Sheriffs Office - Commissary Assistant

KNOX COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE - COMMISSARY ASSISTANT Position Summary

The Commissary Assistant has the primary responsibility to assist the Commissary Supervisor in managing the commissary.

The following are required duties of this position:

• Assists in managing all commissary functions.
• Conducts monthly inventory and places order as necessary.
• Maintains records of stock inventory.
• Inputs and retrieves records and reports.
• Required to self-report any prior or future PREA misconduct involving sexual abuse/sexual harassment. Failure to report or false reporting of PREA misconduct is grounds for immediate termination.
• Other duties as assigned.

The following are the educational and/or training requirements for this position:

• Must be able to read and comprehend English language directives, training materials, and other documentation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Tennessee drivers’ license.

The following experience is required for this position:

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a position that involves handling money, such as a retail clerk.

The following non-physical knowledge, skills and abilities are required for this position:

• Ability to recognize routine problems and break down simple problems into component parts.
• Ability to manage a limited number of routine, stable tasks with minimal supervision that typically do not change over time.
• Demonstrates some familiarity of departmental policies and procedures.

The following physical ability(s) is/are required for this position:

• Must have physical ability to operate a variety of office equipment such as adding machine, computer, and multi-line phone.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and pull a cart full of commissary tubes.
• Must maintain the ability to work any hours, any shift and any days off during your career.

The following responsibilities are required for this position:

• Fills commissary orders placed by inmates and replenishes stock when necessary.
• Delivers Commissary orders to inmates and completes all paperwork.
• Maintains records of maintenance and repairs to commissary vehicle and ensures proper maintenance of vehicle.
• Executes other responsibilities as assigned by the Sheriff, Sheriff’s designee, or supervisor.
• Monitor inmates

Ability to operate or use the following machinery and/or equipment is required for this position:

• Radio
• Pulling cart
• Adding machine
• Multi-line telephone

The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer.