JOB
WEBSTER COUNTY WILL CONTINUE TO RECRUIT UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.THIS IS A BONA FIDE OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATION ANNOUNCEMENT LIMITED TO MALE APPLICANTS ONLY. The Corrections Officer performs the primary function of detaining persons suspected or convicted of offenses against the Criminal Code of the State of Iowa, and the exercise of this function takes precedence over all other duties. Work is performed within a detention facility and does not include general police-type activities or responsibilities outside the facility, except as directly concerned with correctional assignments. Work involves responsibility for maintaining physical security of assigned area; maintaining discipline and order among inmates; detention of inmates in housing units; security escort of inmates within and outside the facility; participates in direct treatment activities of the facility as required; evaluates and reports on inmate progress; participates in staff training as required; may perform detailed record keeping and statistical report compilation; does other related correctional work as required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Admits, books, searches, fingerprints and photographs all incoming prisoners.Issues clothing, bedding and related personal items.Enters data into jail logs and records during shift.Monitors inmate activity through direct observation and by electronic monitor/closed circuit television cameras and documents activity as required.Conducts head counts at the beginning and end of each shift.Performs and documents jail security checks according to established procedure.Searches inmates coming into and leaving the jail.Performs custodial care duties including preparing and/or distributing meals and personal hygiene supplies to inmates; dispensing medication according to medical orders; and cleaning, maintaining and repairing jail facilities.Administers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as required.Arranges for medical care when necessary.Controls all inmate movement, scheduled activities and programs within jail.Regulates inmate visitation and exercise privileges.Receives complaints from inmates and completes disciplinary reports and grievances.Maintains security within the jail facility by reporting damage to jail property; conducting inspections of jail facilities; restraining inmates when necessary; and mediating disputes.Completes, receives and reviews various reports, documents and forms, including grievance forms, inmate request forms, jail notes, record sheets, visitor logs, invoices, charts, and jail logs.Assists the public by responding to questions in person or over the telephone.Acts as a member of the disciplinary board, when requested.Operates devices to lock and unlock cells and security doors.Counsels inmates on matters pertaining to their institutional adjustment and enforces compliance with regulations.Prevents fights and disturbances between inmates.Monitors inmates for signs of sickness. PUBLIC RELATIONS Establishes a positive public relations image of the County through: the effective handling of incoming telephone calls;personal contact with other employees, citizens, and elected officials; andproviding assistance of the highest quality to County citizens.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicable past work experience may be considered when determining starting wage.