Corrections Officer

Corrections Officer Lakewood, OH Job Details Full-time $28.06 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Medication dispensing Serving Record keeping CPR Certification Rescue operations Sanitation Data reporting CPR Mid-level High school diploma or GED Meal preparation Updating inventory records Data entry Cleaning Materials management in food and beverage Food ordering Full Job Description

JOB POSTING

Corrections Officer Lakewood Police Department Full-time Union Position The City of Lakewood is currently accepting applications for the position of Corrections Officer. This position is primarily responsible for the supervision and control of male and female prisoners housed in the Lakewood City Jail Facility. Starting hourly rate is $28.06. Qualified applicants will possess the knowledge, experience and ability to perform the following essential job functions: Completes all departmental forms. Complete mittimus from court, and enters all information in computerized booking system. Photographs all prisoners in accordance with departmental policy. Prepares and serves all meals to prisoners. Maintain accurate inventory of prisoner belongings. Assures medical attention is received by prisoners who are in need and any medication is dispensed as ordered. Responsible for maintaining and monitoring daily hygiene routine for all prisoners. Orders Jail food as necessary. Prepares monthly and yearly reports of jail activities, supplies, costs, etc. Responsible for the day to day operations and upkeep of the Lakewood Jail. Ensures that all jail functions are performed in accordance with departmental policy and state law. Maintains security of cell block and control over prisoner's activities at all times, checking all prisoners every ten to thirty minutes. Receives and books incoming prisoners. Ensures that cell can cell block is clean and sanitary. Provides court testimony as necessary regarding incidents which occur in the Lakewood Jail Facility. Maintains complete records on each individual detained as a prisoner. Supervises all visitors. Maintains inventory of all jail food, blankets, mattresses and other items required for operation of the jail. Responsible for assisting in the rescue and evacuation of prisoners in the event of an emergency.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY

Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain Certificate from the State of Ohio to work in a 12-day Facility Must obtain training and Certification as an 'Intoxilyzer Operator' Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain

LEADS/NCIC

Certification within 2 weeks of hire; Must possess computer data entry skills; Must be a High School Graduate or possess a GED; Must possess a current or be able to obtain and maintain CPR certificate; Must be able to maintain composure under extremely stressful circumstances

GENERAL INFORMATION

The schedule will be a set-schedule, 12-hours shifts. The hiring process includes a polygraph exam, a background check with fingerprinting, drug screening and/or a physical agility exam. Applications accepted until filled. The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer