Corrections Officer

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Jail Administrator and Undersheriff, the Corrections Officer is a non-exempt position under the FLSA. The employee in this position performs functions related to the safety, security and humane care of the jail facility and its inmates. The Corrections Officer will understand jail standards codified for Kansas jails by the Kansas Department of Corrections, KJA and courtroom security codified by the National Sheriff’s Association. Work will be performed in accordance with established policies, rules, regulations and practices of the Sheriff’s office.

Essential Functions:

∗ Performs jail inspections for safety and security of equipment and security mechanisms;
∗ Monitors inmates for compliance with jail rules and for the inmate’s personal welfare;
∗ Supervises inmates cleaning of facility;
∗ Supervises inmate laundry operations;
∗ Supervises inmate meal preparations;
∗ Performs laundry cleaning for the jail as needed;
∗ Performs meal prep for the jail as needed;
∗ Cleans jail booking and control area daily;
∗ Cleans facility as needed;
∗ Operate electronic fingerprint system;
∗ Physically perform hourly jail checks for safety and security of inmates and the facility;
∗ Ensures inmates are at court at their appointed times;
∗ Transport inmates to/or from this facility to another as required;
∗ Perform random jail searches for contraband;
∗ Perform inmate searches as they are processed into this facility;
∗ Maintain jail vehicles in a clean and operational ready condition;
∗ Coordinates delivery of food, laundry and hygiene standards to inmates;
∗ Operates and maintains law enforcement equipment, including patrol vehicles, firearms, and communication
equipment;
∗ Dispenses commissary needs;
∗ Dispense medical prescriptions to inmates per Dr. Guidelines;
∗ Keep accurate and up to dare medical records of all inmates;
∗ Dispense phone cards to inmates and monitor their usage;
∗ Complete concealed Carry fingerprint packages for submission to the state;
∗ Obtain DNA samples of inmates as required;
∗ Maintain commissary accounts for inmates and complete the process of obtaining commissary orders;
∗ Coordinate unforeseen inmate needs to Jail Administrator;
∗ Check all inmate incoming and outgoing mail for contraband or illegal activities;
∗ Complete all required reports for submission in a timely manner;
∗ Initiate use of the restraint chair and ensure guidelines of use are followed;
∗ Supervise work release/detail inmates in their daily activities;
∗ Must be able to make quick and sound decisions concerning safety of inmates, other staff and themselves.

Requirements:

• Employee must be at least 18 years of age. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well after six months in the position.
• High school diploma or GED. Completion of a Correctional Officers Certification Course within one year of employment.