Job Description
JOB Reporting directly to a Sergeant or Lieutenant, responsible for supervising inmates and providing care, safety, and security while maintaining rules, regulations, and cleanliness of the Williamson County Jail. Works in one of three general post assignments: Booking, Pod, Medical, or Floor. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Maintains safety and security in the JailReceives, books, and secures inmates upon arrivalOversees and maintains area of assigned responsibilityConducts daily physical inspections and searches of the facilities, inmates, and visitorsSupervises inmates’ activities (i.e. recreation, visitation, meals, etc.)Posts, maintains, and enforces jail rules as well as state, federal, and departmental policies and proceduresObserves inmates to detect, deter, and/or prevent self-destructive or criminal behaviorsAssists with transport of inmatesPerforms special duties as assignedORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPSReports directly to – Sergeant or LieutenantDirect Reports – NoPHYSICAL DEMANDS Position involves physically subduing and restraining aggressive inmatesPosition involves constantly standing and walking on concrete floors while making roundsPosition involves dragging a minimum of 165 pounds (training/recruitment mannequin) in a manner consistent with rescue and restraint maneuversPosition involves to hearing audible sounds and speaking in a clear understandable voicePosition may involve working day and/or overnight shiftsENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Maximum security facility behind locked doorsExposure to individuals accused or convicted of crimes, individuals with risk of illness, and potential biohazardsMay be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)IRREGULAR HOURSWork outside of the normal office hours (Monday – Friday) may be requiredMay be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergencyRegular attendance is requiredThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources . Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICYWilliamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.