Jailer

Jailer Position

A successful candidate will play an active role in the City of College Park's existing operational success. The purpose of the position is to ensure the safety and security of prisoners and visitors to the City Jail. Successful implementation of the work results in a safer atmosphere, a decrease in inmate conflict, and an increase in visitor security.

Independent judgment is required to identify, select and apply the most appropriate available guidelines and procedures as well as interpret precedents. This position is responsible for the safety and security of prisoners and visitors to the City jail. Work includes booking, supervising, and controlling detainees; enforcement of security rules, regulations, and procedures; and, the provision of services and information to detainees.

Responsibilities include :

• Receives and books detainees including fingerprinting, photographing, and issuing uniforms.
• Collects, inventories, and logs inmate property at booking.
• Maintains routine operations and security of the jail including checking jail to verify that all prisoners are accounted for; monitors location and activity of prisoners.
• Completes and maintains all arrest and booking reports on all prisoners and persons placed on bond.
• Places prisoners in an assigned jail cell and removes them for release or transportation.
• Arranges for an escort to transport to other locations.
• Assures safety and health of prisoners.
• Monitors prisoner activity in jail cells.
• Assures prisoners receive meals.
• Dispense necessary medications as prescribed by a physician.
• Arranges for a prisoner to be transported for medical care as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that logically relate to the position.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include :

Qualifications include :