Correctional Officer

Effingham County Board of Commissioners•Springfield, GA

7d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to ensure the safe, legal, and humane custody and care of persons incarcerated in the Effingham County Prison. Employees in this classification may also supervise visitation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Must possess and maintain, or be eligible to obtain within required timeframes, Georgia P.O.S.T. certification for corrections and applicable weapons qualification.

Responsibilities

Maintains custody, control, and supervision of inmates in accordance with established procedures; monitors inmate activity within the facility and during visitation.
Transports or escorts inmates to work details, court, and medical facilities as required; transfers inmates to appropriate custody for outdoor work assignments.
Conducts head counts in accordance with Georgia Department of Corrections Standard Operating Procedures to maintain security and accountability.
Conducts routine security rounds; inspects locks, fences, alarms, and other security systems to maintain facility security.
Supervises inmates during mealtimes, recreation, visitation, telephone use, and mail distribution; assists with medication distribution under established procedures; refers and responds to inmate medical requests in accordance with established protocols; monitors routine cleaning and maintenance activities within the facility.
Escorts inmates between areas of the facility.
Completes accurate and timely reports, logs, and documentation in accordance with established procedures.
Maintains awareness of inmate behavior and facility conditions; reports incidents, violations, and safety concerns in accordance with established procedures.
Performs duties in accordance with established laws, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures with limited independent discretion.
Employees hired in a trainee capacity must obtain Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the timeframe established by Georgia P.O.S.T. Council requirements.
Provides support to other personnel or departments as operationally required.
Performs other duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.