Deputy Jailer

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This position is responsible for the operation of the Detention Center in compliance with Columbia County Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures and state/federal laws to ensure the safe, legal and humane custody and care of incarcerated persons.

This position answers to a Detention Center Sergeant.

• Maintains jail security by performing routine security checks within/around the facility, searches areas and persons for contraband, maintains accurate counts of inmates at regular intervals, and control entrances/exits and inmate movement throughout the facility.
• Performs tasks of inmate bookings/releases which include: mugshots, fingerprints, consular notifications, victim notifications, and receive/inventory/release inmate property; prepares and processes bonds, documents and searches visitors for inmate visitations, receives funds for inmate accounts, and assists the public.
• Operates control rooms, coordinates movement within the facility, monitors audio and video surveillance equipment, maintains key control and accountability, and maintains inmate headcount.
• Observes inmates to detect, deter or prevent self-destructive or criminal behavior; enforces rules and regulations in maintaining custody of inmates; maintains life functions for inmates, including but not limited to, access to meals, medical care, religious worship, exercise, and hygiene standards without compromising security.
• Performs other duties as needed.

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws/ordinances.
• Working knowledge of CCSO/CCDC policies and procedures.
• Skill in written/oral communication, public relations, and the observation of human behavior.
• Ability to administer first aid and CPR.
• Ability to operate computers, copiers, fingerprint equipment, cameras, two-way radios, monitoring equipment, and fire extinguishers.

• Holds Georgia jailer certification or is able to obtain this certification.
• Associate's Degree or able to attain.
• Must become certified in the use of oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray and TASER CEW.
• Must pass all drug screens.

• Walking, running moderate distances, bending, reaching, and climbing stairs and ladders.
• Lifting, dragging, pushing, pulling objects and people.
• Use of hands/feet for self-defense and maintaining a moderate duration of force.
• Use of restraining and control holds and/or restraining devices.

Must meet appearance standards as set forth by the Sheriff.