Detention Center Control Room Operator

Augusta Richmond County; Northview (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Richmond County seeks a Detention Center Security Support role to help maintain order and safety within the Charles B. Webster Detention Center.

The position supports certified personnel and coordinates with law enforcement and agency staff to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and directives. Responsibilities include monitoring surveillance, controlling access, logging activities, and reporting emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or transcript with graduation date.
• No experience required; selected candidate will be trained.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with good driving history; if out-of-state license, must obtain in GA/SC within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor video surveillance and security intercoms; oversee radio transmissions.
• Control entry/exit gates and access for authorized vehicles with positive ID.
• Back up panel control of housing areas as needed.
• Notify authorities in emergencies (fire, ambulance, police).
• Maintain daily activity log (paper or computer).
• Keep Central Control area clean and orderly.
• Perform other duties of similar nature or level.

Skills

Data Utilization

Human Interaction

Equipment

Verbal

Math

Functional Reasoning

Situational Reasoning

Physical Abilities

Sensory Requirements

Environmental Factors

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

GCIC/NCIC

JMS

Job description

Augusta Richmond County seeks a Detention Center Security Support role to help maintain order and safety within the Charles B. Webster Detention Center.

The position supports certified personnel and coordinates with law enforcement and agency staff to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and directives. Responsibilities include monitoring surveillance, controlling access, logging activities, and reporting emergencies.