DETENTION OFFICER I

Jail Officer

The purpose of this position is to provide and maintain security, safety, care, and control of inmates, detention facility, and facility equipment in the County jail. This is an entry level position in which incumbents work under direct supervision and enroll in required training.

Examples of duties include :

• Ensuring the security and safety of inmates; supervising inmates to prevent injury to themselves or by other inmates; responding to alarms; conducting inmate and cell searches to remove contraband materials and weapons; and providing inmates with information regarding charges, bonding, attorneys, and personal interactions.
• Monitoring and accounting for inmates; conducting intake / booking of inmates on arrival; monitoring and ensuring that all inmates are accounted for and are secured in their cells; conducting walkthroughs and body counts; and monitoring the control towers and video surveillance system.
• Providing inmates with daily living needs; issuing clothing; performing inmate meal distribution and commissary distribution; overseeing recreation activities and religious services; and may participate in operation of cafeteria and laundry services.
• Transporting inmates to different locations; transporting or escorting inmates to different locations within the facility or to locations outside the facility; and maintaining control at all times.
• Ensuring the security and safety of facility staff and visitors; monitoring visitor access to facilities; conducting searches for contraband materials; and escorting visitors within the facility.
• Processing a variety of documentation associated with department / division operations, within designated timeframes, and per established procedures receives and reviews various documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and / or hardcopy records.
• Operating a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing Microsoft Office, Police Central, database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
• Operating or utilizing various equipment, firearms, Taser, handcuffs, batons, fingerprint machine, radio, personal protective gear, and other supplies in order to complete work assignments.
• Communicating with supervisor, inmates, other law enforcement agencies and officers, other County employees, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education and Experience : Requires a High School diploma or equivalent. No prior experience is required; training will be provided.

Licenses or Certifications : Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.

Special Requirements : None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Physical Demands :

The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.

Work Environment :

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require standing for extended periods of time. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, hazardous materials, traffic hazards, toxic agents, human bites, explosives, firearms, violence, disease, and pathogenic substances. The noise level in the work environment may be at times moderate to loud.

Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description. Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.