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Detention Sergeant
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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.
$55,176 / year median in New Mexico
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Range Min $21.5673 - Max $32.3505 Job Summary The Sergeant is responsible for supervising all subordinates on his/her shift. The sergeant will guide all officers in a positive direction and become a role model for officers. He or she must show good leadership skills, attend all supervisor meetings, make recommendations for improvement, deal with all officers' issues and counsel and/or reprimand, when necessary, maintain reports and daily documentation, and be responsible for daily inmate movement and activities. Minimum Qualifications • High School Diploma or G.E.D. Some higher education preferred. At least two (2) years of experience in detention and/or the equivalent in education or training. Two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred. Must be able to understand, communicate, read and write in English. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Must be 18 years of age or older. Valid NM Driver's License. Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check. Must be able to pass CPR and First Aid. Must be able to handle stress and respond appropriately to stressful situations. Must be able to write intelligibly, complete reports, deal with situations requiring tact, understanding and good judgment. Remain alert at all times and respond quickly in emergency situations. Establish good working relationship with inmates and other staff members. Ability to perform all essential duties as listed below. Ability to perform the essential duties in the working conditions described below. Ability to work with the equipment, tools and materials listed below. Must comply with safety guidelines and policies of the County.