Detention Officer

Edwardsville, IL
Madison County Sheriff

Salary: $23.77 – $23.77 Hourly.

Position Summary:

The Detention Officer shall be familiar with and adhere to the philosophy and all policies and procedures as established by the Madison County Probation & Court Services Department. All work must be treated as confidential.

Essential Functions:

  • Shall be familiar with all statutory provisions regarding the operation of detention facilities.
  • Shall provide supervision, guidance, care and secure custody consistent with Departmental policy and procedure, while promoting the philosophy and direction of the department.
  • Shall incorporate Evidence-Based Practices with regard to interactions with detainees.
  • Shall demonstrate an understanding of the stages of adolescent development, transitional disorders, mental illness, and other issues that may affect detainee behavior.
  • Shall strive to attain constructive, professional relationships with all detainees by developing trust and mutual respect, and by learning the interests, abilities and problems of the youth.
  • Shall maintain direct involvement with youth by being present on the detention floor.
  • Shall encourage appropriate behavior of detainees through positive verbal communication.
  • Shall intervene in the event of an infraction of established rules and regulations.
  • In crisis situations, shall respond accordingly using the least physical force necessary and re-establishes direct contact with the youth upon stabilization of the situation.
  • Shall maintain safety and security by having constant visual contact, proper positioning during activities or movement, and conducting random room searches.
  • Shall maintain safe and secure transport of juveniles as directed.
  • Shall make complete, accurate written entries in all records, reports and logs.
  • Shall assist in the creation, design and implementation of a variety of programs, presentations and events aimed at promoting positive change and deterring negative behavior in young people.
  • Shall attend and participate in youth staffings, staff meetings, and/or training programs as assigned by the Superintendent.
  • Shall demonstrate support for fellow employees in the course of the performance of the job.
  • Shall maintain ability to work without supervision, but also possess ability to take direction or supervision and utilize a team approach to working with residents, detention officers and other probation and court services personnel.
  • Shall demonstrate proficiency at utilization of the automation systems.
  • Shall work closely with other units of the Department or outside programs to support the successful completion of probation by detainees.
  • Shall perform such other duties as assigned by the Director of Probation and Court Services, the designated Superintendent, the designated Chief Managing Officer or other designated managers.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 4 year degree from an accredited college, with major course of study in criminal justice, human services or related field.
  • Completed a minimum of 40 hours of training; however, the 40 hours of training may be completed within one year following the persons appointment to the Probation and Court Services Department.
  • Due to department structure and programming, individual must maintain flexibility in assignment location and scheduled hours of work.
  • Must possess the ability to successfully complete a physical ability component, toxicology screening and psychological evaluation.
  • Must be a citizen of the United States. Must be a resident of the county in which he/she is employed. Must be generally qualified as provided by law or rule of court.
  • Must have devotion to principles of public service, capacity to learn by experience, fundamental capacity for and interest in the welfare of human being; good character and balanced personality; ability to work with individuals and groups.
  • Possession of a valid Illinois Drivers License.