Detention Officer

Ware County Government • Waycross, GA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining security at the jail.

Requirements

• Knowledge of law enforcement and corrections processes, including bonding procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and county and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices.
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR.
• Skill in basic mathematical calculations.
• Skill in record-keeping.
• Skill in interpersonal communication.
• Skill in the use of physical restraint methods and equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth in the Georgia Mandate Law Enforcement Training Act/Peace Officer's Standards and Training Act.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the security of the facility by conducting security checks and performing cell searches and inspections.
• Issues meals, clothing, linens, and personal items to inmates; dispenses medication as authorized.
• Provides inmate programs, including recreational, legal, health care, visitation and religious services.
• Performs all inmate booking functions, including searching, fingerprinting and photographing inmates.
• Completes bond paperwork for the release of inmates.
• Prepares reports on jail and inmate activities.
• Supervises inmates performing such assignments as cleaning and maintaining the jail facility.
• Checks the jail docket; observes locations and activities of inmates.
• Assists with the cleaning and maintenance of the facility as needed; identifies maintenance problems.
• Supervises outside and visitation times for inmates.
• Searches trustees returning from outside work detail for contraband or weapons.
• Conducts daily store and mail calls.
• Assists with the transportation of inmates to such locations as medical and other correctional facilities.
• May perform dispatching duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED