Intake Specialist - Sheriff's Department
Tucson
Friday, 17 April 2026
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor. Controls entry to and exit from controlled areas by identifying individuals, verifying their right and need to enter or exit, and opening doors (electronically or manually);Ensures that law enforcement officers store and secure weapons and ammunition before entering the detention facility;Interviews detainees, initiates or completes intake documents (e.g., medical screening, ID cards, intake forms), and processes fingerprint cards;Verifies the accuracy of intake documentation and audits the information as needed;Inventories and issues receipts for detainee’s personal property and cash, including searching for weapons and contraband;Observes new detainees for signs of distress (mental or physical) and notifies medical or uniformed personnel if needed;Maintains security and confidentiality of all materials and information encountered;Searches state and local automated and manual record systems for information verification (e.g., criminal records, active warrants);Originates inmate files and enters data into automated information systems;Queries departmental and related databases to determine inmate status and related information;Maintains security of the work unit area and participates in controlling arrestees and inmates;Receives telephone calls and responds to inquiries about individual arrestees or inmates;Inventories, orders, and stores supplies, forms, and other materials;Assists with training new employees;May be required to testify in court on matters in which involved in an official capacity as a departmental employee. Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certification. Proof must be submitted at the time of application. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.