Detention Support Specialist - YCSO (Countywide)

Yavapai County Government • Countywide, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative and security functions in a detention environment. This role involves monitoring safety and security through various systems, communicating with detention officers, updating logs and records, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of six (6) months of relevant experience.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
• Knowledge of clerical office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of research techniques and report writing.
• Knowledge of current Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of filing and recordkeeping.
• Skill in exercising good judgment, applying logical thinking, and making sound decisions to accomplish tasks.
• Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Skill in organization and adherence to detail.
• Ability to respond to emergencies or stressful situations calmly, quickly, and decisively.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to analyze situations, detect problems and facts.
• Ability to observe or monitor objects, data, and/or behavior to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
• Ability to keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
• Ability to remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Ability to handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
• Ability to act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties in the coordination and movement of the staff and inmate population through the monitoring of audio and video security systems, to include the electronic door controls.
• Monitors safety and security of the staff, inmates, and visitors by assessing the behavior of inmates while utilizing all the security systems provided.
• Communicates effectively with Detention Officers by effectively processing inquiries by staff on inmate activities and movements, as well as scheduled inmate activities.
• Updates all appropriate logs dealing with housing and inmate activity.
• Updates appropriate records management systems and completes necessary reports.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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