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Hays County, TX lists this Corrections Officer opportunity in san marcos, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Hays County Sheriff's Office Corrections OfficerUnder administrative supervision, the Corrections Officer performs duties to ensure the safety and security of all inmates and staff in the jail facility. This position maintains that level of security while conducting the operations of the jail at the County Sheriff's Office. This position affects the operation of the Sheriff's Office as well as the well-being of inmates, county employees and the public. The work involves addressing a variety of problems and situations. The Corrections officer must have a strong work ethic. The Corrections Officer must follow directions, meet deadlines, have good attendance, be punctual, be reliable, be honest and have integrity, be free from moral turpitude and have a proper attitude.Individual serves at the pleasure of the elected official.ResponsibilitiesAssures the services delivered by the Sheriff's Office meet quality and timeliness standardsMonitors cameras to observe inmate movement and interaction and document any unusual occurrencesControls doors throughout the facility to control access into and out of various parts of the facilityCommunicates with inmates to provide and receive informationMaintains daily activity log for succeeding shiftsTransfers inmates to and from Bonding to other areas within the JailReceives criminal histories of inmatesConducts headcounts of inmates in their daily activities of recreation, work, and other multiple locationsMaintains constant vigilance for unusual or questionable activity by inmatesAssists other officers as neededReleases inmates to work releases and checks work release inmates back into the facilityDelivers inmate food trays and picks them up at the end of meal periodsReceives and delivers inmate request forms, including visitation, commissary, medical, and other requestsConducts pat downs of incoming arrestees for security and safety of inmates and staffObtains personal information on inmates for booking process including medical history, suicidal tendencies, next of kin, place of birth, tattoos, address, phone, and other related informationUpdates information and processes arrestees into the jailPhotographs and fingerprints arrestees and inmates for local and out of county agenciesAssists Judge in magistration by preparing proper forms and rostersPrepares necessary paperwork and interviews inmates for criminal history, violent and aggressive tendencies, escape history, etc. to determine the most suitable housing assignmentLocates appropriate inmates for assignment to trustee position (inmate worker)Enters data into inmate classification filesUpdates and produces various lists, documents and forms maintained on the computerResolves disputes involving inmatesMaintains inmate phone system as directedProvides a uniform procedure of inmate visitation so all inmates that have completed the policy requirements may have visitorsAnswers and files requests from inmates pertaining to visitationProvides for the safety and security of inmates and staff by ensuring the care, custody and control of the inmate and protecting the inmate from themselves and othersMay operate the commissary funds by making deposits and withdrawals from inmate accounts as they order commissary items and invoices inmate accounts for payments while ensuring total accuracy by balancing accounts dailyDelivers commissary items to inmatesMay make bank deposits, write checks and balances checking accountsMay account for and handle petty cash as neededProvides the equipment and supplies needed to maintain a clean environment to which to liveProhibits the growth and spread of disease, varmints, rodents, and parasitesMay supervise the Jail laundry ensuring clothing and other articles are washed, disinfected, and clean on a regular basis promoting a clean work environment for fellow employees and inmatesEscorts inmates to see family members in emergency situations, including critical illness, death, funeral, and other similar situations as well as scheduled doctor and dentist appointments, warrants, court commitments, hospitals, and other locations as authorizedVisually checks inmates and provides safety measures for inmates while working grounds maintenance outside the facility proper and directs inmates in the conduct of work to be performedProvides meals for the inmates while on ground maintenance details and works with classification officers to decide who may go outside the jail setting to work grounds maintenanceAssists inmates with daily work assignments and solves problems and answers questions from inmatesCatalogues and processes evidence to make sure the chain of custody is followed and items are stored in accordance with policies and proceduresKeeps records on evidence and property and files proper records to place property tags with case files and property control sheetsResearches cases and dispositionsPhotographs and fingerprints the public for job requirements, concealed weapon permits, and other related requirementsPicks up inmate mail from each picket and delivers mail to the post officeDelivers inner office mail to and from the Sheriff's Office and Government CenterScreens incoming mail to inmates for contrabandLogs incoming legal mail for attorneys, courts, Department of Justice, and other similar reasonsResponds directly to inmate requests to provide assistance, as needed using in-house or referral sourcesCommunicates via telephone with the public answering their questionsReleases inmates on their scheduled release date after verifying that it is the inmates release dateAccepts cash bonds, surety bonds, attorney bonds, out-of-county bonds and fine money and releases inmates upon receipt of the appropriate bondRequires the employee to be able to render credible testimony in any court proceeding to include Justice Courts, County Courts, District Courts and any U.S. Federal CourtPerforms other duties as assignedEducation and/or ExperienceHigh School diploma or GEDAny combination of education and experience equivalent to the required education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this jobExperience in corrections preferredOther Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations• Licensed TCOLE Basic Jailer must be obtained within one year of hire date in position • Ability to maintain continuing education requirements as outlined by TCOLE • Class C TX driver's license • Must be 20 years of age • Must pass typing test at 15 WPM
Worksite address
san marcos, TX, 78666, US
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