Detention Officer

Brownsville, TX
Brownsville Police Department

Salary: $14.67 – Hourly.

Position Summary:

The purpose of the Detention Officer is to ensure the safety and security of the jail and its inmates. The Detention Officer is responsible for securing the facility, processing the inmates, managing personal property, running security checks, and some clerical duties. The class works according to set procedures under direct supervision.

Essential Functions:

  • Average skills; knowledge of commonly used work routines, rules, procedures, or operations;
  • Books, fingerprints, and photographs the inmates.
  • Feeds the inmates and checks their well-being.
  • Inventories, stores and secures inmate’s personal property.
  • Maintains the security of the jail and the safety of the inmates.
  • Searches inmate and performs cell checks for contraband.
  • Maintains jail records release forms, log sheets and other documents.
  • Attends to any emergency needs of an inmate or officer.
  • Requires reading basic sentences, instructions, or work orders; writing simple sentences and completing uncomplicated job forms; speaking sentences using basic grammar.
  • Cleans jail and booking areas.
  • Performs related tasks.

Requirements:

  • High school graduation or GED plus one year of experience.
  • Valid Texas Driver’s License.
  • Jailer Certification.