Correctional Officer

***A Cherokee County Sheriff's Department Application is Required**

Position Summary

Assists commanding officers. Supervises daily inmate activities. Provides safety and security for inmates and employees.

Essential Functions of the Job

· Books inmates in and out

· Passes out commissary to inmates

· Performs walk through inspections of pipe chase

· Resolves inmate disputes

· Files internal and external documentation

· Observes inmates

· Operates control board

· Indigent appointments

· Takes inmates to dental, medical and Emergency Room

· Performs hourly checks and head counts

· Passes out medication and take blood pressure, blood sugar and check temperatures

· Monitors church, visitation, and library privileges

· Ensures the care and custody of inmates is maintained

· Answers phones

· Researches inmate inquires

· Feeds and picks up meal trays and cups

· Passes out mail and operate book cart

· Searches incoming inmates

· Supervises inmate recreation

· Perform cell searches

· Monitors cameras

· Provides hygiene materials

· Security of inmate property

· Supervision of inmate visitation

Additional duties and responsibilities

· Additional duties as directed by commanding officers

· Cover other shifts as needed

· Removes inmates from cells for haircuts

· Takes photos (mug shots) and fingerprints

· Takes care of and log grievances

· Perform 15 minute checks on sick and suicidal inmates

· Operates copy machine

· Transports inmates

· Reclassifies inmates

· Deposits money for inmates

· Maintain cleanliness of corrections facility

· Performs computer maintenance

· Researches criminal histories

· Assist with dispatch when needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required to Perform the Essential Functions

· Knowledge of booking procedures

· Excellent interpersonal skills

· Knowledge of filing system

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Knowledge of control board system

· Excellent intervention skills and ability to resolve disputes

· Knowledge of state laws

· Excellent computer skills

· Ability to deal with intoxicated, sick or suicidal inmates

· Excellent organization and time management skills

· Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment

· Ability to be alert and aware of surroundings

· Ability to follow oral and written instructions and complete assignments

· Ability to interact with people

· Ability to work as part of a team

· Ability to remain professional when dealing with confrontational inmates

· Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information

Work Environment

· Exposure to dangerous and unpredictable people

· Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases

Physical Requirements

· Ability to remain upright and move for extended periods of time

· Ability to run short and long distances

· Ability to jump, climb, bend, squat and run

· Ability to kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above shoulders, grasp, pull, bend, shove, climb stairs, steps

· Ability to perform defensive tactics and restrain inmates

· Ability to move 50 lbs

· Exposure and/or subject to situation causing high levels of stress

Recommended Minimum Qualifications

· High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)

· National Crime InformationCenter (NCIC)/Texas Crime Information Center(TCIC) Certification

· Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

· Jailer Certification

· Training or experience in bookkeeping

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person