What are the responsibilities and job description for the JAIL Officer -I position at Berrien County Sheriff's Department?
- YOU MUST COMPLETE A PAPER APPLICATION- AND DROP OFF IN PERSON MONDAY-FRIDAY FROM 08:00AM TO 04:30PM A PDF OF APPLICATION IS POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE TO PRINT FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL CAPT.ADDISON OR SGT.CLARKSON AT 1-229-686-7071
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
· Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Must have a valid driver license.
· Must pass a drug screening.
· Must pass a physical
· Must be 18 years of age.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:
· Processing inmates; maintaining jail security; serving meals; transporting inmates.
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Receives and processes inmates into custody of institution; searches prisoners; takes charge of personal property.
· Provides inmates opportunity to call attorney or relative; advises inmates on institutional rules and regulations.
· Patrols jail area periodically to insure security and maintain order.
· Transports inmates to medical, court and related facilities.
· Supervises inmates during meals, personal hygiene and related activities for conformance to institutional rules, regulations and procedures.
· Escorts and safeguards inmates to cell; checks on inmates' physical condition.
· Receives, counts, records and washes all laundry in the jail.
· Dispenses personal and cell cleaning equipment; keeps record of money received from inmates.
· Distributes medication to inmates as prescribed or directed.
· Prepares routine records on inmates; performs general clerical duties.
· Ensures the care and maintenance of quarters.
· Records visits; inspects items brought into the jail; checks incoming and outgoing mail.
· Performs related tasks as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Some knowledge of the security, rules, regulations and procedures of the institution; some knowledge of the practices of modern penology as related to the supervision and care of persons under institutionalized restraint; ability to enforce institutional rules firmly and fairly; ability to detect potential behavior problems of inmates; ability to detect the early symptoms of common health problems; ability to carry out oral and written directions accurately; ability to supervise the activities of large groups of inmates; ability to prepare records and reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.50 - $17.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $17