CORRECTIONS OFFICER II - CORRECTIONS PRISON

Claytoncountyga; Georgia; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Claytoncountyga is seeking a Corrections Officer II in Georgia. This role involves overseeing the security of inmates, conducting inspections, and ensuring order within the facility. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, a minimum of one year of experience as a Corrections Officer I, and valid certifications. The position requires physical fitness and the ability to handle emergencies. Clayton County promotes equal opportunity and encourages individuals with disabilities to discuss accommodations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience as a Corrections Officer I or equivalent.
• Must possess valid GA driver's license and required certifications.
• Ability to exert heavy physical effort and handle emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security of inmates; conduct counts and inspections.
• Transport inmates and log their activities.
• Supervise inmates during daily activities and ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CORRECTIONS OFFICER II - CORRECTIONS PRISON

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Corrections Officer II

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION

Provides security to the inside and the outside of the corrections facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees security of inmates inside and outside of corrections facility; conducts inmate counts, visual inspections, and searches of inmates and inmates’ property; monitors inmate movement and dorm activity; monitor alarms, cameras and other security equipment of the facility; conducts security checks throughout building, storage areas, fence line and perimeter.
• Transports inmates to job sites; logs inmates in and out; relays arrival and departure time to office; assigns tools to inmates; conducts inventory and inspections of tools and equipment; searches vehicles.
• Supervises inmates during showers, haircuts, meal times and preparation, clean up, recreation activities, etc.; issues medication to inmates; ensures all equipment and facility is clean and sanitary.
• Supervises inmate visitation; verifies identification of visitors; searches visitors.
• Controls inmate behavior; investigates suspicious activities of inmates; control disturbances and maintains order; identifies security threat groups; uses restraints and force as necessary; prepare performance reports on inmates.
• As control room officer, answers the telephone; directs and monitors phone calls; monitors and responds to radio traffic; maintains records; prepares various forms, logs and reports.
• Maintains knowledge of emergency operations procedures; contacts outside agencies for support in cases of emergency.
• Operates building equipment; locks and unlocks doors.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Sorts and passes out mail; inventories and passes out store purchases; provides escorts for vendors, repair persons, and delivery persons.
• Performs other related duties as required to include supervising details away from the institution.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year of experience as a Corrections Officer I; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Must possess and maintain valid Basic Correctional Officer, Peace Officer, Firearms, First Aid, and CPR certifications.

ADA COMPLIANCE

• Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 200 pounds).
• Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
• Environmental Factors: Tasks may risk exposure to temperature/weather extremes, strong odors, toxic/poisonous agents, disease/blood/bodily fluids, violence, noise extremes, and traffic hazards.

Clayton County, Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.