Control Room Operator - Part-time

CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR (PART-TIME)

The Sumter County Correctional Institute is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Part Time Control Room Operator. This position is responsible for operating a security and surveillance control room to monitor the county correctional institution’s security and safety measures inside and outside of the facility. Major duties include but are not limited to; operating security and surveillance system, observes TV monitors in control room to watch conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes; observes monitors to ensure the safety of institute staff members and visitors inside and outside of the facility. Alerts correctional personnel of inmate unruly activities viewed on the control room monitors; dispatches correctional personnel to trouble spots and other facility locations as necessary. Operates control panel board to open, close, and lock prison doors; operates an intercom system to transmit and receive messages and to give orders to inmates inside the facility; maintains ongoing log of control room operation activities including records of incidences, inmate counts, visitors, key requests, etc.; answers telephone, transfers calls, answers questions, and takes messages; performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications include ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia. Must be able to work flexible hours.

Applications with a complete job description may be obtained from the Sumter County Board of Commissioners Office located at 500 W. Lamar Street, Suite 100, Americus, GA. from 8:30 – 5:00 daily Monday – Friday, or the Sumter County Web Site at www.sumtercountyga.us.

Applications will be accepted until filled.

SUMTER COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person