What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detention Officer position at Kay County Detention Center?
Kay County Detention Center is looking to hire Detention Officers. YOU MUST BE 18 TO APPLY.
You will be responsible for the custody and control of inmates; security of the jail; physical movement of inmates; and all inmate needs. Basic data entry; in application of jail techniques; in maintaining security of inmates; and in application of principles of supervision. Knowledge of radio system/10 codes; of CPR; of inter-department correspondence, of policies, rules and regulations pertaining to jail operations; of security techniques; of jail records; and of jail standard operating procedures. Must be alert and vigilant; to exercise initiative and independent judgment; to understand and follow oral and written instructions; and to deal tactfully with others.
Qualifications
- Strong core skills in security and conflict management
- Premium skills in CCTV monitoring, first aid, law enforcement, CPR, and military background
- Relevant skill in report writing
- Previous supervising experience is preferred
- U.S. CITIZEN OR RESIDENT ALIENT
-HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED
-NO FELONY CONVICTIONS, NO MISDEMEANORS IN THE LAST 3 YEARS
-NO CRIMES OF MORAL TURPITUDE OR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONVICTIONS
-NO ACTIVE PROTECTIVE ORDERS
-ABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS AND ADDITIONAL DAYS (STAFFING DICTATED)
-MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18