Detention Officer

Detention Officer – Step 16 – Salary $45,905.60 ($22.07/hr) – $49,691.20 ($23.89/hr)

Supervisor:
Major Brian Blanton

The purpose of this classification is to perform protective work functions associated with maintaining the safety, security and welfare of prisoners in the county jail.

High school diploma supplemented by 2 years of work experience involving public contact or equivalent combination of training or experience;
Ability to complete GA POST Basic Jail Officer Training Course;
Must be 21 years of age by completion of basic training;
Vision 20/40 corrected;
Must be able to climb stairs reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting, walk, possibly run, and be able to move 160 lbs. at least 40 feet;
Must meet minimum score on ACCUPLACER test Reading 55, Writing 60, Math 34;
Must pass physical, drug screen and physical assessment;
Must have a credit report with a minimum score of 500;
No criminal history, Driver’s history must not show a pattern of disregard for traffic laws;
Must be able to complete written reports using Microsoft Word or other report records management program;
Must be able to multi-task under different degrees of circumstances;
Must be able to supervise inmates under the direct supervision concept which requires direct contact and supervision of inmates for the entire shift.

• Enforces jail rules, regulations and procedures; maintains inmate discipline; maintains a secure and peaceful environment in the facility.
• Monitors inmate activities inside the facility on a continual basis (e.g., during meals, cleaning activities, exercise, work, recreation, visitation, personal hygiene, and related activities).
• Takes headcounts of inmates as required.
• Receives/releases inmates transferred to/from the facility; completes applicable forms; secures personal property; makes photographic and fingerprinting records of incoming arrestees; explains jail rules, regulations and procedures.
• Performs various functions associated with ensuring the health, safety and welfare of inmates (e.g., distributing meals and removing meal trays; providing clothing, bedding and supplies; obtaining medical aid; coordinating visitation; distributing mail; coordinating telephone communication; etc.).
• Administers medications and first aid; responds to inmate requests for other medical attention; determines whether medical care is needed; forwards medical request forms to nurse.
• Transports inmates to/from court, medical facilities, work assignments, or elsewhere as directed; accompanies inmates from one area of the facility to another.
• Searches inmates mail, lockers, cells and buildings to locate/remove contraband.
• Performs tower guard duties to assure security of facility; monitors television screens; operates electronic access doors; maintains log of activities.
• Performs periodic security checks of facility; inspects locks, alarms and other security devices.
• Assists officers in restraining violent/unruly arrestees.
• Receives monies in payment for fines, fees, bonds, inmate accounts, or other departmental services; records payments and issues receipts, forwards revenues as appropriate.
• Operates a computer to research, review, enter and/or modify information in database.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with departmental operations, per established procedures and within designated time frames; distributes documentation or maintains records as appropriate.
• Prepares routine correspondence, forms, reports, logs and other documents via computer and/or typewriter; maintains daily reports on all incidents, accidents and activities; maintain records.
• Receives various documentation; reviews, processes, responds, forwards, maintains, and/or other action as appropriate.
• Communicates via telephone and two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
• Responds to routine requests for information or assistance from inmates, family members, attorneys, court officials, employees, the general public, or other individuals.
• Maintains inventory of departmental supplies; initiates…