Jail Officer - Temporary/On-Call

Sitka, City and Borough of•Sitka, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a temporary/on-call role to manage the safety and security of inmates at the CBS Community Jail (“Jail”) consistent with the State of Alaska Standards for Jail Operation. Under the daily direction of the Jail Officer II and the direct supervision of the assigned Lieutenant, the employee works independently on assigned duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

Knowledge of Jail policies and procedures
Knowledge of current practices and procedures for operating a Jail safely
Knowledge of guidelines for inmate and facility security
Skills in operating a personal computer and Microsoft software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook and any specialized software for public safety operation
Skills in performing computer entry duties with speed, efficiency, and accuracy
Skills in reading, writing, and mathematics, such as would have been obtained at a high school level
Skills in multi-tasking efficiently and effectively
Skills in organizing, prioritizing, and evaluating the work of others
Ability to recognize and maintain confidential information
Ability to physically restrain inmates when necessary
Ability to work under extremely stressful situations which result from responding to emergency situations, including the responsibility for remaining calm and carrying out all duties with the recognition of the threat to life and property
Ability to work within a command structure requiring strict adherence to the following of orders
Ability to deal with a variety of people calmly and professionally, including times when the situation may be physical or stressful
Ability to make decisions, sometimes quickly, as to the best course of action for responding to emergency situations
Ability to communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language
Ability to understand and follow oral and written policies, procedures and instructions
Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and oral instructions
Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines
Ability to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge
HS Diploma or GED
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 90 days of initial hire, First Aid and CPR certification
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 12 months of initial hire, Alaska Department of Corrections Municipal Correctional Officer Academy certification
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire, a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Alaska
Must wear uniform within specified standards
Will be required to pass background check and drug screen

Nice To Haves

Some work experience dealing with people in a customer service, with counseling groups, or related area, preferred
Experience in general security or law enforcement, preferred
Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work

Responsibilities

Supervises inmates in the Jail and ensures facility security within the Police Station
Completes booking and release procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and documentation consistent with Alaska Correction Offender Management System (“ACOMS”)
Conducts hourly checks by inspecting cells
Documents inmate activities
Provides meals, arranges medical care, and transports inmates to court or hospital
Promotes inmate safety and security and identify and manage inmate behavior and health issues
Supervise activities of visitors, maintenance personnel, and contractors who come to the jail
Performs limited dispatch and police duties (traffic control) as needed
Coordinates with other agencies, such as Department of Public Safety, AST Judicial Services, and Department of Corrections for remand and release of inmates
Cleans the Jail, handles laundry, both facility and inmate, ensures sanitary conditions daily or as needed
Performs other duties as assigned