Detention Officer

City of Aurora•Lancaster, SC

7d•$31 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Detention Officer will perform general jail and detention work and is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of all personnel, detainees, and the jail. This position is responsible for exercising initiative and independent judgment in completing assigned task, while also performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks associated with facility operations and the incarceration of detainees. During the hiring process to become a Detention Officer, new applicants will have to complete a physical agility assessment (PAT). The assessment will measure the physical fitness abilities for the purpose of obtaining employment with the Aurora Detention Center. Participation is required for new hires to further their application process for employment with the City of Aurora. The physical agility assessment will consist of exercises/drills that are comparable to duties a Detention Officer may encounter during employment and during the training academy. The assessment will be graded on a pass/fail basis. Due to the limited number of open Detention Officer positions, candidates will be ranked based on their interview performance and experience shown on their application. Following a successful background investigation, open positions will be offered in accordance with this ranking. OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT Under general supervision, the Detention Officer will perform general jail and detention work and is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of all personnel, detainees, and jail. This position is responsible for exercising initiative and independent judgement in completing assigned tasks, while also performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks associated with facility operations and the incarceration of detainees.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED. Must be at least 21 years of age.
Knowledge: Knowledge of the methods and procedures of processing detainees; and detention facility operating requirements.
Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens
Maintain a high degree of personal and professional honesty and integrity
Handle sensitive or difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Write clearly and concisely using acceptable grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Operate computers and commonly used computer software programs, as well as other standard office equipment
Be mindful to the feelings of others and resolve problems in ways that do not arouse antagonism
Physically subdue violent detainees
Perform difficult or unpleasant housekeeping tasks
Skills: Skill in the operation of a personal computer and related software; keyboarding skills.
Licenses, Certificates and/or Equipment Required: CPR and First Aid Certifications required
NCIC/CCIC Certification required; or the ability to obtain within department guidelines
Driver's License with a good driving record
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

Responsibilities

Observes detainees' behavior and care to maintain detainees’ health and legal rights
Monitors and controls inmate movement within the detention facility’s secured areas
Operates detention center control panels, which open and close doors
Monitors and controls radio traffic within the facility, which includes shutting down non-emergency traffic during a crisis situation
Monitors video equipment of all jail areas
Processes records and legal documents to facilitate information access
Prepares investigative and other reports or documentation as necessary, using appropriate grammar, symbols, and mathematical computations
Processes incoming detainees, including photographing, fingerprinting, inventorying, and storing detainees’ property
Explains detention center procedures to detainees and answers questions concerning the conditions of detention
Performs additional duties as assigned

Benefits

Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Competitive total compensation package
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
Generous paid leave program
100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program
Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available
Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs
Continued education and career advancement opportunities