Job Description

Posting number: 315-2

Department: SHERIFF CIVIL

Job classification: Corrections Officer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Safety, Law Enforcement

Summary

Under direct supervision, oversees and monitors the activities of inmates to ensure the security of the jail facility; may perform other duties as required.

Examples of duties

• Monitors inmates during meals, work, recreation, housekeeping, and visitation;
• Distributes meals, medication, mail, and personal items to prisoners;
• Escorts inmates to and from secured areas, confinement, and court;
• Transports inmates to and from the facility as required;
• Conducts routine security checks of jail areas and equipment;
• Searches inmates and cell areas;
• Conducts inmate head counts;
• Handles inmate complaints, requests, and/or difficult situations;
• Reports problems or unusual circumstances to superiors;
• Assists in the booking and processing of inmates;
• Runs records checks and enters inmate information into the computer to generate required reports;
• Prepares files on inmates;
• Assists in processing the release of inmates from the jail;
• Prepares, types, and maintains jail activity reports, daily log, and other related documents;
• Operates a control board and electronic doors;
• Monitors audio and video equipment to observe inmate activity;
• Utilizes an intercom, paging system, and emergency system as necessary;
• Attends staff meetings and training sessions as required.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Must have a Social Security card

Supplemental information

Working Conditions:

Works an 8-hour shift, in a uniform assignment in the jail, with 2 consecutive days off on either 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, and may be required to work during other than one's assigned shift.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to remain calm during stressful situations; ability to communicate effectively with others; ability to prepare clear and concise reports and written materials; ability to maintain accurate records and files; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to perform tasks requiring physical endurance and agility under adverse conditions; ability to solve problems and make on-the-spot decisions; ability to evaluate reports and statistics; ability to maintain order in a potentially hostile environment; knowledge of the techniques and related safety practices for overseeing inmates in a controlled environment; some basic knowledge of technology and computer applications.

NOTE: The lists of Job Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities are not necessarily all inclusive.