Detention Supervisor

Under general supervision of the Detention Manager, supervises the daily operation of the municipal detention facility on a specific shift. The Detention Supervisor is responsible for recommendation and implementation of policies and procedures. The Detention Supervisor will also perform the duties of Detention Officer as needed.

• Supervises the daily operation of the municipal detention facility on a specific shift, including inspection of the cell block and book-in areas for needed repairs/maintenance, safety factors and procedural functions; assigns work tasks and provides direction and guidance to Detention facility personnel in performance of these functions.
• Assists with selection process, training, development, counseling, disciplinary, and performance evaluations of assigned detention staff.
• Conducts in-service training on current detention facility standards and practices.
• Develops, recommends, updates, and implements policies and procedures for detention facility personnel and detention facility operations.
• Prepare written documentation of personnel related matters and operational activities.
• Maintain a working knowledge of departmental and divisional policies, general orders, directives, and procedures pertaining to the detention facility section.
• Identifies and makes budgetary recommendations for detention facility personnel and detention facility operations.
• Performs booking procedures into/out of the municipal detention facility, including logging in of property, recording names into the arrest book and onto the computer, fingerprinting, photographing, and conducting a secondary search for weapons/drugs before putting prisoners into cells.
• May administer intoxilyzer tests and video tape persons arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI).
• Monitors care of prisoners in the detention facility, including meals, responding to medical emergencies within the facility and summoning paramedics when needed, showers, visitors, and telephone calls.
• Monitors prisoners during arraignment proceedings.
• Explains bail and bond-out options to prisoners charged with offenses; accepts bail, bonds, or fines from and completes release forms for prisoners.
• Facilitate prisoner visitations with relatives and legal counsel.
• Attend/testify in all criminal and civil courts when summoned.
• Assist the public and Departmental personnel with requests by telephone, in written communications, and in person.

• Attend training schools/seminars and other City related events which may require occasional overnight travel.
• Performs all the duties of a Detention Officer as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and procedure applicable to incarceration of prisoners and civil rights.
• Knowledge of penal codes as they relate to incarceration of prisoners.
• Knowledge of internal detention security and order standards.
• Health and safety standards applicable to Detention facilities.
• Knowledge of the order and decorum standards for appearing and testifying in court.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures, including the ability to accurately collect and count money and to make change.
• Proficient in the use of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software.
• Skill in effective oral and written communications including preparation and presentation of reports and materials.
• Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns.
• Knowledge of customer service and training methods and practices.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.

• High School Diploma or GED and 3-5 years’ experience as a Detention Officer and/or one (1) year as a Detention Supervisor.
• Must obtain certificate of completion of Basic Jailer training program within one (1) year of employment.
• Familiarity with CALEA accreditation standards a plus.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen, polygraph, psychological examination, physical agility test, criminal background check and MVR check.
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