Corrections Officer

Wilcotx; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading county jail is seeking a Correctional Officer to ensure the safety and security of inmates while maintaining order and cleanliness. Responsibilities include supervising inmates, conducting inspections, and enforcing jail regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and a valid Texas driver’s license. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Texas driver’s license required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Supervises inmates and maintains safety and security.
• Conducts inspections and oversees inmate activities.
• Enforces jail rules and state policies.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Job Summary

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.

Job Summary

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.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Maintains safety and security in the Jail
• Receives, books, and secures inmates upon arrival
• Oversees and maintains area of assigned responsibility
• Conducts daily physical inspections and searches of the facilities, inmates, and visitors
• Supervises inmates’ activities (i.e. recreation, visitation, meals, etc.)
• Posts, maintains, and enforces jail rules as well as state, federal, and departmental policies and procedures
• Observes inmates to detect, deter, and/or prevent self-destructive or criminal behaviors
• Assists with transport of inmates
• Performs special duties as assigned
  
  

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Sergeant or Lieutenant
• Direct Reports – No
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves physically subduing and restraining aggressive inmates
• Position involves constantly standing and walking on concrete floors while making rounds
• Position involves dragging a minimum of 165 pounds (training/recruitment mannequin) in a manner consistent with rescue and restraint maneuvers
• Position involves to hearing audible sounds and speaking in a clear understandable voice
• Position may involve working day and/or overnight shifts
  
  

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Maximum security facility behind locked doors
• Exposure to individuals accused or convicted of crimes, individuals with risk of illness, and potential biohazards
• May be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)
  
  

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday – Friday) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required
  
  

The 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• All: High School diploma or equivalent
• All: Must be at least 18 years of age per Rule 217.1 of the Texas Administrative Code
• See required licenses and certifications below
  
  

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required Within Thirty (30) Days Of Employment

• All: Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) training
• All: Valid Texas driver’s license
  
  

Required Within Twelve (12) Months Of Employment

• All: Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Jailer certification
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• All: One (1) year of experience working in a correctional facility securing, searching, and monitoring inmates
• Bilingual (Spanish)
  
  

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer/pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: Yes
• Psychological exam: Per TCOLE standards
• Additional: Written tests, Oral Board
  
  

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) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone [phone] 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 POLICY

Williamson 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.

Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.

To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.

The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.

01

Do you have a high school diploma, or equivalent?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Per Rule 217.1 Texas Administrative Code you must be at least 18 years of age. Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Texas Driver's License within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Have you ever received a conviction or deferred adjudication of a class A misdemeanor offense?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Have you received a conviction or deferred adjudication of a class B misdemeanor offense within the last 10 years?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Have you ever received a conviction or deferred adjudication for family violence?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Have you received a conviction or deferred adjudication of a felony offense?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

Obtaining a TCOLE license is a requirement of this position. Texas Administrative Code outlines the minimum requirements regarding residency, criminal background, and education to obtain a TCOLE license. Please follow this link or copy and paste the link into your browser to review the TCOLE minimum requirements: https://texas-sos.appianportalsgov.com/rules-and-meetings?chapter=217&interface=VIEW_TAC&part=7&title=37

• Yes, I have reviewed the TCOLE Requirements.
  
  

09

After reviewing the minimum requirements, I confirm that I am eligible to obtain a TCOLE license.

• Yes, I am eligible to obtain a TCOLE license.
• No, I am not eligible to obtain a TCOLE license.
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Government Administration

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