CO1 - Correctional Detail Officer - Repairs and Maintenance
About The Position
The Correctional Detail Officer supervises inmates performing labor, including repairs and maintenance of city streets and sidewalks. The officer promotes the safety of inmates and the public by enforcing state corrections rules and regulations, training inmates in equipment use and maintenance, and enforcing work-site safety guidelines. The position also involves inspecting damage, estimating repair needs and materials, maintaining tools, equipment, safety gear, and the inmate van, coordinating with other crews, and initiating work orders. Other related duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques used in street maintenance activities.
- Knowledge of tools and equipment used in street maintenance activities.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of inmate supervision.
- Skill in implementing policies and procedures, problem-solving, decision-making, management and supervision, and oral and written communication.
- Specialized occupational training in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
- Sufficient relevant experience, usually associated with an apprenticeship or internship or one to two years in a similar position.
- Possession of, or ability to readily obtain, certification by the Georgia Department of Corrections.
- Possession of, or ability to readily obtain, a valid Georgia driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Ability to perform the described physical activities, including frequently lifting heavy objects, climbing ladders, using power and hand tools, and operating equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
- Ability to distinguish shades of color.
Responsibilities
- Supervise inmates performing labor and enforce state corrections rules and regulations to protect inmates and the general public.
- Train inmates in the proper use, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
- Supervise inmates repairing and maintaining city streets and sidewalks.
- Inspect damage and estimate required repairs and materials.
- Inventory tools and ensure they are serviceable.
- Ensure the inmate van is serviceable and safety equipment is operable.
- Maintain the operability of assigned equipment.
- Coordinate with other crews.
- Initiate work orders.
- Enforce work-site safety guidelines.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
