Correctional Officer

Grand Traverse County Michigan•Dubuque, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Grand Traverse County is seeking a Correctional Officer to provide care, custody, safety, security, and supervision for prisoners, and to process intakes and releases at the Grand Traverse County Jail. This role is part of a team responsible for meeting objectives, and requires employees to meet minimum requirements and perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations. The position may involve irregular hours and on-call duties in emergencies.

Requirements

Possess and maintain valid Michigan Driver's License and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the County's Vehicle policy.
Certified as a Correctional Officer in the State of Michigan. Certification can be attained after hire.
Prior to hire, must have a passing score on the EMPCO written test for local corrections officer candidates as recognized and approved by the Michigan Sheriffs' Coordinating and Training Council (MSCTC) effective March 1, 2013.
Prior to hire, must also have a passing score on the physical abilities test for local corrections officer candidates as recognized and approved by the Michigan Sheriff’s Coordinating and Training Council (MSCTS) effective March 1, 2014.
Must not have been convicted of a felony or crime that might question the person's credibility.
Must successfully complete the employment screening process, which may include written and oral evaluations, psychological and physical screening, as well as a complete background investigation.
Must be in good health and able to perform the necessary duties, including ability to pursue, apprehend, restrain and control inmates and to manage the prevention of inmate assaults.
Must meet minimum vision requirements and have normal hearing.
Proficiency in English grammar, spelling, punctuation.
Knowledge of applicable State laws and departmental orders, rules, regulations, and policies.
Knowledge of self-defense techniques.
Ability to operate equipment utilized in the work.
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with clients, co-workers, and representatives of other agencies.
Ability to interpret and explain policies, processes, regulations, and applicable laws within area of expertise in layman’s terms.
Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment.
Ability to apply sound judgment, solve problems, make effective decisions, and act with integrity.
Ability to comprehend, process and apply both verbal and written skills appropriate to the job.
Ability to accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
Ability to use County resources effectively and efficiently.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, corrections, social sciences, public management or related field preferred.
Additional related experience may substitute for the college requirement if there is demonstrated knowledge, ability, and skills to perform the work.

Responsibilities

Processes inmates in and out of the facility, including obtaining fingerprints and mug shots, gathering medical information, placing inmates in cells, checking database for outstanding warrants, logging charges into the computer, pulling warrants, and/or performing other related activities.
Administers housing procedures, which includes: performing head counts; compiling meal counts; performing inmate orientations; collecting and issuing clothing; administering testing; distributing medications; issuing food; passing out razors; distributing mail; disseminating commissary orders; and, performing other related activities.
Performs facility controls, which involves logging activities into computer, monitoring high-risk inmates, monitoring camera systems, logging individuals entering and leaving facility, reviewing reports, and performing other related activities.
Patrols facilities and monitors inmates, ensuring compliance with jail rules and maintaining an orderly facility.
Conducts thorough searches of inmates and cell areas.
Performs court officer activities, which includes: ensuring correct forms are completed and signed; ensuring inmates are seen by the correct court officer; transports inmates to court; enters court information from magistrate bond form or from court dispositions; video tapes bond settings and arraignments; and provides courtroom security.
Transports inmates to and from various locations throughout the state.
Supervises inmates, ensuring compliance with jail rules and maintaining an orderly facility.
Processes inmate monies and bonds.
Monitors and maintains appropriate levels of supplies and materials in support of jail operations and activities.
Responds to court and cell emergencies.
Maintains open communication with fellow officers and supervisors, and follows all policies and procedures of the Sheriff's Office, including the general policing philosophy of the Sheriff.
Maintains and submits all appropriate records.

Benefits

Medical: The County offers employees a high-deductible plan through Priority Health. To help cover the cost of the deductible, Grand Traverse County will deposit a contribution amount up to $2,000 into an employee Health Savings Account every year. You may also direct deposit funds into this account every pay period.
Vision: The County provides a no cost plan for employees. We also offer an enhanced plan through EyeMed.
Dental: Our dental insurance provider is Delta Dental. You will pay no costs or premium for diagnostic and cleaning services.
Wellness: Grand Traverse County is committed to creating a culture of health. We provide a variety of incentives and programs that allow you to live a healthy lifestyle.
Employee Recognition: We highly value our employees, which we show by providing our employees awards and recognition throughout the year, and on anniversary dates.
Tuition Reimbursement: Employees are reimbursed up to $5,250 annually for enrollment in courses at an accredited college, university, or trade school.
Vacation: Grand Traverse County provides a generous amount of vacation days to benefitted employees so you can spend time with family and friends.
Holidays: The County gives you 12 days a year to celebrate holidays. Beyond these 12 days, you will receive additional floating holidays to use at your discretion.
Personal Leave: Employees receive up to 72 hours annually depending on contract, to use for appointments, take care of family needs and other personal reasons. Employees are paid every year for unused personal leave up to 40 hours.
Parental Leave: Employees may take up to 6 months of leave to begin at birth or date of adoption of their child.
Retirement: Grand Traverse County offers a defined contribution through MERS. The plan includes a generous match that fully vests after 6 years of employment.
457(b) Retirement Plans: The County also offers optional 457(b) deferred compensation and Roth retirement plans with matching contributions up to an approved amount, based on applicable contract provisions.
Life Insurance: Benefitted employees automatically receive life insurance.
Short Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays two thirds of your salary or wages for a maximum of 182 days.
Long Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays 60 percent of your salary or wages for a maximum of 24 months.