Detention Officer - Sheriff's Office - Page (0726)

Summary

Nature of WorkUnder limited supervision performs security work of routine difficulty in the supervision, care and welfare of inmates detained in the jail facility; performs related work as assigned.This position is located in PageWork HoursThis position requires you to work 12-hour shifts. This position may require on-call duty.ResponsibilitiesMaintain the safety and physical security of the jail facilityRespond to and manage emergency or crisis situations, using communication skills to resolve volatile situationsRespond to and manage life-threatening, potential life-threatening and hazardous situationsManage housing units of up to 144 occupantsControl, supervise and document the movement and activities of inmatesConduct inspections, searches (including pat-downs and strip searches) and security checks of inmate housing areasAdminister first aid including exposure to blood and bio-hazardous materialsMaintain detention recordsPerform routine receptionist and clerical dutiesWork with detention statistics and computer dataSupervise the activities of visitors, support personnel and program volunteersConduct inventories of detention supplies and commoditiesDistribute and collect all incoming and outgoing mailAssist in securing firearms and ammunition in the gun lockerConduct manual and automated criminal history checksExamine and interpret court orders and release documents to determine correct court, housing needs and releasesAppear in court and/or hearings as a witnessAssist with the jail facility's level of cleanliness per standardsMinimum QualificationsMust be a U.S. citizen or resident alien.Must be 18 years of age at the time of appointment to the position.Must reside within Coconino County upon appointment to the position.Must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D.Additional RequirementsMust obtain an Arizona driver's license upon appointment and maintain it throughout employment.Must successfully pass a written examination, interview board and physical agility test.Must successfully complete a background check, polygraph examination, medical examination and drug test prior to employment.Must not have a felony conviction within the last ten years or a dishonorable discharge from the military.Must not have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence within the previous five years.Must not have used marijuana within twelve months of hire or dangerous/narcotic drugs in the past five years for more than experimentation.Must successfully complete a minimum of 240 hours of correctional training within twelve months of employment.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesReporting preparation and record keepingStandard housekeeping practicesUnderstanding of human behavior and various social, economic and cultural backgroundsSearch and restraint proceduresCash handling proceduresSecurity systems and proceduresDetention facility operational policies and proceduresJudicial system knowledgeEscalation and de-escalation of forceAwareness of practices and procedures as applied to a detention facilityBasic bookkeepingMaintaining records and reportsSupervising the activities of othersUse of computers and word processing softwareEnglish grammar, spelling and arithmeticDefensive tactics, self-defenseAnalyze situations, detect problems and factsMaintain the safety and security of assigned housing units and 144 occupantsDeal impartially with individuals of various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgroundsMaintain a neutral attitude toward all inmates regardless of the reason for their detentionRespond to emergencies or stressful situations calmly, quickly and decisivelyWork rotating shiftsWork safely and support the culture of workplace safetyEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the publicFollow written and verbal instructionsCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingEqual Opportunity EmployerCoconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and Other National Service AlumniAmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.BenefitsStarting pay is $24.00 per hourUp to $2,000 signing bonusPromotional opportunity after 6 months of employmentAdditional training opportunitiesTuition reimbursementCorrectional Officer retirement planVacation/Annual LeaveSick Leave10 Holidays Per YearHealth Care InsuranceDental PlanVision PlanGroup Life InsurancePre-Tax Deduction PlanSick Leave Conversion PlanPersonal Day Purchase ProgramVacation Sell Back ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramWellness ProgramLong-Term DisabilityCorrections Officer Retirement SystemEmployee Assistance ProgramOn-going Training OpportunitiesFree bus transportation / EcoPass bus passDependent Medical, Dental, and VisionSupplemental Life (for employees & dependents)Flexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountTax-deferred investment programAccidental and Disability InsuranceShort Term DisabilityOther Employment InformationThis position is non-exempt from overtime. This position is safety-sensitive.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Nature of WorkUnder limited supervision performs security work of routine difficulty in the supervision, care and welfare of inmates detained in the jail facility; performs related work as assigned.This position is located in PageWork HoursThis position requires you to work 12-hour shifts. This position may require on-call duty.ResponsibilitiesMaintain the safety and physical security of the jail facilityRespond to and manage emergency or crisis situations, using communication skills to resolve volatile situationsRespond to and manage life-threatening, potential life-threatening and hazardous situationsManage housing units of up to 144 occupantsControl, supervise and document the movement and activities of inmatesConduct inspections, searches (including pat-downs and strip searches) and security checks of inmate housing areasAdminister first aid including exposure to blood and bio-hazardous materialsMaintain detention recordsPerform routine receptionist and clerical dutiesWork with detention statistics and computer dataSupervise the activities of visitors, support personnel and program volunteersConduct inventories of detention supplies and commoditiesDistribute and collect all incoming and outgoing mailAssist in securing firearms and ammunition in the gun lockerConduct manual and automated criminal history checksExamine and interpret court orders and release documents to determine correct court, housing needs and releasesAppear in court and/or hearings as a witnessAssist with the jail facility's level of cleanliness per standardsMinimum QualificationsMust be a U.S. citizen or resident alien.Must be 18 years of age at the time of appointment to the position.Must reside within Coconino County upon appointment to the position.Must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D.Additional RequirementsMust obtain an Arizona driver's license upon appointment and maintain it throughout employment.Must successfully pass a written examination, interview board and physical agility test.Must successfully complete a background check, polygraph examination, medical examination and drug test prior to employment.Must not have a felony conviction within the last ten years or a dishonorable discharge from the military.Must not have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence within the previous five years.Must not have used marijuana within twelve months of hire or dangerous/narcotic drugs in the past five years for more than experimentation.Must successfully complete a minimum of 240 hours of correctional training within twelve months of employment.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesReporting preparation and record keepingStandard housekeeping practicesUnderstanding of human behavior and various social, economic and cultural backgroundsSearch and restraint proceduresCash handling proceduresSecurity systems and proceduresDetention facility operational policies and proceduresJudicial system knowledgeEscalation and de-escalation of forceAwareness of practices and procedures as applied to a detention facilityBasic bookkeepingMaintaining records and reportsSupervising the activities of othersUse of computers and word processing softwareEnglish grammar, spelling and arithmeticDefensive tactics, self-defenseAnalyze situations, detect problems and factsMaintain the safety and security of assigned housing units and 144 occupantsDeal impartially with individuals of various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgroundsMaintain a neutral attitude toward all inmates regardless of the reason for their detentionRespond to emergencies or stressful situations calmly, quickly and decisivelyWork rotating shiftsWork safely and support the culture of workplace safetyEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the publicFollow written and verbal instructionsCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingEqual Opportunity EmployerCoconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and Other National Service AlumniAmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.BenefitsStarting pay is $24.00 per hourUp to $2,000 signing bonusPromotional opportunity after 6 months of employmentAdditional training opportunitiesTuition reimbursementCorrectional Officer retirement planVacation/Annual LeaveSick Leave10 Holidays Per YearHealth Care InsuranceDental PlanVision PlanGroup Life InsurancePre-Tax Deduction PlanSick Leave Conversion PlanPersonal Day Purchase ProgramVacation Sell Back ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramWellness ProgramLong-Term DisabilityCorrections Officer Retirement SystemEmployee Assistance ProgramOn-going Training OpportunitiesFree bus transportation / EcoPass bus passDependent Medical, Dental, and VisionSupplemental Life (for employees & dependents)Flexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountTax-deferred investment programAccidental and Disability InsuranceShort Term DisabilityOther Employment InformationThis position is non-exempt from overtime. This position is safety-sensitive.#J-18808-Ljbffr