Detention Deputy Pre-Certified
Core
Provide direct and remote supervision of inmates, maintain security and physical custody within a jail system or courthouse complex, and escort offenders.
Role type
Detention Deputy (Pre-Certified)
Builds
Secure detention and court operations
Domain
Criminal Justice / Corrections
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
inmate care and custody, crowd control and restraint tactics, search for contraband and weapons, operation of secure facility controls (Sally port, cell locks), first aid and CPR, physical exertion and lifting, emergency decision making, vehicle operation, radio communication
Preferred skills
ability to train others, computer software operation, effective communication with diverse populations
Responsibilities
Provide direct and remote supervision of inmates within housing and other areas of a jail or courthouse complex; Conduct frequent security checks for unauthorized activities and infractions; Receive and process inmates from officers and courts; Maintain security and custody of volatile and violent inmates; Observe inmate conduct and control emergency situations using appropriate force; Schedule and supervise inmate visitations; Supervise inmate work crews; Conduct metal and x-ray detection and searches for weapons; Inspect cells, locks, and perimeters for security; Transport inmates to other facilities; Operate a master control center; Operate an agency vehicle as required.