Detention Officer #1735 - Male Unit - Juvenile Court Detention Unit - Juvenile Court Judge

Hamilton County•Chattanooga, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Detention Officer performs security-related tasks supporting the Juvenile Detention Center. This vacancy is for the male unit; state guidelines require detainees to be managed by individuals of the same sex. The position requires a Federal NCIC background check and fingerprinting before employment and every five years thereafter. The incumbent must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications and certification in the use of .2% Oleoresin Capsicum (O.C.) and specified unarmed physical restraint techniques. The role is safety-sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing in specified circumstances. Employees work in person, with rotating shifts and schedules, and may be required to work overtime, weekends, holidays, irregular hours, or extended shifts. The position is considered essential during inclement weather when directed by the Department Head. Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, employees must complete the required defensive driving and/or emergency vehicle operations course. The starting salary is $53,897.00. Two vacancies are posted.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field and a valid driver's license; or an associate’s degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field and a valid driver's license; or a high school diploma and at least one year of direct work experience in security, law enforcement, social services, group homes, or closely related work involving exposure to or work with at-risk children or juveniles, plus a valid driver's license.
Federal NCIC background check and fingerprinting before accepting the position and every five years thereafter.
Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Obtain certification in the use of .2% Oleoresin Capsicum (O.C.) and specified unarmed physical restraint techniques.
Complete the County defensive driving course and/or a department-level Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) before operating a County-owned vehicle.
Meet safety-sensitive drug and alcohol screening requirements.
Ability to work overtime when deemed necessary to maintain safe staffing levels.
Ability to report to or remain at work during inclement weather administrative closings when directed.

Responsibilities

Oversee the safety and well-being of people committed to the Juvenile Detention Center.
Handle booking and release responsibilities and compile, review, and maintain related records and reports.
Conduct regular and periodic inspections, supervise the facility or assigned areas, maintain order, and search individuals and facility areas.
Identify and report detainee behavior, activities, and interactions.
Transport and escort detainees to court, school, medical appointments or services, and other destinations.
Provide detainees with food, water, and medical attention, and dispense medically approved medications.
Investigate incidents and prepare written reports.
Identify and recommend changes to policies or procedures.
Work rotating shifts and schedules.
Perform other related duties as assigned.