Detention Deputy I

Summary

Jail Operations Correctional Officer

Under close supervision, performs security work of routine difficulty to control and care for detainees; performs related work as assigned. Tentative testing dates: August 6th, August 19th, August 21st, August 26th, August 28th, September 4th, September 16th, September 18th.

Essential job functions include maintaining the safety and security of the staff, detainees, visitors and facility; scheduling and supervising detainee activities and maintaining discipline; physically restraining uncooperative or disruptive detainees and taking steps to avert fights, assaults, riots and escapes; conducting cell searches for contraband; conducting unit safety checks; monitoring cameras, fire extinguishers and smoke detectors; inventorying tools and supplies; accounting for detainees under direct supervision; conducting detainee counts to insure accuracy of total detainee population. Provides care for detainees; dispenses and oversees meals; provides security for the nursing staff who administers medications and oversees detainee hygiene and showers; schedules medical, counseling, personal and other appointments, and conducts visiting sessions; schedules transportation for appointments and visits outside of the facility; transports and arranges transport for detainees; documents all transports; delivers mail and allows detainees to make personal and legal phone calls.

Conducts booking and release of detainees; searches detainees; collects and inventories property; completes fingerprints and photos; completes booking forms; upon release, returns all property and notifies victims; distributes records appropriately. Researches and assesses criminal history and capabilities; assesses compatibility of each new detainee with others in the facility and assigns cells; re-classifies and re-arranges housing as required by detainee behavior; may supervise and monitor offenders detained under electronic surveillance program. Responds to emergency and non-emergency radio calls; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in incidents; identifies and collects evidence; completes detailed reports and required paperwork. Testifies at court hearings and prepares reports and materials requested and subpoenaed by the courts. Identifies, attends and conducts training and educational programs and seminars. Escorts detainees to and from court appearances and provides security while in court.

Knowledge and skills include knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations governing correctional institutions; knowledge of search, transportation, detainment and restraint methods and procedures; knowledge of human behavior and various social, economic and cultural backgrounds; skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing; skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.

Desirable qualifications include a high school diploma or G.E.D.; successfully completed the Detention Certification Academy training; valid driver's license; ability to successfully pass polygraph, drug test, fingerprinting, and physical test.

Job Description

Jail Operations Correctional Officer

Under close supervision, performs security work of routine difficulty to control and care for detainees; performs related work as assigned. Tentative testing dates: August 6th, August 19th, August 21st, August 26th, August 28th, September 4th, September 16th, September 18th.

Essential job functions include maintaining the safety and security of the staff, detainees, visitors and facility; scheduling and supervising detainee activities and maintaining discipline; physically restraining uncooperative or disruptive detainees and taking steps to avert fights, assaults, riots and escapes; conducting cell searches for contraband; conducting unit safety checks; monitoring cameras, fire extinguishers and smoke detectors; inventorying tools and supplies; accounting for detainees under direct supervision; conducting detainee counts to insure accuracy of total detainee population. Provides care for detainees; dispenses and oversees meals; provides security for the nursing staff who administers medications and oversees detainee hygiene and showers; schedules medical, counseling, personal and other appointments, and conducts visiting sessions; schedules transportation for appointments and visits outside of the facility; transports and arranges transport for detainees; documents all transports; delivers mail and allows detainees to make personal and legal phone calls.

Conducts booking and release of detainees; searches detainees; collects and inventories property; completes fingerprints and photos; completes booking forms; upon release, returns all property and notifies victims; distributes records appropriately. Researches and assesses criminal history and capabilities; assesses compatibility of each new detainee with others in the facility and assigns cells; re-classifies and re-arranges housing as required by detainee behavior; may supervise and monitor offenders detained under electronic surveillance program. Responds to emergency and non-emergency radio calls; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in incidents; identifies and collects evidence; completes detailed reports and required paperwork. Testifies at court hearings and prepares reports and materials requested and subpoenaed by the courts. Identifies, attends and conducts training and educational programs and seminars. Escorts detainees to and from court appearances and provides security while in court.

Knowledge and skills include knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations governing correctional institutions; knowledge of search, transportation, detainment and restraint methods and procedures; knowledge of human behavior and various social, economic and cultural backgrounds; skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing; skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.

Desirable qualifications include a high school diploma or G.E.D.; successfully completed the Detention Certification Academy training; valid driver's license; ability to successfully pass polygraph, drug test, fingerprinting, and physical test.