What are the responsibilities and job description for the Brown County Jail - Correctional Officer position at COUNTY OF BROWN?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Performs work involving the care, safety, custody and
detention of adults and juveniles in the Brown County Jail and if
qualified, Juvenile Detention Center; provides a positive rehabilitative
influence to all inmates; ensures inmate compliance with Jail rules and
officer compliance with all applicable state and federal laws; and acts
within the parameters of the Brown County Jail and Juvenile Detention
Center policies and procedures. Pay raises within the first seven years
of employment. Essential Duties Provide effective and efficient inmate
care during assigned shift and pod location. Respond to and intervene as
necessary to a variety of emergencies within the facility, such as
officer distress, inmate medical issues or disturbances. If justified,
use proper force to control inmates that are not compliant with staff
orders. Use communication and de-escalation techniques when appropriate
to help prevent disturbances, damage to the facility and assaults.
Effectively perform searches on individuals, cells and areas to prevent
the introduction of contraband (weapons, drugs, etc.) into the facility.
Gather evidence; take crime scene photos, record statements of victims
and witnesses in order to build criminal cases on incidents within the
facility. Perform rescue operations in the case of a fire emergency.
These duties would include the following: donning SCBA; conducting
searches in a smoke/fire filled environment to remove inmates from the
area of danger and fire suppression with either extinguishers or hoses.
ADDITIONAL DUTY REQUIREMENTS: Obtain information from the public and
prisoners for completion of forms, documents and records associated with
the booking process. Collect personal property including money; issues
receipts and accounts for monies; itemizes and stores until inmate is
released. Perform accurate data input for the documentation of records
within the jail. Review and enter court documentation into the system to
ensure accurate information. Ability to follow up with the Courts /
Court Officers on issues found in the court documentation. Answer
inquiries regarding departmental policies or regulations or refer
inquiries to the proper department or official. Obtain photos and
fingerprints of incarcerated persons as directed by statutory
requirements. Maintain security and discipline in the Jail and Juvenile
Detention Center. Supervise the delivery of meals and issues cleaning
materials and other supplies when necessary. Maintain surveillance of
all inmates within the Jail and Juvenile Detention Center. Administer
first aid and secure medical assistance for inmates when required.
Assign, supervise and inspect work of adult and juvenile inmates working
within the facility and on outside duties. Investigate illegal or
criminal activities within the Jail and Juvenile Detention Center.
Supervise movement of inmates. Distribute inmate medication and keep
accurate records of such disbursements pursuant to the Jail Policy and
Procedure Manual. Conduct searches and daily inspections of living
quarters. Protect adult and juvenile inmates from peer intimidation and
physical confrontations. Conduct routine inspection and maintenance of
Jail equipment. Collect DNA samples from inmates as assigned. Perform
all other duties as directed by competent authority. Brown County is an
E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of agency department policies and procedures. Knowledge of
federal and state laws which apply to jails and secure detention
facilities and of related care, treatment and security programs.
Knowledge of techniques and positions of in ate control and
precautionary measures used in escorting and supervising inmate work
details. Knowledge of rules and regulations governing the secure
detention facility including Wisconsin Department of Corrections
Administrative Codes 350, 348 and 346. Ability to understand inmate
behavior, interpersonal relations and social interactions. Knowledge of
methods and practices of jail security. Ability to defend themselves and
others from physical assault. Ability to physically control the behavior
of combative / assaultive inmates. Ability to recognize dangerous
behaviors prior to a physical assault. Ability to work in confined
spaces. Ability to quickly remove an inmate from a dangerous situation
and in case of fire or other emergency, supervise the immediate
evacuation of inmates. Ability to serve as a positive role model for
inmates and provide effective direction and supervision. Ability to
establish and maintain effective customer service relationships with
staff and the public. Ability to adapt to the changing procedures as
they apply to the different sections and different classifications of
inmates within the jail. Ability to communicate and respond effectively
to both oral and written instructions. Ability to work the required
hours of the position, which includes mandatory overtime. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
detention of adults and juveniles in the Brown County Jail and if
qualified, Juvenile Detention Center; provides a positive rehabilitative
influence to all inmates; ensures inmate compliance with Jail rules and
officer compliance with all applicable state and federal laws; and acts
within the parameters of the Brown County Jail and Juvenile Detention
Center policies and procedures. Pay raises within the first seven years
of employment. Essential Duties Provide effective and efficient inmate
care during assigned shift and pod location. Respond to and intervene as
necessary to a variety of emergencies within the facility, such as
officer distress, inmate medical issues or disturbances. If justified,
use proper force to control inmates that are not compliant with staff
orders. Use communication and de-escalation techniques when appropriate
to help prevent disturbances, damage to the facility and assaults.
Effectively perform searches on individuals, cells and areas to prevent
the introduction of contraband (weapons, drugs, etc.) into the facility.
Gather evidence; take crime scene photos, record statements of victims
and witnesses in order to build criminal cases on incidents within the
facility. Perform rescue operations in the case of a fire emergency.
These duties would include the following: donning SCBA; conducting
searches in a smoke/fire filled environment to remove inmates from the
area of danger and fire suppression with either extinguishers or hoses.
ADDITIONAL DUTY REQUIREMENTS: Obtain information from the public and
prisoners for completion of forms, documents and records associated with
the booking process. Collect personal property including money; issues
receipts and accounts for monies; itemizes and stores until inmate is
released. Perform accurate data input for the documentation of records
within the jail. Review and enter court documentation into the system to
ensure accurate information. Ability to follow up with the Courts /
Court Officers on issues found in the court documentation. Answer
inquiries regarding departmental policies or regulations or refer
inquiries to the proper department or official. Obtain photos and
fingerprints of incarcerated persons as directed by statutory
requirements. Maintain security and discipline in the Jail and Juvenile
Detention Center. Supervise the delivery of meals and issues cleaning
materials and other supplies when necessary. Maintain surveillance of
all inmates within the Jail and Juvenile Detention Center. Administer
first aid and secure medical assistance for inmates when required.
Assign, supervise and inspect work of adult and juvenile inmates working
within the facility and on outside duties. Investigate illegal or
criminal activities within the Jail and Juvenile Detention Center.
Supervise movement of inmates. Distribute inmate medication and keep
accurate records of such disbursements pursuant to the Jail Policy and
Procedure Manual. Conduct searches and daily inspections of living
quarters. Protect adult and juvenile inmates from peer intimidation and
physical confrontations. Conduct routine inspection and maintenance of
Jail equipment. Collect DNA samples from inmates as assigned. Perform
all other duties as directed by competent authority. Brown County is an
E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of agency department policies and procedures. Knowledge of
federal and state laws which apply to jails and secure detention
facilities and of related care, treatment and security programs.
Knowledge of techniques and positions of in ate control and
precautionary measures used in escorting and supervising inmate work
details. Knowledge of rules and regulations governing the secure
detention facility including Wisconsin Department of Corrections
Administrative Codes 350, 348 and 346. Ability to understand inmate
behavior, interpersonal relations and social interactions. Knowledge of
methods and practices of jail security. Ability to defend themselves and
others from physical assault. Ability to physically control the behavior
of combative / assaultive inmates. Ability to recognize dangerous
behaviors prior to a physical assault. Ability to work in confined
spaces. Ability to quickly remove an inmate from a dangerous situation
and in case of fire or other emergency, supervise the immediate
evacuation of inmates. Ability to serve as a positive role model for
inmates and provide effective direction and supervision. Ability to
establish and maintain effective customer service relationships with
staff and the public. Ability to adapt to the changing procedures as
they apply to the different sections and different classifications of
inmates within the jail. Ability to communicate and respond effectively
to both oral and written instructions. Ability to work the required
hours of the position, which includes mandatory overtime. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty