Job Description
Detention Officer Step 16 Salary $45,905.60 ($22.07 an hour) - $49,691.20 ($23.89 an hour) Supervisor: Major Brian Blanton Application package may be obtained by calling Ms. Barbara Storey during business hours at 478-218-4910 Position requires 12 hour shifts - 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM or 6:00 pm - 6:00 AM including nights, weekends and holidays. PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION The purpose of this classification is to perform protective work functions associated with maintaining the safety, security and welfare of prisoners in the county jail. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma supplemented by 2 years of work experience involving public contact or equivalent combination of training or experience • Ability to complete GA POST Basic Jail Officer Training Course • Must be 20 years of age by completion of basic training • Vision 20/40 corrected • Must be able to climb stairs reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting, walk, possibly run, and be able to move 160 lbs. at least 40 feet • Must meet minimum score on ACCUPLACER test Reading 55, Writing 60, Math 34 • Must pass physical, drug screen and physical assessment • Must have a credit report with a minimum score of 500 • Minimal Criminal history with no drug or domestics violence convictions. Driver’s history must not show a pattern of disregard for traffic laws • Must be able to complete written reports using Microsoft Word or other report records management program • Must be able to multi-task under different degrees of circumstances • Must be able to supervise inmates under the direct supervision concept which requires direct contact and supervision of inmates for the entire shift. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are normal for this position. These are not construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Enforces jail rules, regulations and procedures; maintains inmate discipline; maintains a secure and peacefu