Deputy Sheriff I

Jonesboro, GA
Clayton County Sheriff

Salary: $48,536.38.

Position Summary:

The purpose of this classification is to provide law enforcement and security to the County.

Essential Functions:

  • Processes new inmates and arrested persons; books new inmates; conducts identification procedures; searches inmates and seizes all personal property; secures persons in jail or holding cells; prepares processing paperwork; informs inmates of charges and bond amounts.
  • Screens inmates for medical conditions; retrieves inmates for medical attention; directs inmates to infirmary.
  • Retrieves and receives various documents and court papers concerning inmates; reviews court list.
  • Assigns location of inmates; performs security checks and searches of cells for contrabands; control behavior of inmates and restrains irate or violent inmates; manages physically and mentally ill inmates.
  • Conducts head counts and oversees the safety of all staff and inmates.
  • Oversees visitation; checks identification of visitors; logs visitors in computer; directs visitors to proper locations.
  • Accounts for inmates being transported to various locations including going to other agencies, court, medical appointments, etc.; escorts inmates to various locations; maintains inmate movement log; sends notification to various agencies.
  • Answers or directs questions of inmates; assists in requests of inmates.
  • Answers or directs questions of the general public.
  • Monitors security of jail including tower monitoring, video and tape recorder monitoring, radio communication monitoring and traffic monitoring; responds to emergencies.
  • Prepares various reports and logs including disciplinary reports and information, incident reports, etc.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED; supplemented by little or no previous experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must meet minimum requirements as set by POST and State Law.