Detention Officer
About The Position
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Department: Corrections Grade: 130 Salary: $20.00/hour Job Duties Responsible for providing security for inmates housed at the Jackson County Detention Center and following written procedures and guidelines in the department's policy and procedure manual. Associate may be assigned to different posts, areas and shifts depending upon the needs of the operation If overtime is required, the associate is subject to being held over/drafted and/or called in to report for work when staffing shortages, department emergencies arise. Receives and processes new inmates; checks for proper commitment papers, conducts searches for contraband, physically assesses inmate for injuries or other health concerns, inventories personal property, escorts inmate through all intake functions and areas. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must complete and pass Jail Academy Exam.
- Must possess/maintain an active telephone.
- Must be able to regularly and reliably report to work on time for scheduled shift.
- Must submit to and pass a police background check, drug screen, motor vehicle record check and physical examination.
Responsibilities
- Providing security for inmates
- Following written procedures and guidelines
- Assigned to different posts, areas, and shifts depending upon the needs of the operation
- Receiving and processing new inmates
- Checking for proper commitment papers
- Conducting searches for contraband
- Physically assessing inmate for injuries or other health concerns
- Inventorying personal property
- Escorting inmate through all intake functions and areas
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
