Public Safety Officer Supervisor

Salary : $59,696.00 - $86,569.60 AnnuallyLocation : TX 76065, TXJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2526-00634Department: Police (19)Opening Date: 03/16/2026Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Non-Exempt Position SummaryStarting Hiring Range: $59,701 - $73,134, annuallyPerforms duties related to the supervision and operation of the jail by supervising jail staff, intake, processing, and detention of prisoners. Essential Job Functions Supervises jail staff including shift scheduling, assigning and monitoring tasks, evaluating, training, and coaching.Maintain and review policy and procedures to ensure compliance with law and best practice.Provides detention, intake, custodial care, and release of arrested inmates including providing supervision and control of inmates during booking, preliminary holdover, confinement, arraignment, release and all other aspects of the jail system. Including assuring inmate safety and security prior to processing into a housing unit or releasing on bond, logging of property and soliciting data to complete reports, fingerprinting and photographing inmates, conducting searches for weapons and drugs, seizing contraband, completing reports, entering data, and performing general jail maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation.Monitors care of inmates in the detention facility, serving meals providing minor medical attention, showers, visitors, and telephone calls.Maintains physical order and discipline among detention facility inmates.Conducts emergency evacuation of inmates and operates related emergency equipment (air pack, fire extinguisher, fire hose, etc.).Explains bail and bond out options to inmates.Responds to requests and inquiries concerning detention facility activities and operations.Issues appropriate inmate prisoner information to the public.Ensures the safety and security of prisoners by operating electronic and mechanical locking equipment.Operates visual and audio surveillance equipment.Conducts periodic inmate and cell searches.Completes daily reports of activities and records inmate and staff activity. Maintains accurate records of detention facility activitiesOperates technical computerized equipment as related to detention of inmates.Provides appropriate information and assistance to the public, department and law enforcement agencies concerning facility activities and operations.Respond to court requests and testify in court as necessary.Performs all other duties as assigned. Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required. Two (2) years of experience in any jail is required, experience in a municipal jail preferred. One (1) year of experience working as a supervisor required.Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of technical and operational aspects of police jail systems.Skilled in supervising personnel, training staff, and coordinating operations in assigned areas.Knowledge of Texas Penal Code and statutes, applicable criminal and civil law, and state and federal regulations.Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions under stress.Ability to effectively communicate with and elicit information from distraught and irate individuals.Ability to follow instructions, safety practices, procedures, and perform work accurately and thoroughly which requires performing multiple tasks simultaneously under time pressures, intense stress, and deadlines.Skilled in the operation of communications equipment, computer, two-way radios, and required equipment.Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships.Knowledge of photographing techniques for mugshots.Knowledge of fingerprinting procedures and practices.Skilled in identifying, handling, and quarantining blood-borne pathogensAbility to physically restrain prisoners and call for assistance when required.Ability to communicate in a clear, effective, and concise manner, both orally and in writing.Ability to correctly interpret, explain, and apply laws, rules, operations, practices, procedures, regulations, and policies.Ability to appear and testify in Court. Ability to be organized and have efficient management of time and deadlines.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Knowledge and ability to utilize computers and applicable software on a daily basis including: Microsoft Office Suite, CRIMES CAD system, PSRS, Identix, and Milestone.Ability to allocate and utilize resources in a cost-effective manner.Ability to regularly interact with others and exchange and receive of information, providing effective and tactful customer service, and work independently with a high level of discretion.Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly.Special RequirementsMust be able to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.Ability to work on-call as needed.Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, CJIS and fingerprint check, and have the ability to comply with state and federal requirements for criminal justice information security standards.This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.Licenses & CertificationsTCOLE Municipal Jailer Course is required.Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record as established by the City of Midlothian driving standards.Work EnvironmentWork is usually performed indoors in a climate controlled detention facility. Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions, materials and infectious and contagious diseases and physical assaults form violent inmates. Work performed causes light fatigue of eyes, fingers, wrists, arms, and other facilities because of fairly continuous use of motor senses. Must be able to maintain alert motor functions at all times during work shift. Physical demands require continuous effort with heavy materials up to 175 lbs.; requires physically retraining a resisting person, ability to drag or carry inmate or employee a minimum of 20 yards, lifting, carrying, dragging, stooping, bending, standing, sitting, walking, crawling, and crouching.01 This position requires the ability to pass a comprehensive background check, CJIS and fingerprint check, and have the ability to comply with state and federal requirements for criminal justice information security standards. As a requirement of this position, are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No 02 How many years of experience do you have as a supervisor in a jail facility? No experience 1-3 years 4-7 years 8+ years 03 What is your experience as a Detention Officer or Jailer with a municipality or county agency? No experience Less than 1 year 1-2 years 3-5 years 7 years or more 04 Are you at least 18 years of age, as required for this position? Yes No 05 Do you have a minimum of a High School diploma or GED? Yes No 06 Do you currently possess a valid driver's license? Yes No, but I understand that I am required to possess a valid driver's license as a term of employment for this position. No 07 Please provide your driver's license number and state, if you do not currently have a driver's license put N/A. 08 The city's standard for driving positions requires employees to not have more than two (2) traffic citation convictions in two (2) years. Do you currently have more than two (2) traffic citation convictions in the past two (2) years? Yes No 09 Have you completed the TCOLE Municipal Jailer Course, or equivalent, or are you willing to obtain this certification within one (1) year of employment? Yes, I have completed the TCOLE Municipal Jailer Course. Yes, I have completed an equivalent course to the TCOLE Municipal Jailer Course. No, I have not completed the TCOLE Municipal Jailer Course, but I am willing to obtain this certification within one (1) year of employment. No, I have not completed the TCOLE Municipal Jailer Course, and I am NOT willing to obtain this certification within one (1) year of employment. 10 Are you able and willing to work in an environment that may include occasional exposure to hazardous conditions, bodily fluids, infectious/contagious diseases, and potentially violent or aggressive individuals? Yes No 11 This position requires maintaining alert motor functions at all times during a shift. Are you able to remain attentive, focused, and responsive throughout extended periods of duty? Yes No 12 This role involves handling heavy materials and equipment up to 175 lbs. Are you able to safely lift, carry, drag, or move items within this weight range? Yes No 13 Are you physically capable of restraining a resisting individual when required as part of safety and control procedures? Yes No 14 Can you drag or carry an inmate or coworker a minimum distance of 20 yards during an emergency situation? Yes No 15 The job requires frequent activities such as lifting, carrying, dragging, stooping, bending, standing, sitting, walking, crawling, and crouching. Are you able to perform these movements continuously throughout your shift? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02