Corrections Officer - Jail

job description

general purpose the corrections officer position is responsible for maintaining order and securing inmates in the county jail. Supervision received this position reports directly to a corrections supervisor – sergeant and corrections supervisor – lieutenant, and/or other higher level supervisory officer as designated. Supervision exercised this position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees. Essential duties of the position when necessary, corrections officers may be required to work in excess of eight (8) hours at one time and without restrictions, and be able to perform the duties and responsibilities at 100% of capacity, in order to be deemed fit for duty.

Processes incoming inmates. Conducts searches within the facility and searches of inmate cells in accordance with established policies, regulations, and/or procedures. Transports inmates as necessary. Monitors inmate activities, including both supervision and interaction with inmates. Coordinates daily activities of inmates. Makes required rounds to check safety and welfare of inmates. Processes paperwork, completing required reports and forms on a daily basis, such as incidents of misbehavior or violation of rules.

Interacts with the public via telephone or face-to-face and coordinates activities with outside agencies and internal county personnel. Enters information into the jail's computer system. Reviews and interprets court orders, remands, and releases. Observes inmates to detect violations of jail regulations or any unusual physical appearance or behavior of inmates. Physically restrains inmates when necessary to prevent injuries to staff and other inmates, and to maintain security.

Uses weapons, handcuffs, and minimum amount of physical force to maintain discipline and order among inmates in situations which necessitate. Learns names and identification numbers, and recognizes faces of problem inmates, by observing and receiving information from other officers so that such persons can be closely observed. Briefs officers on incoming shift as to unusual activities and inmate status. On reporting to work, attends shift briefings and reads bulletins issued by the department or institution to keep abreast of changes in policies/regulations, and to receive work assignments.

Directs inmates in housekeeping duties in the cell block area such as sweeping/mopping of floors, making beds, and dusting/vacuuming to maintain sanitary conditions.
* an employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

required minimum qualifications education & experience – completion of a high school, or general equivalency, diploma; and corrections officers are required to possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; and preferred age requirement is twenty-one (21) years of age. We will consider applicants between eighteen (18) and twenty (20) years of age based on maturity and documented work experience, education and/or military experience.

Medical examination – a post offer medical examination, including a urine drug screen, is a requirement for employment. Any medical or physical condition or defect which would cause the officer to be a hazard to himself, herself or others, or become aggravated as a result of the performance of these duties, will be cause for the offer to be rescinded.

Corrections officers assigned to special teams must pass a physical agility assessment test on an annual basis. Personality inventory - a pre-interview personality inventory exam must be completed. Failure to demonstrate sufficient capacity to perform duties of this position may be cause for the offer to be rescinded. Background investigation - a post-offer criminal history check, child abuse…