Jailer

City of La Porte, Texas • La Porte, TX

6d • $22 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

To complete paperwork associated with detainees and lock up activity; complete logs on the computer; maintains order and safety in the facility. The Public Safety Attendant will work primarily in the Lock-up Facility but will be available to take walk-in reports (minor in nature, insurance only, etc.), and during extreme busy times will assist in Dispatch.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge of standard broadcasting procedures and rules and standard radio or telephone communications receiving and transmitting equipment.
• Become familiar with geographic features and streets of the City.
• Knowledge of Department procedures and policies, and those of the other user agencies.
• Knowledge of public safety classifications codes and computer commands.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to use computers, cameras and other electronic devices in accordance with their duties.
• Ability to operate all communication equipment and office equipment quickly and accurately.
• Ability to instruct new employees.

Responsibilities

• Maintain log on the computer; maintains order and discipline in the facility; makes reports of incidents; reviews legal documents pertaining to detainees and takes necessary actions, preparing for transfers to another facility; fingerprints and photographs all detainees.
• In processes/ out processes detainees; obtains signature from detainees on required documents; checks in detainees’ personal belongings and safe guards that property. Cares for detainees; feeds and checks on each detainee's welfare at regular intervals.
• Cleans the facility and insures the equipment is well maintained and in working order; maintains the supplies associated with the facility.
• Answers general inquiries from the public in person or by phone.
• Takes reports and information regarding criminal offenses and generated reports in police computer system.
• Provides general dispatch support including answering phones, taking messages sending/receiving faxes and entering calls into the CAD system.
• Adheres to City attendance and punctuality policies demonstrating dependability.
• Adheres to all City safety policies (protective equipment, pre-duty precautions checklist, etc.) to prevent unnecessary or unreasonable risk of injury to self, others, or property.
• Adheres to department dress code policies to present a professional appearance. Should exhibit appropriate grooming and attire for the position and responsibility.

What This Job Offers

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