Corrections Officer (Jail Operations)

JOB Performs a variety of duties for securing and monitoring all incarcerated persons. Accepting applications for both Male and Female officers.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Performs intake of all prisoners/inmates including completion of booking sheet, fingerprinting, prisoner search, and photographic records; Initiates file of new suspects; Stores and secures detainees' personal property; answers phones, provides routine information; Routinely checks and inspects detainees' cells, closely monitors potential suicidal detainees for ongoing protection of welfare and safety; Prepares and maintains logs and records including cell check log, meal count list and head count roster, provides detainees with access to legal assistance and/or council/medical attention, contact Central Dispatch for emergency assistance; Processes court orders for releases/implements/completes all release procedures; Initiates and maintains records of all inmates as well as all other jail related incidents via computer terminal and in written form in accordance to all regulations and standards; Maintains a safe and sanitary environment for detained prisoners; May be required to defend self by physical means as well as drag/lift intoxicated prisoners weighing approximately one to two hundred pounds. Daily disposal of trash, launder blankets and uniforms as well as sanitize the cells. Distributes medications as prescribed; Monitors vital signs and blood glucose levels. Additional duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

High school graduate or high school equivalent; no specific experience required; must acquire TCI certification within one year of employment. The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.