Deputy Sheriff Level I

Pickens County Sheriff's Office; Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Pickens County Sheriff's Office in Georgia seeks a jail officer to maintain security, protect the facility, complete inmate admissions, prevent escapes, and manage inmate behavior under supervision.

The role requires diligent inmate counts, timely medication dispensing, handling of inmate property, and adherence to departmental procedures to safeguard inmates' constitutional rights. The position involves no supervisory duties.

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision by the shift supervisor, a person in this position ensures security and protects the facility's property, completes inmates' admission process, prevents escapes, controls the behavior of inmates, and protects inmates from each other. The incumbent must be diligent in maintaining an inmate count, prompt in dispensing medication, and be able to take inmates' personal property. The incumbent must also adhere to definite procedures established by the department to ensure that the inmates' constitutional rights are observed. A person in this position does not supervise other employees.

Annual Salary

Annual Salary $53,328 + incentive pay for additional and advanced education and certifications. Longevity pay with our agency is an additional $0.50 an hour at 3 years, 5, years, 10 years, 15 years, and 20 years. Additional 7 hours per pay period for being placed on a night shift.

Salary: $51661 - $57453 per year