What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detention Support Specialist - YCSO (Countywide) position at Yavapai County Government?
Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative and security functions in a detention environment.
- Performs duties in the coordination and movement of the staff and inmate population through the monitoring of audio and video security systems, to include the electronic door controls.
- Monitors safety and security of the staff, inmates, and visitors by assessing the behavior of inmates while utilizing all the security systems provided.
- Communicates effectively with Detention Officers by effectively processing inquiries by staff on inmate activities and movements, as well as scheduled inmate activities.
- Updates all appropriate logs dealing with housing and inmate activity. Updates appropriate records management systems and completes necessary reports.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
A minimum of six (6) months of relevant experience.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
- Clerical office practices and procedures.
- Research techniques and report writing.
- Current Microsoft Office software.
- Filing and recordkeeping.
- Exercising good judgment, applying logical thinking, and making sound decisions to accomplish tasks.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
- Organization and adherence to detail.
- Respond to emergencies or stressful situations calmy, quickly, and decisively.
- Follow written and verbal instructions.
- Analyze situations detect problems and facts.
- Observe or monitor objects, data, and/or behavior to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
- Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
- Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
- Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
- Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with an office. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 5
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: No
Salary : $22 - $34