Non-Certified Corrections Technician (Correctional Officer Career Path)

Okaloosa County•Okaloosa County Department of Corrections - Crestview, FL

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical, administrative, and clerical support to Okaloosa County Jail. The selected candidates will have the opportunity to attend the Correctional Officer Academy to become a Certified Correctional Officer. The cost of school is covered and you will be paid while attending The Academy.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED supplemented by a minimum of six (6) months’ work experience; preferably in data processing and administrative support functions, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a citizen of the United States.
Must be able to pass a background investigation and fingerprinting, which includes no felony convictions, no misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or received dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces.
Requires a valid driver license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Jail Management Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides information by phone or in person to the public regarding a variety of issues, which may include: charges, court dates, visiting hours, and/or other related items.
Controls access into and out of designated areas; observes surveillance monitors and notifies appropriate individuals of suspicious activities and facility rule violations.
Checks identification of persons entering/exiting controlled areas; monitors safety of staff, visitors, and inmates; generates work orders for inoperable equipment.
Electronically logs pertinent information into the Jail Management Suite, video visitation software, and completes detailed incident reports.
Assists other departmental employees by relaying instructions and requesting information.
Performs Commissary duties which include; conducting inventory, preparing and processing of financial information, reviewing and finalizing bank transactions and reconciling discrepancies, as required.
Recognizes and responds to emergencies by using the radio and/or telephone to summon assistance and managing access to the area of the emergency.
Performs other duties as assigned.