Detention Officer

Bremen, GA
Haralson County Sheriff

Position Summary:

The Detention Officer provides protection of life and property, daily operation of the Haralson County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center, control of inmate security and movement.

Essential Functions:

  • Abides by written and verbal commands, instructions, and recommendations to personnel consistent with Haralson County Sheriff’s Office General Orders.
  • Appears in court to testify on cases or reports to assigned date/time when summoned for court.
  • Assures efficient performance of assigned staff operations.
  • Ensures the fair treatment of all personnel in accordance with federal and state laws concerning discrimination; documents all incidents or complaints of discrimination or harassment and notifies the proper chain of command so that appropriate corrective action can be taken.
  • Serves as a positive role model to motivate employees to achieve or exceed performance measures.
  • Reviews and forwards documents related to fugitive apprehension, warrants and mental patient transports.
  • Coordinates with other agencies, such as fire departments, city police departments, state patrol units, emergency medical personnel, and federal agencies during emergencies.
  • Accounts for gear and equipment issued.
  • Performs rescue functions within accidents, emergencies, and disasters, which may include lifting, dragging or carrying people away from dangerous situations, securing/evacuating people from particular areas, administering CPR or first aid, or extinguishing small fires.
  • Inspects and maintains assigned uniform, weapons, and equipment.
  • Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
  • Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, incident reports, miscellaneous reports, evidence submission forms, or other documents.
  • Maintains records, logs, and files of work activities; maintains current manuals, policies/procedures, bulletins, and other materials for reference and/or review.
  • Communicates in person, via telephone, and/or via two-way radio; provides information and assistance; responds to request for service or assistance; communicates effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications.
  • Communicates with supervisors, officers, employees, dispatchers, other divisions/departments, law enforcement agencies, fire personnel, emergency/medical personnel, court officials, attorneys, victims, complainants, prisoners, suspects, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to obtain information, coordinate activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
  • Responds to complaints and questions related to detention center issues and activities; mediates disputes, provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
  • Attends shift meetings, training session and seminars as required to remain knowledgeable of departmental operations/activities, to promote improved job performance, and to stay current with changing policies, procedures, codes, and criminal/civil case law; participates in training and continuing education activities; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations.
  • Provides command and control of inmates at the Haralson County Detention Center by the implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Assists in the daily operations of the Detention Center by conducting cell, cell block and perimeter inspections

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Must successfully obtain and maintain valid Georgia P.O.S.T. Basic Jail Officer Certification.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
  • Must be a citizen of the United States or legally qualified to work in the United States.
  • Must have no record of any felony criminal conviction.