Detention Officer (Part-time)
About The Position
Person County Government is seeking qualified and motivated part-time Detention Officers to join the Person County Sheriff’s Department at the Detention Center. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the safety, security, and orderly operation of the county jail while ensuring the humane care and custody of inmates in accordance with established policies, procedures, and legal standards. Detention Officers are responsible for supervising inmates within the facility, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations, and maintaining a safe environment for inmates, staff, and visitors.
Requirements
- High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
- Detention Officer Certification Training.
- Compliance with minimum standards for training and certification as set by the state of North Carolina for detention center personnel.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.
- Within 3 days of the start of your employment with the County, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the US.
Responsibilities
- Processes incoming inmates, completes necessary intake paperwork, searches prisoners, obtains and secures inmate’s personal property, assigns and escorts inmates to proper holding facilities, advises inmates of detention center rules and regulations.
- Arranges contacts by visits or telephone calls between inmates and relatives, court officials, attorneys; escorts inmates to visiting rooms.
- Answers telephone and radio, inspects incoming and outgoing mail.
- Distributes medication, personal hygiene items, meals, linens, clothing, mail, and other items to inmates, checks on intoxicated and other inmates in special medical or mental conditions.
- Prepares inmates for court.
- Supervises inmates in the cleaning of cells, service of food, cleaning of kitchens, office areas, clothes, and linens.
- Maintains accurate and detailed records on work and inmate activities.
- Transports inmates to court, other detention facilities, medical and mental health treatment, and other necessary trips.
- Provides canteen and meets other needs.
- Performs related work as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
