Jailer (Full-Time)

Bayfield CountyWashburn, WI
Onsite

About The Position

To provide such duties that are required in the operation of a County jail detention facility. The jailer is required to perform his/her duties in such a manner as to insure that secure, safe and sanitary conditions exist at all times.

Requirements

  • No felony criminal convictions.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

  • Working knowledge of computers and software programs.
  • Good organizational and communications skills.
  • Ability to develop a wide range of knowledge of departmental procedures and techniques.
  • Knowledge of techniques and inmate control and precautionary measure used in escorting and supervising inmate work details.
  • Knowledge of defensive tactics.
  • Knowledge of first aid and CPR.
  • Ability to supervise the activities of inmates and deal with situations requiring tact, fairness, firmness and good judgment.
  • Ability to remain alert at all times and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
  • Ability to work with diverse cultural groups and individuals.
  • Ability to work under stressful situations.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with inmates, the public and fellow employees.
  • Ability to take direction.
  • Ability to work varying shifts.
  • Ability to understand and work with Federal, State, County, and Local laws and ordinances.
  • Ability to accurately interpret individuals mental and physical conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Booking and discharging of inmates and the proper recording of all appropriate inmate demographic information.
  • Control all access to jail.
  • Photograph and fingerprint all new admissions.
  • Interpret and comply with all bond conditions and commitment orders.
  • Allow and supervise prisoner access to educational, recreational, religious and library services.
  • Allow attorneys, probation agents, clergymen, and other authorized individuals access to inmate clients, document all appropriate inmate incidents and activities, including correspondence, visitation, medication, recreation and disciplinary problems.
  • Control and deliver all prescriptions and non-prescription drugs and pharmaceuticals.
  • Receive bail bond monies and fine payments.
  • Comply with all procedures and schedules for meals, laundry, cleaning, maintenance, inspection, and inmate activities.
  • Identify and take appropriate action with all special inmates such as juveniles, females, mentally disturbed and physically ill inmates.
  • Facilitate and document all huber and work release inmate departures and arrivals.
  • Prevent and report all damage to jai property and jail matters.
  • Maintain constant 24-hour supervision of all inmates and jail facilities.
  • Run intoximeter on OWI arrests.
  • Control inmates from jailer station and/or by patrolling corridors, dorms, cell blocks and work areas.
  • Escort inmates (individually or in groups) to work assignments or other activities.
  • Supervise inmates on work assignments.
  • Inspect cells, dorms, hallways, and visitation area for contraband.
  • Enforce rules of conduct by making both verbal and written reports to superiors.
  • Check on sanitary conditions, fire and safety hazards.
  • Assists in averting fights, riots, and escapes undertaken by inmates.
  • Transfer to court, doctor, and other treatment clinics.
  • Distributes cleaning and sanitation supplies; deliver commissary orders, medications and mail; picks up and delivers personal laundry and bedding for inmates.
  • Operates all locking devices (manual or electronic).
  • Advise public on visiting hours and supervises visiting.
  • Other duties as directed by the Sheriff or designee for the efficient operation of the jail.
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