Detention Officer I

Detention Officer IWilson County Job Description: Detention Officer I Detention Center FLSA: Non-exempt

General Statement of Job: Performs intermediate protective service work processing inmates, maintaining Detention Center security, transporting inmates to court, medical and related facilities, does related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Detention Sergeant. Description of Work: Specific duties and responsibilities include admitting and booking new inmates; ensuring that inmates are properly booked and searched, and are allowed calls to attorneys and relatives; calling bondsman if necessary; advising inmates of Detention Center rules and regulations; ensuring the proper forms, photographs, fingerprints, etc. are completed on individual inmates; locking prisoners in cellblocks. Securing inmates' property, properly storing and returning appropriate items upon release. Preparing and transporting inmates from the Detention Center to court, to medical and dental appointments, other detention facilities, etc., maintaining the safety and well-being of the inmates and the general public. Reviewing logs and reports from previous shift; maintaining knowledge of inmate population and assignments; compiling schedules and lists of inmates to be transported; preparing various reports and logs, including jail lists, bond sheets, photo logs, inmate cash records, confinement reports, incident reports, etc. Attending assigned station, maintaining security and order; performing head counts and periodic cellblock and cell checks; conducting periodic and surprise cell searches for contraband; observing inmates' demeanor to determine mental state and possible need for treatment and/or closer observation; patrolling entire jail area periodically to prevent escapes and maintain order. Supervising medical treatment of inmates in the Center and maintaining security during medical call; maintaining a log of inmates requiring medication; administering medication appropriately. Communicating with inmates, giving information and directions, mediating disputes, and advising of rights and processes; listening to inmates' complaints; resolving inmates' conflicts and problems; performing crisis intervention as needed, including counseling, suicide prevention, etc. Supervising visitation of inmates; assisting visitors; inspecting items brought to jail for inmates. Maintaining the security of the jail at all times; maintaining the safety and well-being of the inmates; removing violent and disorderly inmates from cells; reassigning inmates to other cells; performing perimeter inspections within and outside Detention Center; breaking up fights and affrays; pursuing fleeing inmates and performing rescue operations, as required. Operating control panels to open and close doors in the facility; performing visual and audio surveillance of doors and activities of inmates and staff. Utilizing computerized data entry equipment and various database programs to enter, store and/or retrieve information on inmates. Supervising inmates during meals, showers and work detail; opening recreation area and inspecting area daily. Dispensing mail, canteen and cleaning supplies; distributing clothing and indigent supplies; dispensing over the-counter medical supplies; may supervise changing of linens; may distribute personal hygiene supplies, etc. Assisting Magistrate, Sheriff Deputies, court personnel, etc., as needed; distributing legal papers to inmates, as required. Maintaining assigned station and area, including mopping floors, removing trash, etc. Operating laundry equipment to wash and dry inmates' clothing operations at night or on weekends, as assigned. May unload supply delivery trucks; stocks supply room, as needed. Logging incoming and outgoing mail; distributing mail. Performing other related work as required.