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Processing Technician - Northampton County Jail

Salary

$41,238.00 Annually

Location

Easton, PA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

2025-00231E

Department

Corrections

Division

Corrections

Opening Date

06/11/2025

Closing Date

6/25/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

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Application Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must successfully submit a completed application prior to the posting deadline. Applications submitted with incomplete or missing education and/or work experience sections will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. These applicants will be disqualified from consideration.The attachment of a resume to the application does not fulfill this requirement and will not prevent incomplete applications from being rejected. Education and work experience fields must be completed, regardless of the presence of an attached resume.

Once the posting closes, all applications will be reviewed. The information provided on the application will be utilized to determine whether or not each applicant meets the Minimum Requirements for this position as noted in the Job Description. We encourage all applicants to provide a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment history. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application.

For questions regarding this posting, please contact Sherry Christman, Human Resources Analyst at [email protected] or 610-829-6382.

Equal Employment Opportunities – It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law.

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Processing Technician position performs procedural functions at the Central Booking Unit of the Northampton County Prison. Work includes all tasks associated with processing an arrestee with an arresting law enforcement officer.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports directly to the Corrections Intake Administrator or designee.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION

Receives arrestee(s) demographic information from arrestee and arresting officer and records this information into database using LIVESCAN software or other software as otherwise directed.

Utilizes specialized equipment including C-PIN (Commonwealth Photo-Identification Network) or other equipment to photograph arrestee as directed. Utilizes electronic equipment to fingerprint/ handprint arrestee. Utilizes a Poly-Com Video system for remote interviews with magisterial district officials.

Provides accurate and updated information to/from magisterial district offices for bail decisions, hearing dates, etc., by a variety of methods including fax, e-mail, or telephone, as required.

Prepares written reports of daily arrestee booking trends for Prison officials and maintains records on arrestees processed and forwards to appropriate agencies as required.

Receives inquiries and answers questions from law enforcement representatives and other Prison/County offices related to booking process.

Prepares correspondence, reports, forms and similar material in accomplishing tasks using computer software such as Microsoft Office for that purpose.

Testifies in court, as required.

Performs other clerical work as required such as answering telephone calls or other non-processing inquiries relating to status of inmates, or preparing prisoner documents for inmates reporting to hearings, writs, or medical transports. May maintain parole plan book on a daily basis. May notify Federal and State immigration authorities of detainees who are illegal aliens and arrange for pick up.

* An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE - Completion of a high school, or general equivalency, diploma; AND

At least two (2) years of full-time general clerical work experience; AND

At least one (1) year of full-time work experience in a criminal justice, corrections, legal or other law enforcement setting; OR

At least three (3) years of full-time general clerical work experience; OR

A college degree (Associate, Bachelor, or Master’s) in Criminal Justice, Social Science, or Behavioral Science; OR

A current Act 120/Act 2 certification.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION - As a post-offer, prerequisite for appointment, appointees must pass a criminal history check.

URINE DRUG SCREEN – As a post-offer, prerequisite for appointment, appointees must pass a urine drug screen.

Employees assigned to this title will be required to submit to a Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Clearance at least every three (3) years, per PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act). Employees will be required to stay aware and adhere to PREA regulations and understand the circumstances of said Federal regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of centralized booking principles and methods.

Knowledge of technical requirements in processing documents via use of personal computer and specialized software.

Knowledge of laws, policies and procedures applying to the collection and preservation of physical evidence, specifically fingerprints and photographic materials.

Ability to use personal computer, including spreadsheet, database, graphics and/or similar computer programs, when required by work assignment.

Ability to establish and/or maintain filing and other recordkeeping systems.

Ability to interpret regulations, policies and procedures and apply accordingly.

Ability to plan and organize work and to maintain records and prepare reports effectively and in a timely manner.

Ability to work independently, as needed.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, callers, visitors, clients, representatives of other offices and the public.

Ability to interface with information technology personnel regarding software and hardware difficulties.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Telephone, personal computer (including word processing, database, and spreadsheet software as well as specialized software required of position); calculator, fax machine, copy machine, digital camera, fingerprint equipment, arraignment equipment and first aid equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to thirty-five (35) pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Tasks risk exposure to noise extremes, unsanitary conditions and potential exposure to violent arrestee behavior. Work schedule to be determined by a mid-level manager or higher to fit the needs of a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) day per week schedule.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, and reference check as well as job related tests may be required.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

FLSA STATUS: FLSA NON-EXEMPT (ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME)

DESIGNATION: CAREER SERVICE

PAY GRADE: RU/GR19

UNION STATUS: AFSCME RESIDUAL NON-PROFESSIONAL UNIT

Updated June 2025

Full-time employees of the County of Northampton are afforded a package of benefitswhich includes the following:

Medical Insurance

Vision and Prescription

Dental

Life Insurance

Retirement

I. Medical Insurance

Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Cost to the employee to participate in the plans varies by the coverage selection and number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage through the spouse's employer is provided. Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual $1,500.00 opt out payment.

II. Vision and Prescription

Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. Coverage under the vision plan varies and depends upon the employee's choice of doctor and frame selection.

III. Dental Coverage

Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member.

IV. Life Insurance

A life insurance policy is afforded to full-time employees beginning on the first day of employment, unless specified differently in a collective bargaining agreement. It remains in effect as long as the employee is actively employed and terminates upon resignation or retirement. $20,000 is afforded to all eligible employees.

V. Retirement

All full-time employees and part-time employees working more than 1000 hours per year qualify for County of Northampton retirement benefits, in which employees must contribute 5% of their earnings, and employees may choose to add additional voluntary contributions, not to exceed an additional 10%. Additionally, employees may participate in an optional deferred compensation plan [457(b)] which may provide present tax advantages and future retirement savings. Such arrangements are made directly with the providers and the County will administer payroll deductions only.

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the applicant screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

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Do you possess a college degree (Associates, Bachelor's, or Masters) in Criminal Justice, Social Science, or Behavioral Science? If yes, please be sure to attach a copy of your transcript (unofficial copies are acceptable). If you encounter difficulty in uploading this documentation, please reach out to Human Resources BEFORE the posting close date. Failure to attach your transcript (if applicable), will result in the rejection of your application.

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+ No

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Do you possess Act 120 (Municipal Police Officer's Training Certificate) or Act 2 (Deputy Sheriff's Academy) Certification? If yes, you must attach a copy of your certification to qualify.

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Do you have at least two (2) years of full-time general clerical work experience? Your work history section must reflect this experience to qualify.

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Do you have at least one (1) year of full-time professional work experience in a criminal justice, corrections, legal, or other law enforcement setting? If yes, your work history section must reflect this experience to qualify.

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Do you have at least three (3) years of full-time general clerical work experience? If yes, your work history section must reflect this experience to qualify.

+ Yes

+ No

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The Processing Technician position is part of the AFSCME Residual Union, and starting salary is dictated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The starting salary for this position is $19.8262 per hour ($41,238 annually) and is non-negotiable. Please choose "yes" to indicate your understanding of the starting wage, and that this is non-negotiable.

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