Detention Officer
Salary: $19.02/hr.
Open until filled
Essential Functions:
- Processes individuals into the Independence Police Detention facility.
- Responsible for intake of personal belongings; booking; fingerprinting and searching detainees/prisoners; completes medical questionnaires.
- Monitor the detention area to provide safety and security for arrestees.
- Coordinates the bonding and/or arraignment of detainees with Municipal/ State/ Federal Court; provides courts with proper documentation.
- Arranges meals and makes provisions for personal needs of prisoners.
- Maintains the detention facility; cleans cells; laundry; and supplies.
- Perform data entry of required records and reports.
- Inform the Detective Unit of felony arrests and arraignments and other duties as directed.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED, or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Aptitude in record keeping, report preparation, computer applications and effective communication is desired.
- Must complete required NIMS level training within first six months of hire and complete certification in CPR, First Aid, AED and LVNR within three years.
- Knowledge of applicable detention laws as well as ability to maintain order and security within the detention unit preferred.
- Requires a valid driver’s license, drug testing, a comprehensive background check and successful completion of a lift and drag test (Approximately 165 lbs. for 100 feet).