Corrections Officer — Newton County Jail Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available The Newton County Jail is seeking dependable and professional Corrections Officers to maintain safety, security, and order within the facility. Responsibilities include supervising and monitoring inmates, conducting security checks, enforcing facility rules and procedures, documenting incidents, and responding appropriately to emergencies.

Pay & Schedule Full-Time:

$22.59 per hour

Part-Time:

$20.55 per hour

Full-Time Schedule:

Set 12-hour shifts, either 6:00 AM-6:00 PM or 6:00 PM-6:00 AM . Full-time employees work a rotating schedule. One week may include Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, followed by a week working only Wednesday and Thursday. The rotation then alternates. Employees work one month on day shift , followed by one month on night shift , continuing on this rotating schedule.

Part-Time Schedule:

Hours are available on an as-needed basis and may vary depending on facility needs.

APPLICANTS REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age when appointed as a corrections officer. Must be a United States citizen. Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Must be able to successfully complete the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy for Correction Officers and be able to obtain required certifications. Must meet all Department hiring and retention requirements, including not posing a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the work place including detainees. Must have working knowledge of and ability to follow and make practical application of customary practices , procedures, rules, regulations and personnel policies of the Sheriff's Office. Ability to obey all written and oral orders/directives from Superior Officers. Must be able to appropriately receive, secure and account for articles received in evidence, personal belongings of detainees and monies. Must acquire the working knowledge of and ability to properly use all assigned Department issued uniforms and/or equipment including computer, printer, calculator, camera, fingerprinting equipment, intercom system, radio, telephone, surveillance/monitoring and video cameras, handcuffs, shackles, pepper spray deployment, taser device and other restraints. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, including, but not limited to, sitting and walking at will, walking/standing and or sitting for long periods of time, lifting objects weighing more than fifty (50) pounds, crouching/kneeling, bending at the waist, close and far vision, reaching, handling/grasping objects, hearing sounds/communication, and physically restraining detainees during emergency situations. Must have the ability to deal swiftly, rationally and decisively with potentially violent individuals in precarious situations and perform duties despite the stress of potential injuries and/or loss of life to self and/or others. Ability to de-escalate volatile situations by means of effective conversation/negotiation. Must have working knowledge of Standard English grammar, spelling and punctuation, and ability to prepare required forms and reports within Departmental deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality of Departmental information and reports as required. Must have the ability to effectively listen, comprehend and communicate with co-workers, detainees and their family members, other law enforcement agencies, Department of Corrections, and the public by intercom, radio, telephone or in person, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities. Must have the ability to work alone or with others in a team environment with minimum supervision. Must have the ability to work evenings/nights, weekends, irregular and/or extended hours and occasionally travel out of town to transport detainees, or attend training. Must possess a valid Driver's License and demonstrate a safe driving record. .

JOB DESCRIPTION

Maintains interior and exterior security of the Jail facility, including monitoring surveillance cameras, door controls, meals and visitors and conducting interior and exterior patrols of the facility. Maintains accurate accounting of all detainees. Performs booking procedures of individual being detained, including photographing/videotaping, fingerprinting, entering required information into the Jail Records Management System, receiving and receipting money and personal property, and assuring detainees are properly showered, changed into jail clothing and searched for weapons and other contraband. Starts the initial Inmate Classification Process and initial Medical Screening Process. Performs bonding procedures, including completing required forms, receiving and receipting bond money, returning personal belongings, having wanted warrant checks performed and releasing detainees. Escorts detainees to/from the different areas of the jail facility such as visitation, recreation, class and meeting areas. Periodically assists with transport details. Issues/monitors prescribed medications according to the orders of the Jail Medical Staff and administer Random Drug Screens as required. Receives/distributes, examines and logs incoming/outgoing mail and personal items for detainees. Conducts routine inspections and searches of all cells and dormitories for contraband, and prepares written reports of the findings. Ensures compliance with facility rules and regulations, and records and reports inappropriate behavior to appropriate Department personnel. Properly secures and/or physically restrains violent and uncontrollable detainees as situations demand. Supervises and directs activities of Inmate Trustee Workers, such as serving meals and doing laundry, including making work assignments and assuring proper accomplishments of duties. Maintains various records in Log Books and/or computer, such as medications, visits, religious and rehabilitative programs, work release, court appearances, laundry and cell checks. Prepares and submits required written reports according to Sheriff's Office Policy. Answers telephone and greets visitors, providing information and assistance, giving educational tours, taking messages or directing to appropriate individual or department. Responds to inquiries, such as visitation, Jail education and rehabilitation programs, Warrant confirmation and status of individual detainees. Periodically responds to and channels detainee's grievances following established Chain of Command Procedures. Attends meetings and training sessions as required. Performs related duties as assigned by Superior Officers. .

FULL TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INCLUDE

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance State Pension PERF Paid Holidays Paid Personal Leave Overtime Longevity Pay Paid vacation Uniform Issuance https://www.newtoncounty.in.gov/egov/documents/1416262013_03426.pdf

Pay:

From $20.55 per hour

Work Location:

In person