CORRECTIONS OFFICER, DETAIL

Floyd County Board of Commissioners; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Major Medical

Dental

Long-Term Disability

Employer-Paid Pension

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick

Incentive Pay & Longevity Pay

Wellness Clinic

Job summary

Floyd County Board of Commissioners is seeking a Correctional Officer, Detail to oversee offender work details and maintain security for assigned operations.

You will supervise crews, enforce rules, conduct headcounts, and respond to emergencies while ensuring safety at work sites. Qualifications include a high school diploma, two years in road construction/maintenance or related fields, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain Georgia PST certification within one year.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in road construction/maintenance or related field.
• Valid driver's license required; must obtain Georgia Correctional Officer PST certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and guards offender(s) on assigned work details; enforces facility rules and conducts headcounts.
• Oversees work crews; assigns duties, trains on techniques, and inspects completed work.
• Ensures safety and security of work sites by enforcing procedures and directing traffic.
• Responds to inmate needs and emergencies; assists with meals, first aid/CPR, and medical coordination.
• Operates transportation of offender(s) and equipment under varying conditions.
• Performs manual labor related to construction/maintenance and basic fabrication tasks.
• Conducts vehicle/equipment maintenance and logs documentation.
• Communicates with supervisors and staff; prepares reports and participates in training.

Skills

Discipline enforcement

Supervision

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years experience in road construction/maintenance or related field

Georgia Correctional Officer PST certification within 1 year

Job description

We are looking for Correctional Officer, Detail!

The purpose of this classification is to perform security and manual work functions associated with overseeing the safety and security of offender(s) assigned to work detail.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises, directs, and guards offender(s) on assigned work details; maintains discipline, enforces facility rules, conducts headcounts, and searches inmates, vehicles, and grounds for contraband.
• Oversees offender(s) work crews; assigns duties, instructs on proper techniques, monitors progress, and inspects completed work.
• Ensures safety and security of work sites by enforcing safety procedures, monitoring equipment use, directing traffic, and placing appropriate signage and barriers.
• Responds to inmate needs and emergencies by distributing meals and supplies, providing first aid/CPR, and coordinating medical assistance as required.
• Operates and transports offender(s) using vehicles and heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner under varying conditions.
• Performs and supervises manual labor related to construction and maintenance, including paving, mowing, debris removal, and basic fabrication tasks.
• Conducts routine inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment; reports defects and maintains required logs and documentation.
• Communicates effectively with supervisors, staff, and other agencies via radio or phone; prepares reports and participates in training to remain compliant with policies and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience in road construction/maintenance, equipment operation or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must obtain within one (1) year of hire and maintain a valid Georgia Correctional Officer Peace Officer's Standards and Training certification.

Benefits

• Health/Major Medical
• Dental
• Long-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Pension
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation- Annually
• Paid Sick
• Incentive Pay & Longevity Pay
• Wellness Clinic