About Detention Officer

Under limited supervision, performs a variety of semi‑routine duties which ensure discipline, safety and security among inmates confined in the County Detention Center. Performs duties in accordance with federal, state and local jail laws and standards. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Reports to the Lieutenant on assigned shift.

Is responsible for conducting those processes pertaining to incoming subjects such as fingerprinting, searching, completing necessary forms, photographing, screening inmates, issuing supplies and clothing, supervising the phone calls made by both inmates and subjects being booked, and inventorying and storing of personal properties.

Supervises and monitors prisoners both in and out of housing units in order to prevent security breaks, riots, escapes, fire crises, disputes, etc. and to ensure safety of all people with whom inmates come in contact. Supervises inmates during recreation activities and work detail.

Assumes responsibility for all needs of inmates during detention including serving meals, providing or obtaining any required medical aid, ensuring cleanliness, etc. Assists inmates with problems they may encounter while detained in the facility. Assists prisoners with completing various forms and documents. Takes grievances, requests, etc. from prisoners. Instructs and counsels inmates as needed.

Conducts guard tours and security checks. Performs cell inspections as well as fire and safety inspections.

Transports prisoners to various locations including court, hospital, mental institution, etc. as appropriate.

Serves warrants and disciplinary tickets as necessary.

Performs a variety of duties relative to discharging inmates.

Answers phone calls from the public regarding inmates and Detention procedures.

Prepares and maintains a variety of documents and reports in the performance of the job such as the daily record log, booking reports, medication logs, incident reports, visitors log, property forms, medical forms, transportation log, etc. Maintains records on whereabouts of inmates at all times.

Operates and utilizes various types of equipment to complete daily responsibilities including vehicle, communication equipment, computer, copier, restraining equipment, fingerprint board, firearms, etc.

Performs other related duties as required.

High school diploma with training as required and PR-24 certification, basic jail certification, CPR certification, and standard first aid certification plus required on-the-job experience as a Detention Officer; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Must possess a valid S.C. driver’s license. If not certified as a Correctional Officer at time of hire, must complete Criminal Justice Academy Training.

Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including computer, two-way radio, firearms, various supplies, etc. Must be physically able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Physical demands are in excess of sedentary work.

Work involves seizing, holding, grasping, etc. Work involves walking or standing for long periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of one hundred pounds.

Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, objects.

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes the giving of assignments and instructions to inmates. Includes the receiving of information and instructions from supervisor.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of documents and reports. Requires the ability to prepare and…