Full-Time Jailer

Washburn, County of•Shell Lake - Sheriffs Department / Jail, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs a wide variety of responsible duties connected with the operation of the jail. The employee in this class serves as a Jailer responsible for processing inmates, maintaining jail order, taking disciplinary actions, conducting cell inspections, escorting inmates throughout the facility, monitoring for drugs and contraband. As a Jailer, the employee performs a variety of duties involving the operation of the jail and the safety and security of inmates. The work is performed within the established guidelines and under the general supervision of the Jail Administrator and Sheriff. An employee in this class is not assigned to perform active law enforcement duties and is not classified as a protective occupation participant under the Wisconsin Retirement System.

Requirements

Good knowledge of public safety functions and procedures.
Institutional management practices and the care and custody of inmates.
Observational skills needed to assess situations and inmate moment to moment to be able to prevent incidents from occurring.
Jailers should be strong communicators to be able to command the respect of inmates to maintain order during chaotic moments.
Be able to work as a team to communicate, collaborate and coordinate skills to prevent mistakes and ensure officer safety.
Ability to quickly learn assigned duties.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with inmates, fellow employees and the public.
Ability to keep accurate records and complete written reports.
Ability to type accurately at a reasonable rate of speed.
Ability to speak clearly and distinctly.
Ability to remain alert at all times, and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Must be dependable, show courtesy, tact and good judgment.
Have and maintain physical condition necessary to perform duties.
Knowledge of operating a wide variety of computer hardware and software systems.
Enter and maintain all information (some being confidential) received, as required and directed.
Some clerical experience, preferably including work as a guard and completion of a standard high school course; and preferably supplemented by a related law enforcement, criminology or corrections training; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Must possess a valid State of Wisconsin driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

related law enforcement, criminology or corrections training

Responsibilities

Maintains the jail, making security checks as necessary.
Intake and release of inmates.
Serves meals and retrieves meal trays after meals.
Cares for prisoners' personal property and attends to their personal needs.
Completes written documentation regarding activities taking place within the jail.
Testifies as witness in court proceedings.
Answers telephone and personal requests for information.
Types and files records and related forms.
Collects bond and bail money.
Performs data entry tasks in the computer system.
Demonstrates professional, courteous customer service to clients and other staff, consistent with County Core Values.
Performs other duties as assigned.