What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Officer (Female) position at CALUMET COUNTY?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the
following. Other duties may be assigned. Maintains security of the jail
in order to insure the safety and well-being of inmates and staff,
according to all applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Keeps jail
area clean and orderly. Takes custody of, books, and releases inmates by
performing the following tasks: fingerprints, photographs, searches, and
inventories personal belongings; assigns and escorts inmates to cells or
similar area; issues uniforms, bedding, personal products, and other
supplies; ensures proper placement of inmates in facility; and releases
inmates upon posting of bail, signing of signature bond, direction of an
appropriate authority, or for work release purposes. Maintains jail
security. Makes periodic rounds and conducts security inspections and
searches of inmates and inmates\' quarters for contraband and any
unauthorized/dangerous materials; and maintains surveillance of all
inmates and jail activities through visual and audible devices. Enforces
regulations and discipline policies related to the security and
operation of the facility. Conducts inmate counts and ensures inmates do
not escape facility. Establishes and maintains continuing relationships
with inmates watching for illegal activities or violations of jail
regulations, unusual or suspicious behaviors, and signs of mental and
physical illness. Provides for medical, mental, or other attention
necessary for the inmates\' welfare, according to established policies
and procedures. Dispenses inmate medication and keeps accurate records
of such disbursements. Performs duties to assist with the operation of
the food service program, as needed, and supervises all inmate workers
assigned to the kitchen. Supervises cleaning, laundry, and daily hygiene
according to established schedules and procedures. Responds to emergency
situations according to office policies and procedures. May employ force
to quell disturbances and maintain discipline. Takes precautionary steps
to prevent transmission of communicable diseases. Maintains Huber inmate
compliance with Huber laws, rules, and policies by performing the
following duties: checks in Huber inmates, verifies employment, conducts
job site and home visits, manages the transfer of Huber inmates to or
from other facilities, conducts random drug and alcohol testing, and
deposits Huber funds. Transports prisoners to and from facilities,
courts, and medical/mental treatment facilities. Monitors and operates
all equipment and alarms located in the master control center.
Administers Intoxilyzer test. Directs visitors. Coordinates visits with
family, friends, clergy, attorneys, and probation and parole personnel.
May conduct jail tours. Prepares and maintains proper and accurate
records and reports. Collects and issues receipts for bail bonds and
fine payments. Responds to inquiries and complaints from the public.
Attends training and in-service, as required. It is unlikely an employee
will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list
exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be
required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not
restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities Ability to supervise the
activities of adult inmates and deal with situations requiring tact,
fairness, firmness, and good judgment. Ability to supervise and assist
with the immediate evacuation of inmates during emergencies. \*\*\*\*\*
OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Good knowledge of Wisconsin
Statutes and rules and regulations relating to the care and commitment
of prisoners and operation of the department; and ability to learn
procedures governing proper maintenance and operation of the facility
and constant working knowledge of status of inmates. Knowledge of the
proper operation of all communications and emergency equipment available
to the facility. Ability to u e good judgment in accepting prisoners of
various types, such as juveniles, injured parties, mentally or
physically unfit, or intoxicated and physically violent. Ability to
handle prisoners and knowledge of techniques in inmate control and
precautionary measures in escorting and supervising inmates. Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relations with other employees,
County officials and officers, and the general public. Ability to deal
firmly with potentially dangerous persons and yet maintain a degree of
empathy for and an awareness of their personal needs. Ability to
maintain security and confidentiality according to department policy.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org
Other: To apply, complete required online application. Applications
accepted until position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET
COUNTY 206 COURT ST CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address:
Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site:
www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475
following. Other duties may be assigned. Maintains security of the jail
in order to insure the safety and well-being of inmates and staff,
according to all applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Keeps jail
area clean and orderly. Takes custody of, books, and releases inmates by
performing the following tasks: fingerprints, photographs, searches, and
inventories personal belongings; assigns and escorts inmates to cells or
similar area; issues uniforms, bedding, personal products, and other
supplies; ensures proper placement of inmates in facility; and releases
inmates upon posting of bail, signing of signature bond, direction of an
appropriate authority, or for work release purposes. Maintains jail
security. Makes periodic rounds and conducts security inspections and
searches of inmates and inmates\' quarters for contraband and any
unauthorized/dangerous materials; and maintains surveillance of all
inmates and jail activities through visual and audible devices. Enforces
regulations and discipline policies related to the security and
operation of the facility. Conducts inmate counts and ensures inmates do
not escape facility. Establishes and maintains continuing relationships
with inmates watching for illegal activities or violations of jail
regulations, unusual or suspicious behaviors, and signs of mental and
physical illness. Provides for medical, mental, or other attention
necessary for the inmates\' welfare, according to established policies
and procedures. Dispenses inmate medication and keeps accurate records
of such disbursements. Performs duties to assist with the operation of
the food service program, as needed, and supervises all inmate workers
assigned to the kitchen. Supervises cleaning, laundry, and daily hygiene
according to established schedules and procedures. Responds to emergency
situations according to office policies and procedures. May employ force
to quell disturbances and maintain discipline. Takes precautionary steps
to prevent transmission of communicable diseases. Maintains Huber inmate
compliance with Huber laws, rules, and policies by performing the
following duties: checks in Huber inmates, verifies employment, conducts
job site and home visits, manages the transfer of Huber inmates to or
from other facilities, conducts random drug and alcohol testing, and
deposits Huber funds. Transports prisoners to and from facilities,
courts, and medical/mental treatment facilities. Monitors and operates
all equipment and alarms located in the master control center.
Administers Intoxilyzer test. Directs visitors. Coordinates visits with
family, friends, clergy, attorneys, and probation and parole personnel.
May conduct jail tours. Prepares and maintains proper and accurate
records and reports. Collects and issues receipts for bail bonds and
fine payments. Responds to inquiries and complaints from the public.
Attends training and in-service, as required. It is unlikely an employee
will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list
exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be
required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not
restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities Ability to supervise the
activities of adult inmates and deal with situations requiring tact,
fairness, firmness, and good judgment. Ability to supervise and assist
with the immediate evacuation of inmates during emergencies. \*\*\*\*\*
OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Good knowledge of Wisconsin
Statutes and rules and regulations relating to the care and commitment
of prisoners and operation of the department; and ability to learn
procedures governing proper maintenance and operation of the facility
and constant working knowledge of status of inmates. Knowledge of the
proper operation of all communications and emergency equipment available
to the facility. Ability to u e good judgment in accepting prisoners of
various types, such as juveniles, injured parties, mentally or
physically unfit, or intoxicated and physically violent. Ability to
handle prisoners and knowledge of techniques in inmate control and
precautionary measures in escorting and supervising inmates. Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relations with other employees,
County officials and officers, and the general public. Ability to deal
firmly with potentially dangerous persons and yet maintain a degree of
empathy for and an awareness of their personal needs. Ability to
maintain security and confidentiality according to department policy.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org
Other: To apply, complete required online application. Applications
accepted until position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET
COUNTY 206 COURT ST CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address:
Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site:
www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475