Starting Pay: $21.4404 Hourly ($44,596)
After 1st Year: $22.2465 Hourly ($46,273)
After 2nd Year: $23.9035 Hourly ($49,719)
After 3rd Year: $25.5414 Hourly ($53,126)
After 4th Year: $26.7553 Hourly ($55,651)
After 5th Year: $28.3665 Hourly ($59,002)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate from high school or its equivalent
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must successfully complete written and physical agility tests;
Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and irregular hours;
No felony convictions, or a misdemeanor;
Training in CPR and first aid is preferred.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs general security work within the Jail; works under the direction of a sergeant; members of this classification are deputized for specific functions within the Jail only; must be willing to work weekends, holidays and irregular hours; performs related duties as required.
STATEMENT OF TASKS:
Guards inmates in the Jail in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures;
Observes conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes;
Inspects locks, window bars, grills, doors and gates for tampering;
Searches inmates and cells for contraband;
Guards and directs inmates during work assignments;
Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infraction of rules and unsatisfactory behavior of inmates;
Processes inmates in and out of the jail through the booking area;
Oversees visitation procedures and enforces visitation regulations;
Distributes meals, bedding and supplies to inmates;
Obtains medical aid for inmates if needed;
Supervises and is responsible for the cleanliness of the Jail;
Assists in maintaining Jail records.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the legal systems as it relates to a County Jail system;
Ability to write acceptable reports;
Ability to make decisions under adverse conditions;
Ability to perform first aid;
Ability to follow written and oral instructions;
Ability to communicate with a diverse public;
Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures;
Ability to subdue inmates who may be a physical threat;
Ability to provide backup within the jail in physical confrontations;
Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaboratively, and respectfully in a complex, multicultural work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion
Ability to attend work regularly and work under stressful conditions.
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