Detention Officer

City of Lee’s Summit • Orange Beach, AL

12d • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lee's Summit Police Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Detention Officer. The Lee’s Summit Police Department Detention Facility is a temporary holding facility for subjects who have committed a variety of crimes from misdemeanors to felonies. The facility is capable of housing up to 30 subjects; however, outside agencies are utilized for extended sentencing stays over 2 days and the Detention Officer is responsible for coordinating transportation to these outside agencies with the Patrol Division. The job of a Detention Officer is an excellent starting point for future opportunities as a Police Officer. There are daily interactions with Police Officers and Police Supervision.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old at time of employment.
• Must be a United States citizen or authorized alien worker.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid state Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and acceptable driving record.
• No felony convictions or commission of or participation in any felony crime, whether detected or not.
• No on-going or repetitious history of committing or participating in Misdemeanor crimes, whether detected or not.
• CPR and First Aid Certification within first six (6) months of hire.
• If applicable, testing as required.
• Passing a background investigation and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for booking in, searching, fingerprinting and releasing detainees in conformance with Federal, State and City laws and ordinances.
• Supervises detainees, conducting safety and security inspections, providing access to health care facilities, conducting housing, feeding, bedding and well-being activities.
• Maintain accurate intake, care and release records.
• Maintain assigned equipment, supplies and facilities.
• Responsible for completing bond paperwork on defendants. May also have to complete incidents reports and other reports/records related to the Detention process, court actions and proceedings.
• Receive bonds and handles cash during release of detainee; coordinates with Municipal Court on bond balancing.
• Responses to warrants with Dispatch or other inquiring agencies and confirms validate.
• Coordinate transfer of detainees to long-term holding facilities, as well as other local, state or federal law enforcement agencies.
• May drive Detention van for detainee transfers.

What This Job Offers

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