Job Details

JOB DUTIES

NOTE: The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification.  Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty.

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Observes prisoners¶

or detainees' activities to detect unusual or prohibited behavior, which might be a threat to the security of the facility or the safety of prisoners, detainees,employees, or visitors.
Counts prisoners or detainees under his/her jurisdiction several times during the shift and transmits count totals to the control officer.
Conducts thorough searches of prisoners, detainees, visitors, employees, mail, packages, cellblocks, and other structures for such prohibited items as critical tools, weapons, drugs, or other contraband.
Keeps prisoners or detainees moving and prevents loitering in yards or building entrances during periods of mass movement.
Attempts to obtain prisoners' or detainees' compliance with facility rules and regulations.  Writes Disciplinary Actions (tickets) on prisoners for rule's infractions.
Responds quickly to calls for assistance in other areas of the prison as directed by the control center or shift supervisor.  Assists in controlling disturbances and isolating instigators.
Attempts to modify prisoner or detainee attitudes and behaviors through one-to-one or group interaction.
Observes and appropriately responds to such "critical incidents" as assaults on employees, prisoners, or detainees, prisoner disturbances, or other situations threatening to the security of the facility and prepares written reports.  Appropriate response may include use of firearms.
Transports prisoners via passenger vehicles ranging from busses to automobiles, to various locations outside the facility such as courts, medical centers, or other correctional facilities, ensuring that all security procedures are followed.
Works with Resident Unit Managers and Assistant Resident Unit Supervisors, in such areas as determination of prisoner security classifications and parole eligibility, disciplinary proceedings, and prisoner counseling.
Controls entry and exit from the facility; identifies employees, visitors and law enforcement personnel entering the facility; escorts and monitors visitors while in the facility.
Oversees prisoners on various work assignments.
Ensures that security systems, fire fighting equipment, fire detection systems, and other equipment in the facility are in operating condition.
Trains Corrections Officers assigned as on-the-job trainees.
Prepares written records and reports related to the work.
Assists in maintaining proper standards of personal care and hygiene of prisoners or detainees.
May take part in searches for escaped prisoners or detainees.
Works to maintain stable interpersonal dynamics with prisoners, detainees and staff.
May dispense prescribed medication as directed.
May operate computerized equipment.
May oversee construction areas within a facility to assist work crew leaders with general security and safety of the area.
May supervise prisoner work crews outside correctional facility.
Performs related work as assigned.