Sergeant

MTC•Quincy, FL

40d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

Reports to the designated lieutenant. Directly supervises assigned correctional officers. Responsible for the custody and discipline of inmates in the facility in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC), Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) and Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) directives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years’ experience in an adult correctional environment or related field required.
A valid driver's license in the state of Florida with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise, protect, instruct, train, counsel and evaluate assigned employees.
Provide for the care, custody, and adherence to rules and regulations of inmates assigned to specific work area.
Supervise and provide custody and security of inmates including observation of inmates and inmates assigned to work duty which includes climbing stairs, long periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
Supervise and direct searches for contraband including ‘pat’ and ‘strip’ searches, by squatting and bending to perform such functions.
Transfer and transport inmates by walking or riding in vehicles. Restrain and secure assaultive inmates as needed.
Read, review and properly apply information found in inmate records which is related to the inmates' health and safety and to the security of the facility. Provide appropriate information to other personnel.
Supervise the preparation and maintenance of records, forms and reports.
Perform specific duties if assigned to the following areas: housing unit, education, intake and segregation or other areas as assigned.
Respond to emergencies to search for inmates, hearing calls and calling for help, administer first aid at the emergency site, carry an injured or unconscious inmate, and use force, including the use of chemical agents and firearms in accordance with company policies and agency regulations.
Comply with policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
It is expected that the incumbent work overtime, when directed to do so.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed. Provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
Establish and maintain effective measures to ensure control and accountability for all tools, instruments of a culinary or medical nature, and other hazardous devices that are stored or used within the facility.
Develop and review tracking logs and reports to ensure keys issued or returned into inventory at the warden or deputy wardens request are accounted for at all times.
Maintain records, review logs, and conduct audits to ensure accountability for all weapons and ammunition assigned to facility.
Maintain weapons in good condition and submit requests for repairs or replacements of any weapons, chemical agents, or other armory assigned equipment.
Conduct inspections regularly of all armory equipment and maintain appropriate records.
It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.