Detention Center Operations Specialist

Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority; Peterson (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority in Duffield, Virginia seeks a Detention Technician for a full-time position at the Duffield Jail Facility. The role involves monitoring communications, controlling access, and maintaining logs within a secure environment.

The incumbent reports to the Shift Commander, Administrative Lieutenant, Chief of Security and Jail Administrator, with duties spanning Master Control Center and Receptionist Post, including public support and coordination with staff

Responsibilities

• Communicate via the facility's telephone, intercom and radio systems with staff, public, visitors, other agencies, and attorneys.
• Control everyone entering and leaving the secure perimeter of the jail by ensuring identification and verifying permission to enter or leave.
• Monitor the emergency system's alarm panels and respond appropriately.
• Maintain required records and logs, including visitors to the facility.
• Assist in Visitation and Control Center as dictated by the facility schedule.
• Respond to and screen incoming facility calls, and direct to appropriate extension.
• Greet public and contact appropriate staff to respond to visitor concerns.
• Assist Mail Officer when needed.
• Assist with other duties and functions of the facility on special projects or tasks as the Jail Administrator makes assignments.

Job description

Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority in Duffield, Virginia seeks a Detention Technician for a full-time position at the Duffield Jail Facility. The role involves monitoring communications, controlling access, and maintaining logs within a secure environment.

The incumbent reports to the Shift Commander, Administrative Lieutenant, Chief of Security and Jail Administrator, with duties spanning Master Control Center and Receptionist Post, including public support and coordination with staff