What is a jail supervisor and how to become one

Key steps to become a jail supervisor

1. Explore jail supervisor education requirements

   Most common jail supervisor degrees

   Bachelor's

   36.6 %

   Associate

   29.3 %

   High School Diploma

   12.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific jail supervisor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Booking	39.26%
   Professional Behavior	14.45%
   On-The-Job Training	12.95%
   Public Safety	12.83%
   Emergency Situations	10.47%

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3. Complete relevant jail supervisor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New jail supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a jail supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real jail supervisor resumes.

4. Research jail supervisor duties and responsibilities

   • Job description includes booking in and managing inmates in correctional facility.
   • Handle booking process and paperwork as well as all dispatch duties including radio, call, and NCIC logs.
   • Direct tactical deployment of weapon systems in intricate combat situations complying with international law and observe practices.
   • Issue weapons and ammunition for transportation officers.

5. Apply for jail supervisor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a jail supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams