Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher

Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher

Under supervision, to work in a training capacity, learning to supervise inmates at the County Detention Facility and maintain Facility security; to learn procedures and methods for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates; to oversee work details and leisure activities; to learn to receive and dispatch non-emergency and emergency radio and telephone communications to law enforcement, emergency medical, and other public safety personnel as Public Safety Answering Point for the 911 System; to maintain field communications during incidents; to perform general office support assignments; and to do related work as required.

Assists with supervision of inmates in the County Detention Facility; may oversee inmates during leisure time activities and on work details; checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects; sees that facilities, cells, and grounds are kept sanitary; conducts periodic block checks; learns procedures and performs searches of inmates; performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband; maintains discipline among inmates; opens and censors incoming mail; maintains and updates Detention Facility records; responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Detention Facility policies within constraints of Department regulations; learns to receive and book inmates; learns fingerprinting and takes photographs; learns to assign prisoners to cells according to the Facility classification plan; learns requirements and releases prisoners on proper authorization, returning personal property and clothing; may testify in court and before disciplinary boards; delivers pre-packaged medications, according to specific instructions; learns methods and procedures and investigates incidents and violations of rules at the facility for disciplinary reports and possible citation or arrest; collects and secures evidence; may transport inmates to and from court, medical appointments, and other institutions; supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours; serves warrants; operates a centralized control system controlling access and movement in the Facility.

Answers the telephone, receiving and classifying calls; learns and exercises basic responsibility in determining priority of response and dispatching appropriate Emergency Medical and other Public Safety units, according to availability, assigned geographic area, and location, to non-emergency and emergency calls; maintains field communications for public safety checks, and during emergencies and incidents; transfers emergency calls to other agencies as warranted; monitors various public safety radio channels, and coordinates efforts in dispatching personnel and equipment; maintains records / logs of calls for services, radio transmissions, and telephone messages using the computer; establishes chain of custody / evidence of communications dispatcher records; enters and clears information on the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (CLETS) to assist personnel with calls; operates the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD); sends, receives, and decodes teletype information; enters and tracks restraining orders into local, state & national data base systems; coordinates interagency law enforcement communications using telephone radio and computer with emergency medial and public safety activities; processes warrants; updates daily dispatching logs; performs a wide variety of general office assistance assignments; operates dispatching, office equipment, and computers; provides information to other staff and the public.

Knowledge of :

• Basic knowledge of correctional procedures and inmate control problems.
• Good public relations techniques.
• First aid methods and techniques.
• The general geography of Trinity County.
• Modern office methods and procedures.

Ability to :

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be : some previous work experience with a correctional system or in a position having substantial public contact is highly desirable.

Completion of a Basic Jail Operations Course approved by S.T.C. must be accomplished within 12 months of initial employment. Completion of P.C. 832 and weapons training is required within 12 months of initial employment. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

Sit for extended periods, generally up to three hours if dispatching; frequently stand and walk; maintain mental alertness during periods of inactivity; ability to stoop, kneel, and bend over; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing in excess of 100 lbs with assistance; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time and restrain prisoners; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX as well as radio communication and dispatching equipment.

Work is performed in an office and outdoor environment; work is performed in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions; unusual exposure to life threatening situations; continuous contact with inmates, other staff and the public.

This is the entry and first working level in the Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher class series. Incumbents work in a learning capacity performing Correctional Deputy duties related to the care, custody, and confinement of inmates at the County Detention Facility, as well as exercising responsibility for dispatching and maintaining field communications with public safety personnel. Incumbents may also perform a variety of office support responsibilities. This class is distinguished from Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher II by the fact that Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher II incumbents are expected to be fully trained and capable of performing assignments with minimal guidance and supervision. A Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher I may be promoted to Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher II after demonstration of sufficient skills and knowledge and sound work habits.

Correctional Deputy Sheriffs for the County of Trinity have peace officer status only as described in Section 830.1(c) of the California Penal Code. Employees in the Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher Sheriff class series may not exercise the powers of a peace officer until successful completion of the arrest and firearms training required pursuant to subdivision (a) of Penal Code section 832. If they have not completed, within 120 days after the date of employment, the training required by the Board of Corrections for custodial personnel pursuant to Penal Code Section 6035, and the training required for custodial personnel of local detention facilities pursuant to Division 1 (commencing with Section 100) of Title 15 of the California Code of Regulations, they may not exercise the powers of a peace officer after the 120th day of employment.

Jail Commander, Correctional / Deputy Dispatcher II or the Correctional Deputy / Dispatcher III as a lead / shift person.

None.

In addition to our everyday duties, we have an added responsibility to help in a declared disaster. Under California law, all public employees are Disaster Service Workers and may be called upon in the event of a disaster. The roles and responsibilities for Disaster Service Workers are authorized by the California Emergency Services Act and are defined in the California Government Code 3100-3102; Labor Code 3211.92(b).

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