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Wilson County Government lists this Detention Officer I opportunity in wilson, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Detention Officer IWilson County Job Description: Detention Officer I Detention Center FLSA: Non-exemptApplication Process: To apply for this position:1. Download and complete WCSO application, F-3, and questionnaire documents:WCSO ApplicationF-3Questionnaire2. Come back to this post, click apply, upload the completed documents when prompted. Complete the remainder of the online application.Please note:Incomplete submissions will not be consideredA resume cannot be substituted for the required documentsDocuments can be notarized during the interview processCompensation/Benefits: The starting salary for a Detention Officer I is $47,088. Non-sworn applicants with an end goal of becoming a Sheriff's Deputy are encouraged to apply for the Detention Center.BenefitsAnnual and Sick LeaveMedical, Dental, Vision12 Paid Holidays401kRetirementHealth Savings AccountEmployee Discounts on Gym Memberships & Local BusinessesGeneral Statement of Job: Performs intermediate protective service work processing inmates, maintaining Detention Center security, transporting inmates to court, medical and related facilities, does related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Detention Sergeant.Description of Work: Specific duties and responsibilities include admitting and booking new inmates; ensuring that inmates are properly booked and searched, and are allowed calls to attorneys and relatives; calling bondsman if necessary; advising inmates of Detention Center rules and regulations; ensuring the proper forms, photographs, fingerprints, etc. are completed on individual inmates; locking prisoners in cellblocks. Securing inmates' property, properly storing and returning appropriate items upon release. Preparing and transporting inmates from the Detention Center to court, to medical and dental appointments, other detention facilities, etc., maintaining the safety and well-being of the inmates and the general public. Reviewing logs and reports from previous shift; maintaining knowledge of inmate population and assignments; compiling schedules and lists of inmates to be transported; preparing various reports and logs, including jail lists, bond sheets, photo logs, inmate cash records, confinement reports, incident reports, etc. Attending assigned station, maintaining security and order; performing head counts and periodic cellblock and cell checks; conducting periodic and surprise cell searches for contraband; observing inmates' demeanor to determine mental state and possible need for treatment and/or closer observation; patrolling entire jail area periodically to prevent escapes and maintain order. Supervising medical treatment of inmates in the Center and maintaining security during medical call; maintaining a log of inmates requiring medication; administering medication appropriately. Communicating with inmates, giving information and directions, mediating disputes, and advising of rights and processes; listening to inmates' complaints; resolving inmates' conflicts and problems; performing crisis intervention as needed, including counseling, suicide prevention, etc. Supervising visitation of inmates; assisting visitors; inspecting items brought to jail for inmates. Maintaining the security of the jail at all times; maintaining the safety and well-being of the inmates; removing violent and disorderly inmates from cells; reassigning inmates to other cells; performing perimeter inspections within and outside Detention Center; breaking up fights and affrays; pursuing fleeing inmates and performing rescue operations, as required. Operating control panels to open and close doors in the facility; performing visual and audio surveillance of doors and activities of inmates and staff. Utilizing computerized data entry equipment and various database programs to enter, store and/or retrieve information on inmates. Supervising inmates during meals, showers and work detail; opening recreation area and inspecting area daily. Dispensing mail, canteen and cleaning supplies; distributing clothing and indigent supplies; dispensing over the-counter medical supplies; may supervise changing of linens; may distribute personal hygiene supplies, etc. Assisting Magistrate, Sheriff Deputies, court personnel, etc., as needed; distributing legal papers to inmates, as required. Maintaining assigned station and area, including mopping floors, removing trash, etc. Operating laundry equipment to wash and dry inmates' clothing operations at night or on weekends, as assigned. May unload supply delivery trucks; stocks supply room, as needed. Logging incoming and outgoing mail; distributing mail. Performing other related work as required.Minimum Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED and minimal experience working in a detention center or security position, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Special requirement: Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina. Certification as a detention officer by the North Carolina Sheriffs Training and Standards Commission. Certification in Fire Safety and Operation, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens.Supplemental Information: Minimum qualifications or standards required to perform essential job functions include:Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools including computers, typewriters, copiers, two-way radios, laundry equipment, restraint devices, transport restraint gear, pepper spray, cameras, etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work may require standing, walking, running and physical confrontation. Physical demand requirements are those for Heavy Work.Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or composite characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments or directions from superiors.Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of lists, orders, legal papers, procedures, plans, records, schedules, manuals, forms, reports, logs, etc. Requires the ability to prepare lists, forms, logs, reports, records, etc., using prescribed formats. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control and confidence.Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral and diagrammatic or schedule form.Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of technical or professional languages, including computer, counseling, medical, legal and law enforcement terminology and sign language.Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; to multiply and divide; to calculate decimals and percentages.Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using law enforcement equipment.Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as law enforcement equipment. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and hear: (Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words. Hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear.) Must be able to communicate via telephone and two-way radio.General knowledge of the supervision and care of inmates in a detention facility. Some knowledge of practices and procedures involved in jail management. Some knowledge of local laws, ordinances and the North Carolina General Statutes pertaining to the commitment, confinement and release of prisoners. Skill in the use of restraint devices and other law enforcement equipment. Ability to maintain discipline and order in a jail and to effectively restrain an inmate. Ability to make decisions and take prompt and effective action in emergency situations. Ability to prepare and maintain routine records and logs. Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, firmness and fairness with inmates, families of inmates, attorneys, ministers and other persons concerning the welfare of individual prisoners. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
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wilson, NC, 27893, US
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