Correctional Officer

Duchesne County•Duchesne, UT

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Corrections Corporal, the Correctional Officer performs correctional duties related to the security, safety, order, control, and discipline of the jail, including the incarceration and supervision of inmates. The role aims to provide safety and security for incarcerated inmates, maintain county, office, and personal integrity, enhance inmate development, reduce liabilities through knowledge and application of relevant policies and procedures, and provide a safe environment for the community and visitors of Duchesne County. The officer secures the jail, supervises and observes inmates, maintains order, provides for inmate needs, and handles booking and release procedures. The role also includes maintaining records, operating the facility’s control room and security systems, keeping a daily activity and incident log, and being available on call as needed. The position involves rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 21 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Inspect locks, gates, doors, and perimeter gates to provide security for the county jail.
Supervise inmates in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.
Observe inmate conduct and behavior to prevent disturbances and escapes; search inmate cells for contraband; and patrol assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities and rule infractions.
Use appropriate forms of discipline to maintain order among inmates.
Supervise inmates during recreation, meal periods, and transit.
Provide for inmates’ physical, medical, and other necessary needs.
Process new arrestees, including conducting searches and pat-downs, completing bookings and logs, securing confiscated property, and reviewing offense status and classification to determine security and confinement level.
Perform duties associated with inmate releases, including verifying and returning county-issued and confiscated property, completing release paperwork, and forwarding court documentation to the appropriate courts.
Prepare arrest records, reports, bookings, releases, fingerprints, and mug-shot photographs; assist with maintaining records, reporting materials, and databases.
Operate and oversee the Control Room and master facility security and electronic functions.
Maintain a daily log of activities and incidents.
Be subject to on-call status as needed.
Perform related duties as business necessitates.