Deputy Jailer (Full-time)

Scott-County-Government; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Scott County Fiscal Court in Georgetown, KY seeks a Deputy Jailer (Full-time) to maintain safety and custody at the detention center. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, conducting intakes/releases, and routine cell searches to prevent contraband. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, must be 21+, U.S.

citizen with a valid driver's license and firearm eligibility. Preference for prior detention/security experience; veterans with DD214 encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years or older, US citizen, valid driver's license, and eligible to possess a firearm.
• Preference for prior detention, security, law enforcement experience; military service with DD214 encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for inmates.
• Enforce all facility rules and procedures.
• Carry out intake and release procedures.
• Conduct regular cell searches to deter contraband and ensure order.
• Identify problems, implement corrective actions, and support facility operations.
• Work 12-hour shifts with alternating 36-hour and 48-hour weeks.

Skills

Detention security

Rule enforcement

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Deputy Jailer (Full-time)(Detention Center)

Georgetown, KY, United States of America

Individual needed to maintain a safe and secure environment for the care and custody of all inmates remanded to the detention center. Duties include enforcing all rules and regulations as well as policies and procedures of the facility; assuring the smooth operation of the facility by identifying problems, solutions and the implementation of corrective actions; performing all intake and release procedures; conducting regular cell searches on all inmate living areas, to verify that the facility remains free of contraband, weapons, trash, etc.

Position requires graduation from high school or possession of a GED and some related work experience. Individuals must also be 21 years of age, a US citizen, possess a valid driver's license, and be eligible to possess a firearm. Preference will be given to applicants with previous experience working in a detention center, security, law enforcement, and/or those with vocational or college training/education in security, law enforcement or a related field. Qualified candidates with military service should be prepared to provide a copy of their DD214. Selected candidates will work a 12-hour shift and will alternate between 36-hour and 48-hour work weeks. Workdays begin at 7am or 7pm based on shift assigned. Uniforms are provided for all staff.

Scott County Fiscal Court is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversifying its workforce.

Education Requirements (All)

High school diploma or GED