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Monroe County Sheriff's Office
Civilian Jail Officer
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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$52,606 / year median in Georgia
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Duties:
- Maintain security and control within the correctional facility
- Monitor inmate activities and behavior
- Conduct searches for contraband items
- Enforce rules and regulations of the facility
- Respond to emergencies and disturbances
- Conduct inmate counts and inspections
- Escort inmates to various locations within the facility
- Assist with inmate transportation
Skills:
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations
- Excellent observation and attention to detail
- Physical fitness and stamina for standing, walking, and running for extended periods of time
- Ability to handle potentially dangerous situations with tact and professionalism
- Basic computer skills for report writing Please note that this job description does not encompass all duties and responsibilities of a Correctional Officer.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.22- $22.
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance