Detention Officer

Qualifications/Knowledge:

Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia Knowledge of jail administration principles Knowledge of inmate security principles Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures and relevant federal and state laws Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs Skill in prioritizing and organizing work Skill in report writing and in time management Skill in handling high pressure situations Skill in ensuring the safety and security of inmates in the county jail Skill in oral and written communication

Duties:

Processes and books inmates in the county jail along with processing inmate releases Searches inmates and cells, and conducts security rounds and performs inspections Enforces facility rules and regulations; documents infractions and enforces disciplinary measures Collects and distributes inmate mail, and coordinates scheduled visits with inmates Distributes meals and medication to inmates; provides assistance to inmates as needed Transports inmates to and from the jail as appropriate Prepares incident and accident reports Performs the duties of a Medical Officer as assigned; provides care to inmates; distributes medication; assesses inmate medical conditions and contacts medical providers as needed Assists in the maintenance of jail facilities as assigned, including the maintenance and repair of locks and doors Performs GCIC Terminal duties as assigned; enters and retrieves information from the GCIC database a Supervises Visitor Center operations as assigned; coordinates and supervises inmate visitors; assists inmates with telephone account issues; operates the visitation video surveillance system a Supervises inmate work details as assigned; directs inmates in the maintenance of jail facilities and grounds

Pay:

$19.23 - $21.61 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Credit union membership Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person