Correctional Officer

• A Cherokee County Sheriff's Department Application is Required
• Position Summary Assists commanding officers. Supervises daily inmate activities. Provides safety and security for inmates and employees. Essential Functions of the Job
• Books inmates in and out
• Passes out commissary to inmates
• Performs walk through inspections of pipe chase
• Resolves inmate disputes
• Files internal and external documentation
• Observes inmates
• Operates control board
• Indigent appointments
• Takes inmates to dental, medical and Emergency Room
• Performs hourly checks and head counts
• Passes out medication and take blood pressure, blood sugar and check temperatures
• Monitors church, visitation, and library privileges
• Ensures the care and custody of inmates is maintained
• Answers phones
• Researches inmate inquires
• Feeds and picks up meal trays and cups
• Passes out mail and operate book cart
• Searches incoming inmates
• Supervises inmate recreation
• Perform cell searches
• Monitors cameras
• Provides hygiene materials
• Security of inmate property
• Supervision of inmate visitation Additional duties and responsibilities
• Additional duties as directed by commanding officers
• Cover other shifts as needed
• Removes inmates from cells for haircuts
• Takes photos (mug shots) and fingerprints
• Takes care of and log grievances
• Perform 15 minute checks on sick and suicidal inmates
• Operates copy machine
• Transports inmates
• Reclassifies inmates
• Deposits money for inmates
• Maintain cleanliness of corrections facility
• Performs computer maintenance
• Researches criminal histories
• Assist with dispatch when needed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required to Perform the Essential Functions
• Knowledge of booking procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of filing system
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of control board system
• Excellent intervention skills and ability to resolve disputes
• Knowledge of state laws
• Excellent computer skills
• Ability to deal with intoxicated, sick or suicidal inmates
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment
• Ability to be alert and aware of surroundings
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and complete assignments
• Ability to interact with people
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to remain professional when dealing with confrontational inmates
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information Work Environment
• Exposure to dangerous and unpredictable people
• Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases Physical Requirements
• Ability to remain upright and move for extended periods of time
• Ability to run short and long distances
• Ability to jump, climb, bend, squat and run
• Ability to kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above shoulders, grasp, pull, bend, shove, climb stairs, steps
• Ability to perform defensive tactics and restrain inmates
• Ability to move 50 lbs
• Exposure and/or subject to situation causing high levels of stress Recommended Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• National Crime InformationCenter (NCIC)/Texas Crime Information Center(TCIC) Certification
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Jailer Certification
• Training or experience in bookkeeping

Pay:

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

457(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person