CMIT - Jail Administration Management and Operations Training for New Chief Deputies and Sheriffs

Jail Administration Management and Operations Training for New Chief Deputies and Sheriffs

The Jail Administration Management and Operations training (JAMO) focuses on professional development of Jail Administrators and Assistant Jail Administrators. The program allows participants to have current information, specific to Texas, about jail standards and practices, laws regarding inmate rights, budget management, and current jail issues.

Topics

Human Resource Issues
Legal and Liability Issues
Fiscal Issues
Duties of a Jail Administrator
Professionalism and Ethics
Staff Training
Supervisory Skills
Managing the Generations
Wellness
Leadership Motivation and Development
Jail Standards

Who Should Attend?

Limited to Texas Criminal Justice Professionals

Jail/Prison

Training Hours:

Dress Code:

Business Casual
Clothing should be professional, and no caps/hats or shorts are permitted. Slacks, khakis, skirts, dresses, button-downs, or blouses are acceptable. It is always recommended to bring a light jacket in case the training room is cold.

For more information, contact:

Payton Jones, Project Coordinator
Phone: (936) 294-1668
pmj007@shsu.edu

Date/Time:

February 15, 2026 (2:30pm) - February 20, 2026 (1:00pm)
All times are shown in U.S. Central Time (CT).

Cost:

FREE

Location*:

George J. Beto Criminal Justice Center
816 17th Street
Huntsville, Texas 77341

Hotel*:

Sam Houston University Hotel
1610 Bobby K Marks Drive
Huntsville, TX 77341
Phone: 936-496-2151
University Hotel Website
This hotel is a recommendation.

*Unless otherwise noted, hotel arrangements are the responsibility of the participant.

Additional Information:

CMIT will cover cost of the training material and snack breaks. Agencies are responsible for travel expenses, hotel nights, parking, and meals. ELIGIBILITY:
This training is designed for Jail Administrators and Assistant Jail Administrators who have been in their positions for no more than two years. Nominees must be from Sheriff's Offices within the state of Texas.

JAMO is not a conference or seminar where by everyone and anyone that applies will attend. This program is limited to 30 participants. Staff must be nominated by their Sheriff and nomination forms and letters of support must be submitted by the deadline.

HOW WILL NOMINEES BE SELECTED TO ATTEND?
CMIT will consider a variety of diversity issues in selecting participants. The Institute will review nominations and select qualified participants that represent a diverse selection of regions and agencies.

GUIDELINES:

Step 1 Nomination
By the deadline of the designated class, nominations must be signed by the nominee's Sheriff and submitted, along with a letter of a support providing information on the nominee and how this class will benefit him/her as well as your agency or department.

Step 2 Registration
Candidates will receive either a letter of acceptance or decline to attend this training 30 days prior to the start date. Those who are accepted into the program will be provided with additional class information at that time. CMIT will make hotel reservations for those accepted into the program.

Cancellation Policy: While this program is offered at no cost, space is limited and many individuals are often placed on a waiting list. If you register and are no longer able to attend, please notify the program contact person as soon as possible. Your cancellation allows us to offer the spot to another participant who may be waiting for the opportunity to attend. Prompt communication ensures that all available spaces are used effectively and helps us serve as many participants as possible.