Wichita County jail reports 13 openings; supervisors and schedules drive overtime
The jail captain reported 13 open jailer positions, two hires starting later in the month and several staff out on leave. The captain explained scheduling and supervisory coverage contribute to overtime, and officials said recently enrolled recruits and jail school in June should help reduce overtime pressure.
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The jail captain told the Wichita County Commissioners Court on May 16 that the sheriff’s office currently has 13 open jailer positions but expected two new hires to start at the end of the month.
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