Sheriff's Office Detentions Officer
CLASS TITLE: DETENTION OFFICER
CLASS CODE: 1333
DEPARTMENT: SHERIFF
FLSA STATUS: N
REPORTS TO: DETENTION SERGEANT
DATE: 03/13
JOB SUMMARY:
Performs routine work in the safekeeping of prisoners by running the control boards and security systems in the La Plata County Detention Facility. Performs all computer work for booking inmates including handling of inmate money and property. Acts as a bond commissioner for the Sheriff’s Office.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Reasonable accommodations, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, will be made when possible
Secures all exterior and security doors in the facility by visually monitoring all movement of all people in the facility and controls movement utilizing the control board; controls all lights, alarms, elevators, and other override equipment; contacts outside agencies such as fire, EMS, etc. as needed; serves as central command post for emergency procedures in the event of fire, riot, etc.
Maintains records and prepares reports of inmates transported and returned to detention facility.
Reviews arresting officers paperwork for completeness before accepting incoming inmate; inventories inmates clothing, personal property, and money; takes mug shot for verification by local, State, and Federal agencies.
Prepares and maintains records of daily activities on the computer in accordance with departmental policies and procedures; receives, opens, and inspects incoming mail.
Prepares and maintains accurate log entries detailing the services and daily routines; creates and maintains files on inmates recording the time/dates/reason for incarceration, any changes in the conditions or requirements of incarceration and the time/date/authority for release.
Verifies inventory of inmates clothing, personal property, and money against written records; utilizes departmental guidelines to determine property items an inmate may take into housing and stores the other items to be returned upon release.
Verifies inmates ability to leave facility by utilizing the computer and written records from the facility, local, State, and Federal agencies and the courts; generates and completes release paperwork; sends copies to records and other agencies as required.
Operates various technical equipment to monitor and control the activities of inmates and their visitors which includes controlling cameras, operating doors, elevators, showers and fire escape.
Prepares written reports on incidents occurring inside the facility with includes the actions/use of necessary force by the officers to be utilized in criminal prosecutions, defense against lawsuits, disciplinary procedures against inmates and at time for internal affair investigations.
Prepares reports detailing operational problems such as defective equipment, suggestions for improving services, or hazardous conditions.
Answers inmates questions regarding the rules and regulations of the facility, provides information regarding the booking process, bond amounts, and charges, etc.
Acts as a bond commissioner and liaison between the jail and ATI. May be required to testify in court as to actions taken while acting as a bond commissioner.
Performs other related duties as assigned. Regular and predictable attendance is required.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer Two-Way Radio Monitors Control Panels Camera General Office Equipment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or GED; and,
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid State Driver's License.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Laws pertaining to the custody of prisoners.
Security of buildings and grounds, and of the rules and regulations governing entrances and exits.
Computer applications related to the work.
All applicable state, federal and local laws, rules and regulations.
Recordkeeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
Skill in:
Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to:
Ability to evaluate and report inmate behaviors.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
Ability to detect and report conditions which might indicate danger.
Ability to react quickly and calmly under emergency conditions.
Ability to display sound judgment in making work decisions.
Ability to understand and follow a variety of simple or complex instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to run up or down stairways or respond to other incidents.
Working Conditions:
Exposure to potentially hazardous situations which involve physically violent persons, or interviewing mentally or emotionally disturbed persons. The incumbent's working conditions are typically moderately quiet. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, stoop, kneel crouch or crawl, speak and hear, and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Starting at $22.46/hr. FT w/ medical, dental, vision, retirement & paid parental leave benefits.
Application Deadline 4 PM 8/28/22.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.