, Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) proficiency certificate within six (6) months of date of employment

• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office

• Must be able to type 25 wpm with no more than 7 errors

• Knowledge of geographical area in Texas and the United States

• Skill in operating telecommunication equipment

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement agencies and facilities, co-workers, County employees and the general public

• May work more than 40 hours during the workweek

• Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Working conditions are fast paced involving set deadlines with the movement of fugitives back to Bexar County, Texas

• Required to work in jail environment with frequent exposure to hostile or violent people and infectious diseases

• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10-15 pounds

• Occasionally moves about the office

• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Positions self to perform essential functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

• Working With Bexar County

• Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

• Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website

• Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

• *We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.*