Detention Intake Specialist I

Detention Intake Specialist I

Salary

$39,166.40 Annually

Location

815 Wheeler Ave, Huntsville, AL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00151

Department

Jail

Opening Date

08/14/2026

Hiring Manager

Amy Manning / Marcus Blackburn / Jaime Velez

Hiring Manager Contact Information

amanning@madisoncountyal.gov; mblackburn@madisoncountyal.gov; jvelez@madisoncountyal.gov

• Description
• Benefits

Position Overview

This position is responsible for the collection, verification, data entry and records of inmate information necessary to record all commitments of persons delivered to the custody of the Madison County Jail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.)

• Provides computer entry requirements and understands how to process court paperwork, warrants, and new charges into the Jail Management System.
• Obtains and delivers confidential information which must be held in the strictest confidence.
• Performs other Booking and Release duties as assigned.
• Answers telephone, performs data entry, and operates standard office machines and appliances, including computers.
• Maintains various types of records, files and performs incidental clerical assignments such as filing, etc.
• Performs related work as required.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to Graduation from a standard high school; 1-3 years experience in responsible clerical work or other related fields.
• Incumbent must learn and become proficient in the Jail Management System.

Classification will commensurate based on years of experience:

• Detention Intake Specialist I - 0 to 5 years of experience
• Detention Intake Specialist II - 5 to 10 years of experience
• Detention Intake Specialist III - 10+ years of experience

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Skill in the operation of computers, modern office practices and procedures, able to multi-task and be detail-oriented.
• Skill in the operation of common office appliances, including computer word processing and data entry.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions as required; must have the ability to remain alert and calm.
• Ability to accurately maintain simple clerical records;
• Ability to write legibly as required; ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to learn assigned clerical tasks readily.
• Must possess a level of fitness equal to the requirements of the Corrections Academy and be able to continue a fitness program to ward off fatigue, stress, and health problems attributed to not maintaining good health practices.

Other Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in the jail and will have daily contact with inmates in the Booking and Release areas.
• This contact will be face-to-face, but there will be no actual physical contact with inmates due to separation by a counter.
• Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying items less than 25 pounds such as books, papers, office supplies, and file folders.
• Work requires the physical ability to sit in confined seating for extended periods of time and operate a computer keyboard.
• The incumbent will be required to attend the Corrections Academy and certain aspects of self-defense and self-protection.
• During the Corrections Academy, the incumbent will be required to complete a modified physical training program.

To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the employment application in full.

Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.

Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

A comprehensive set of benefits is offered for all full-time employees. No benefits are offered to part-time or seasonal employees. Please consult with the Human Resources Department for a full list of benefits.

Madison County periodically reviews and when fiscally able, adjusts salary rates and our benefits package to remain competitive in our area.

Benefits Summary

Healthcare Insurance: Blue Cross of Alabama is administered through the Local Government Health Insurance Plan (LGHIP).

Coverage Type Employees Premium

Single Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 61.00

Family Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 150.00

Dental Coverage: Dental coverage is included with LGHIP through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. LGHIP manages dental costs and provides enhanced dental benefits using negotiated discounts with in-network dentists. To locate in-network dentists go to www.bcbsal.com. Assuming the services are covered you will normally only be responsible for out of pocket.

Life Insurance: Madison County provides $25,000 in life, $25,000 in accidental death and dismemberment and $25,000 line of duty insurance to eligible employees in certified positions.

Employee Retirement Plans: Employees are required to participate in the Employees Retirement System, which is a Defined Benefit Plan administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA). Participants contribute 5% to 8.5% of their earnings depending on their hire date and classification. Sworn Certified Personnel have an accelerated contribution schedule

• Employer contribution percentage is set by the Retirement Systems of Alabama and changes annually.

Employee Clinic: Madison County employees and dependents over age 12 may use the Employee Health Clinic for the low co-pay of $15.00 per visit. To be eligible to use the clinic, the employee and dependent must be enrolled in Madison Countys health insurance plan as their primary coverage.

Voluntary Plans are also available:

• Additional life Insurance for employee and dependents
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and childcare)
• Vision Insurance

Holidays, Annual Leave and Sick Leave:

• Minimum of 10 holidays per calendar year
• Accrue 8 hours of annual leave and 8 hours of sick leave per month

Employer Madison County Commission

Department Jail Address 815 Wheeler Ave NW

Huntsville, Alabama, 35801

Phone 256-519-4800