Chief Jailer

Chief Jailer Job Type:

Full Time Atlanta, GA Fulton County Sheriff's Office Salary:

$135,609.00 - $183,411.00

Annually Position Summary:

The purpose of this classification is to perform professional level administrative and supervisory work in overseeing the daily operation of the County jail and to ensure the safety, security and welfare of inmates during incarceration.

Essential Functions:

• Directs, manages, and evaluates the operations of multiple detention facilities and detention support divisions.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, and operational standards aligned with federal, state, and local laws, as well as accreditation requirements.
• Advises the Sheriff and executive command staff on detention operations, emerging issues, staffing needs, and strategic planning.
• Oversees resource allocation for all detention operations.
• Leads long-range planning for facility improvements, technology upgrades, and operational efficiencies.
• Ensures the secure custody, care, and control of all individuals housed within county detention facilities.
• Oversees intake, classification, housing assignments, inmate movement, transportation, and release processes.
• Directs detention support operations including medical coordination, mental health services, food services, maintenance, inmate programs, and records management.
• Ensures compliance with PREA, ADA, CALEA, NCCHC, ACA, and other regulatory or accreditation standards.
• Coordinates emergency response planning, incident management, and critical event review.
• Provides leadership and direction to command staff, supervisors, detention officers, and civilian personnel.
• Oversees training, performance, and professional development for all detention staff.
• Promotes a culture of integrity, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Ensures staff compliance with agency policies, safety protocols, and legal requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in corrections, detention administration, or jail operations, including progressive supervisory or command-level responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale operations and personnel.
• Comprehensive knowledge of detention/correctional standards, inmate management practices, and legal requirements governing detention facilities.
• Valid driver's license; ability to pass background investigation and meet all agency hiring standards.

Preferred Requirements:

• Executive-level experience overseeing multiple detention facilities or complex correctional systems.
• Certification through recognized professional organizations (e.g., ACA, NCCHC, NENA, or state jailer/corrections boards).
• Experience with jail management systems, data-driven decision-making, and operational analytics.
• Proven ability to lead organizational change and implement modern detention practices.

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