Control Booth Operator - Juvenile Administration - 1

Brazos County•Bryan, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

To maintain a secure detention center environment by maintaining appropriate electronic access for staff and juveniles. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is related or a logical assignment to the position. Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or its equivalent.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Must be 21 years of age, or older.
Valid Texas driver’s license with appropriate liability auto insurance coverage (Driver’s license requirements must be met within 30 days if employee recently moved from another state).
An understanding of human behavioral patterns and the ability to apply good judgment in dealing with troubled youth and their families.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Must possess basic computer knowledge and competence.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of working experience with youth-oriented services or programs preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the institution.
Maintains care, custody, and control of residents in accordance with established procedures.
Provides safe living environment for residents.
Completes necessary paperwork.
Assists in orientating newly employed officers and relief officers in all phases of detention duties.
Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of facility.
Operate the electronic security access control panel and security cameras.
Answer control booth telephone.
Monitor numerous electronic TV surveillance screens.
Serve as dispatcher for the Detention two-way radio system.
Maintain a daily shift log of detention activities.
On call 24 hours a day, subject to irregular work hours.
Follow established policies, procedures, and practices of the department.
Maintain security and confidentiality of all case information, files and chronos as required by the Texas Family Code.