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JOB SUMMARY:
This is a full time non-exempt position. Performs assigned duties to
assure efficient and lawful operation of the Detention Center.
The roles, responsibilities, job functions, knowledge, skills and
abilities set forth herein may be revised from time-to-time in order to
comply with federal and state laws, departmental needs and the changing
requirements for this position.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
1. The officers will process incoming and outgoing prisoners.
2. The officers will transport inmates to court, medical appointments
and other law enforcement facilities. Transport will be on foot, by auto
or if necessary by ambulance. The officers are also responsible for
moving inmates to other assigned areas to meet with attorneys, law
enforcement officers, and for religious services or Alcoholics Anonymous
groups. Officers are responsible for applying appropriate restraints
during transport and for maintaining proper supervision.
3. The officers will allow prisoners access to the telephone at
specified times to make out-going calls. Prisoners will be allowed
access to the Centers library including requested legal materials. This
includes accepting written requests for legal assistance and delivering
to the Clerk for distribution to attorneys.
4. Maintain a daily log of all activities within the Center including
visits by the public, relatives of inmates, attorneys and Court Services
personnel.
5. Maintain the safety of the staff and the residents of the facility.
All incoming property will be searched for the presence of weapons and
contraband. Inspect cells as necessary to search for weapons and
contraband.
6. Supervise all inmate visitations from professionals or authorized
visitors and conduct searches and log all incoming property intended for
prisoners.
7. Contact medical personnel as needed following observation of
prisoner health complaints. EMTs or an ambulance may be summoned for
emergency situations. Appointments will be made for non-emergency
situations. Assure proper medication for prisoner prescribed
medications, disperse as directed and keep a log.
8. Distribute prisoner requested writing material and stamp according
to policy. Pick up outgoing mail and deliver to the Clerk for mailing or
pickup.
9. Maintain cleanliness and order in the facility. Collect trash
following meals. Wash laundry from the facility and inmates personal
laundry. Disperse personal hygiene items to the prisoners.
10. Maintain personal knowledge of all inmates and assure that they are
accounted for and in their proper location.
11. Advise the Food Supervisor of the prisoner count and serve three
meals each day. Note any special dietary needs of any prisoner.
12. Act as Deputy Clerk for the District Court by completing bond
forms. Serve warrants as needed on prisoners in court or at the Center.
Assist Deputies, Dispatchers and Juvenile Attenders with the fulfillment
of their duties.
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate: