Position Summary

The Correctional Officer has the primary responsibility to perform routine work in the safe keeping of inmates.

Required Duties

The following are required duties of this position:

• Supervises inmates doing work, in their quarters and at meals.
• Inspects facility to ensure prevention of injury to persons or property; and prevents unauthorized entering/leaving the jail.
  Processes inmates entering and leaving the jail.
• Transports inmates to and from cells.
• Seeks medical assistance for inmates, when needed.
• Required to self-report any prior or future PREA misconduct involving sexual abuse/ sexual harassment. Failure to report or false reporting of PREA misconduct is grounds for immediate termination.
• Meet PREA First Responder guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Training Required

The following are the educational and/or training requirements for this position:

• Must be able to read and comprehend English language directives, training materials, and other documentation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience Required
The following experience is required for this position:

• Experience in a corrections facility is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The following non-physical knowledge, skills and abilities are required for this position:

• Ability to critically evaluate information obtained from a number of sources.
• Ability to respond to problems and resolve conflict.
• Knowledge of modern procedures in care and custody of inmates.
• Ability to learn surveillance and law enforcement investigation work.

Physical Abilities

The following physical ability(s) is/are required for this position:

• Must be physically and mentally able to handle unruly inmates.
• Must be physically and mentally able to operate a variety of law enforcement equipment, including firearms.
• Must be physically and mentally able to have direct contact with inmates.
• Must maintain a lifting limit of no less than 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass an appropriate medical examination that includes, but not limited to, vision and hearing tests.
• Must maintain the ability to work any hours, any shift and any days off during your career.

Position-Specific Responsibilities

The following responsibilities are required for this position:

• Executes other responsibilities as assigned by the Sheriff, Chief Deputy, or supervisor.

Tools, Machinery and Equipment

Ability to operate or use the following machinery and/or equipment is required for this position:

• Multi-line telephone
• Department-issue firearms
• Photocopier
• Restraining devices
• Police radio

The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer.

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : SHERIFF

Posting Start : 02/01/2024

Posting End : 12/31/2024

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $24.31