Correctional Officer Trainee - Pioche

Correctional Officers maintain and supervise inmates in state Correctional facilities in a controlled humane environment. This position will be at a Conservation Camp in Pioche, a minimum‑security facility. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities required in this occupation.

NOTE:

As part of the selection process, the Nevada Department of Corrections will conduct:
1) POST physical fitness test which consists of a vertical jump of 15 inches, agility run in 20.4 seconds, 20 push‑ups (not timed), a 300‑meter run in 1 minute 14 seconds, and a 1.5‑mile run/walk in 17 minutes 37 seconds;
2) Extensive background investigation;
3) Drug test;
4) Medical physical examination;
5) Psychological examination; and
6) Correctional Officer structured interview.

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

• Conduct regular and unscheduled head counts of offenders during active hours in housing units, dormitories, work details, or training activities and telephone the control center to provide accurate physical counts according to established procedures; fill out and submit appropriate forms to control centers and/or supervisors.
• Control, direct, and monitor activity and movement of offenders within a specified area (line movements, showers, recreation or game rooms, dining areas, housing units, segregation and/or special management units) to ensure security and safety of offenders, staff, and the public by instructing offenders, ordering, and disciplining them.
• Coordinate, direct, and instruct offender work crews and evaluate offender work to ensure proper completion of work and take appropriate action or report to supervisor.
• Monitor and control offenders during transport to work assignments, classes, medical appointments, and court hearings using proper restraints and transport tactics.
• Intervene in and control acts of negative behavior and violence in order to maintain security and safety of offenders, staff, and the public by instructing offenders and by using physical force such as restraints, firearms, or other devices as required following prescribed procedures and guidelines.
• Conduct visual surveillance of security perimeter and monitor vehicle and foot traffic entering and leaving the facility to detect abnormal or suspicious activity, inappropriate behavior, and to maintain safety and security of offenders, staff, and the public.
• Inspect persons and articles before admission to the institution by operating metal detector, x‑ray machine, and/or hand scanner to ensure proper authorization for entry in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform random and specific searches and inspections of offenders (clothed and unclothed) and visitors (clothed) to prevent the introduction of contraband into the facility.
• Search offender housing, buildings, institution, physical plant, supplies, and offenders’ personal property for weapons and contraband following institutional procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain proper use, control, and accountability of keys, caustic and flammable materials, tools, dangerous kitchen utensils, and equipment to maintain safety and security of offenders, staff, and the public.
• Inspect keys and locks for damage and check windows, bars, doors, gates, fences, walls, fire suppression equipment, and ceilings for damage or possible breach of security to maintain safety and security of the institution, offenders, staff, and the public according to established procedures and guidelines.
• Operate appropriate state vehicles, including transportation vans and standard vehicles, which require a valid driver’s license to transport offenders and patrol fences.
• Write reports pertaining to occurrences that require action by supervisors and incident or disciplinary reports detailing incorrect offender behavior and violations of institutional rules and regulations.
• Process institution and offender mail and packages; collect, inspect, and distribute mail in accordance with institutional procedures and guidelines.
• Brief supervisors and…