Sergeant

LaSalle Corrections

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves supervising, protecting, instructing, training, counseling, and evaluating employees. The Sergeant is responsible for the care, custody, and adherence to rules and regulations of inmates/detainees/USMS. Key duties include supervising and directing searches for contraband, providing security, observing inmates/detainees/USMS during activities and work duty, and reviewing inmate/detainee/USMS records for health, safety, and security. The Sergeant also supervises the preparation and maintenance of records, forms, and reports, and promotes the development of positive social skills by modeling appropriate behaviors and providing feedback to staff. Maintaining accountability of staff, inmates/detainees/USMS, and property, while adhering to safety practices, is crucial. Additional duties may be assigned by the Warden within the employee's capabilities.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, protect, instruct, train, counsel and evaluate employees.
• Responsible for the care, custody and adherence to the rules and regulations of inmates/detainees/USMS assigned to specific housing and working areas.
• Supervise and direct searches for contraband and provide security.
• Supervise and provide custody and security of inmates/detainees/USMS including observation during activities and assigned work duty.
• Read, review and properly add information found in inmate/detainees/USMS records which is related to the inmates’/detainees/USMS 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.
• 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/detainees/USMS and property; adhere to safety practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by the Warden.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees