Corrections Deputy
A Corrections Deputy is primarily concerned with the supervision and safety of inmates within the jail. A Corrections Deputy is responsible for everything which occurs in the jail during his/her tour of duty and will adhere to the policies and procedures of the jail to maintain security while ensuring a safe living environment for inmates.
· Receives and processes all new inmates transferred to the jail.
· Maintains jail records during his/her shift.
· Conducts a head count at the start and end of his/her shift and records it.
· Makes periodic checks of all inmates.
· Reports any damage of jail property to the Supervisor.
· Fills out and delivers all incident reports and grievances to the warden.
· Reviews the jail log to update the jail activities.
· Conducts shakedown inspections as needed.
· Supervise the feeding of inmates.
· Supervise the cleaning of all areas of the jail.
· Confirms that inmates have the basics to practice personal hygiene.
· Supervise the taking of medication by inmates as provided by the medical personnel.
· Search all inmates coming to and leaving the jail.
· Supervise trustees.
· Advise the shift supervisor of any inmate security and discipline problems.
· Controls all public access into the jail.
· Controls all inmate movement within the security area of the jail.
· Keeps in communication with other Correctional Officer.
· Controls and monitors all emergency alert systems
· Controls the jail locking system.
· Performs all other duties as assigned by the warden, associate and assistant warden’s.
Requirements:
- High school diploma from an accredited school or GED equivalent.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Able to work rotating 12-hour shift assignments, including holidays, weekends, and declared state of emergency events.
- Must pass a thorough background screening, polygraph examination, and drug screen.
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