CHIEF JAILER
About the role
The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office seeks an experienced and forward-thinking Chief Jailer to oversee multiple detention facilities and all detention-related services. This role requires strategic leadership, operational oversight, and the ability to build a culture of professionalism, accountability, and service.
Responsibilities
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.
Led 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.
Serves as the primary liaison with courts, law enforcement agencies, medical providers, mental health partners, and community organizations.
Represents the Sheriff’s Office in meetings, public forums, and intergovernmental workgroups related to detention operations.
Collaborates with county leadership on facility planning, inmate population trends, and community impact.
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.
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.
Qualifications
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.
Skills
Strategic leadership and vision.
Strong decision-making and crisis-management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ethical judgment and commitment to professional standards.
Ability to build partnerships and foster collaborative relationships.
Skill in managing diverse teams and complex operations.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
$135,609.00 - $183,411.00 Annually
Schedule
Continuous