Special Deputy - Transport Agent/Court Security (LTE)

The Sheriff delegates the duty to provide the transportation of inmates/prisoners to Special Deputy-Transport Agents (the "Agents"), which are deputized to go armed and to use force, but not to make arrests. Under the general supervision of the Support Services Captain and the Transport Agent Supervisor, the Agents will attend on the Circuit Courts of Brown County by conveying inmates/prisoners to appropriate facilities/locations while providing for their care, conduct, control and safety during their time in the Agents' custody. The Agents will also be required to complete other inmate/prisoner transportation related duties as assigned. The Agents may also be responsible for greeting and screening all persons coming through the single point public entrance of the courthouse. It is the Agents' daily responsibility to inspect and operate all screening equipment. Screening equipment includes and may not be limited to an x-ray device, a metal-detecting walk-through doorway and a hand-held wand. the screening officer may be required to deny entrance to the courthouse in the event that a person does not cooperate with the security screening procedures. •Flexible scheduling available, along with flexibility on number of hours worked. •Retired security or police personnel encouraged to apply. This is an LTE position which means there are no benefits given with the role. The following job duties listed are examples of those required by the Agents, but are not considered to be a complete list of duties to be performed: Transport inmates/prisoners in a safe/secure/professional manner according to policy and procedure Inspect and maintain transport vehicles to ensure mechanical safety Conduct searches of transport vehicles and all areas that will be occupied the persons/prisoners prior to and after all transports Conduct searches of all persons/prisoners prior to them entering the transport vehicle Properly restrain persons/prisoners with the correct restraint system for that individual's needs Be familiar with and able to operate all types of restraint systems used Prepare/complete all necessary paperwork related to the transport Ensure correct paperwork is present for each inmate/prisoner on the transport Be able to plan for the timing and routing of each transport, to include any special security precautions that would warrant emergency escape procedures Be able to identify and react to emerging dangerous conditions including security threats and weather conditions Communicate with other facilities in reference to arrivals and departures or inmates/prisoners Conduct themselves in a professional manner when communicating in person and on the phone with other agencies/jurisdictions Successfully complete all required training as required by law, and as may be required by the Sheriff

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Computer entry and retrieval Education and Experience Bachelor or Associate Degree from an accredited university or college in a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Licenses and Certifications Valid Wisconsin Driver's License Ability to obtain CPR Certification Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely Ability to train on security functions and use of force options Ability to effectively operate screening/scanning equipment Ability to effectively communicate with court staff, sworn deputies and the general public Ability to prepare clear, accurate written reports Ability to follow written and oral instructions Ability to establish and maintain relationships with the public and other governmental agency personnel Ability to complete required training Ability to use a computer, software and related hardware Ability to work the required hours of the position Ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record Ability to react in an emergency and make sound, rational decisions demonstrating good judgement Ability to travel out of state Knowledge of department policies and procedures Knowledge and ability to perform first aid Knowledge, skill and ability to safely handle department firearms