Under general supervision, processes the admission and release of persons in custody including preparing booking reports and release forms, fingerprinting, photographing, searching and safeguarding property entrusted to their care. Supervises and cares for persons in custody including regular inspections to identify and control problems, quell disturbances, render first aid, and protect the safety and rights of inmates. Ensures inmate and jail facility hygiene is maintained. Controls visits and contact with inmates. Transports and escorts persons in custody to and from other locations such as courts and other incarceration facilities in a safe and secure manner. Supervises the serving of food to inmates. Supervises trustees assigned to custodial maintenance of the jail and other related work activities. Checks all deliveries made to the jail to ensure contraband is not contained in any packages and ensures that the delivery of the package has been properly approved by his/her superiors. Prepares accurate and concise reports on problems with inmates, crimes that occur in the jail, and follows up on these reports. Prepares a daily log. May be required to carry City authorized non-lethal weapons. Performs other related duties.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED