Detention Officer

With this being my first official full time job with benefits, it has really turned around my outlook on personal growth and my life has changed so much. I am a real adult with more personal and professional responsibilities than ever before. It’s an adjustment with pros and cons, but a massive improvement overall!

What satisfies me the most in my position here at the city is being able to help both English and Spanish speaking customers. Working for the city has helped me grow by giving me the confidence to get out of my comfort zone and trying new things after being a stay-at-home mom for 15 years.

A team first mentality, I'd say that fits. They really do try and include every department in on, [sic] on-going activities with the city. Not to mention open to listening to concerns that one may have.

Trai Rule , 06/02/2023

I continue to choose Grandview after 8 years because we can see the impact we have on the community directly. There are other larger cities near us that may pay more but it is more difficult to implement change and to have as much of an impact as we are able to here. At Grandview, you are not just a cog in the wheel you are part of the team.

I also continue to choose Grandview because leadership recognizes staffs career or educational goals and helps you to get there.

The City of Grandview Police Department is seeking a dependable, professional, and safety-focused Full-Time Detention Officer to join our team.

Detention Officers play an important role in supporting Police Department operations by providing for the safe and secure intake, supervision, care, transportation, and release of individuals housed in the Grandview Police Detention Center.

This position is a great opportunity for someone who is comfortable working in a structured public safety environment, can remain calm in challenging situations, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to the safety of our community.

As a Detention Officer, you will:

• Receive and process incoming inmates, including conducting searches, completing intake paperwork, securing personal property, and providing detention attire
• Perform booking duties and maintain accurate inmate information and records
• Classify inmates and assign appropriate cell locations
• Maintain accurate inmate counts and monitor inmate locations
• Oversee inmate security and activities within the detention facility
• Supervise inmate meals and facility cleaning activities
• Monitor inmates for signs of illness or injury and take appropriate action when necessary
• Search incoming inmate property to ensure items are permitted within the facility
• Process inmate releases resulting from bond, court order, or completion of time served
  
  Verify release documentation and return personal property
• Prepare inmates for municipal court appearances
• Transport inmates to and from court, interviews, or release
• Assist with prisoner security during court proceedings when needed
• Assist patrol personnel with arrestees so officers can return to public safety duties as quickly as possible
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Successful Detention Officers must be able to combine professionalism, good judgment, attention to detail, tact, and firmness when working with individuals in custody.

This position regularly interacts with inmates who may be uncooperative, emotionally distressed, violent, suicidal, or experiencing mental health concerns. The ability to remain composed, follow established procedures, and maintain a safe and secure environment is essential.

• Possession of a valid state driver's license
• Pepper spray certification required

• High school diploma or equivalent

This position requires the ability to:

• Operate and maneuver equipment used in detention operations, including motor vehicles, restraint devices, pepper spray, and computer equipment
• Coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs to perform movements requiring moderate skill, including the use of restraint devices
• Perform sedentary to light physical work that may include lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects weighing approximately 5–10 pounds
• Recognize…