Detention Officer
Salary: $43,000.00 Annually.
Position Summary:
Individuals in this position are responsible for the safety and security of prisoners in and visitors to the City jail. Work includes booking, supervising and controlling of detainees; enforcement of security rules, regulations and procedures; and, the provision of services and information to detainees.
Essential Functions:
- Receives and books detainees including fingerprinting, photographing and issuing uniforms;
- Collects, inventories and logs inmate property at booking;
- Maintains routine operations and security of the jail including checks jail to verify that all prisoners are accounted for; monitors location and activity of prisoners;
- Completes and maintains all arrest and booking reports on all prisoners and persons placed on bond;
- Places prisoners in an assigned jail cell and removes them for release or transportation;
- Arranges for escort to transport to other locations;
- Assures safety and health of prisoners:
- Monitors prisoner activity in jail cells;
- Assures prisoners receive meals;
- Dispense necessary medications as prescribed by physician;
- Arranges for prisoner to be transported for medical care as needed;
- Administers intoximeter test to D.U.I. suspects;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Associate’s degree or related college coursework preferred;
- Law enforcement related training or experience preferred;
- Must have a valid State of Georgia driver’s license;
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.