Juvenile Detention Officer

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JOB TITLE: JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER

Department: Justice Services Supervisor: Juvenile Detention Manager

Supervision Exercised: None Exempt Status: Hourly Benefits Eligibility

Status: Eligible BOCC Approval: 07/21/2022

SUMMARY Provides direct supervision and maintains the security of the

facility, staff and juveniles held within County facilities. Ensures the

safety and security of detainees and all persons within the detention

facility. Transports juveniles to and from other facilities and from

other counties/states to court hearings and other appointments as

necessary. Uses physical restraint and force as needed. Errors may

create situations of understaffing, wrongful placement of inmates in

detention areas, potential for inmate suicide, and other potential for

physical harm of oneself, others, and the initiation of legal action

taken against the County. Must be able to work alternating/rotating

shifts as assigned by Detention Manager. Incumbent performs work that

involves a wide variety of work situations that involve a moderate

degree of complexity. Incumbent typically works under specific and

definite directions and well-known procedures. Work requires the

exercise of initiative, independent judgment and discretion insofar as

incumbent uses discretion in defining problems, drawing conclusions and

acting appropriately. Incumbent regularly interacts with the shift

supervisor and detention manager while receiving regular or periodic

supervision. Communicates with others both inside and outside the

organization, including other employees, detainees, parents, courts,

counselor, Law Enforcement Agencies, and other members of the public.

Impact is usually moderate with distinct impact, typically limited to

the department level and those who are incarcerated within County

facilities. Work is typically performed indoors but may involve

intermittent exposure to weather and dangerous conditions while engaged

and in contact with prisoners. Travel is regular, involving transport to

and from other counties and extraditions from other states. ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the

following duties and responsibilities which are not listed in any

particular order of priority and may be amended or added to by the

County at any time:

• Intakes inmates and conducts booking procedure for incarceration upon
  
  

apprehension. Includes obtaining personal and medical information and

faxing such information to the appropriate agencies, fingerprints,

pictures, placement, and all other related activities.

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• Keeps records and maintains awareness regarding the number of inmates
  
  

held at any given time. Tracks and is aware of inmate behavior as it

pertains to inmate attitudes, emotions and well-being, and logs unusual

behavior.

• Maintains inmate control, especially in cases where tensions arise
  
  

among inmates, in a professional manner. Conducts regular bed checks or

head counts throughout the shift. Completes reports regarding unusual

incidents that take place during the shift.

• Interfaces with medical personnel and law enforcement officers as
  
  

needed regarding the physical wellness or other considerations of

inmates (e.g., special diets, allergies, and psychological or

personality disorders). Inquiries about prescriptions, assists medical

staff and passes appropriate medications to inmates.

• Oversees inmate preparation for daily activities (e.g., school
  
  

release, job release, etc.). Tracks all supplies and equipment provided

to inmates, including all school supplies, supplies for personal

hygiene, etc.

• Conducts periodic searches and shakedowns of inmate clothing, living
  
  

areas, cells and ther locations. Searches all residents coming into and

leaving the facility.

• Oversees activities of inmates to ensure appropriateness. Supervises
  
  

the cleaning of the detention center to ensure effectiveness and to

monitor detainee behavior. Supervises and directs work crews as

assigned.

• Maintains regular communication with management and court officials
  
  

regarding inmate status. Informs co-workers and supervisors regarding

any changes in policy or procedure regarding inmates.

• Provides meal delivery and pick up for detained juveniles at the
  
  

County facilities. ? Communicates with dispatch center and prepares all

necessary paperwork related to

the transport of inmates. Transports residents to court or other

locations within the state as ordered by the courts.

• Roves cell area to ensure security and to enforce rules among inmates.
• Must have knowledge of Juvenile Corrections Act and any Federal, State
  
  

and local laws

and rules pertaining to Juvenile Detention Centers. ? Must interact with

inmates in a way that enhances safety of the facility while

encourages the personal growth of the juveniles. ? Interacts with

Juvenile Probation Officers on a regular basis to ensure consistency to

the

juveniles in custody. ? Conducts searches of juveniles upon entering the

facility and periodically as needed.

Performs searches of housing units,