Detention Central Control Operator

County of Tulare; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Sick leave

Job summary

County of Tulare seeks a Detention Services Officer to perform non-sworn, technical duties across Sheriff's Detention facilities. You will learn jail operation principles, operate central control panels, and maintain security within units while following department policies.

Expected duties include incident reporting, coordination with supervisors, and timely response to emergencies. Training and overtime eligibility are part of the role, with benefits described in the county’s handbook.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills sufficient for arithmetic operations.
• Ability to learn jail operations and central control procedures.
• Ability to read and follow written policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical support person for the Sheriff's Detention Division.
• Operate control panel to maintain security of unit.
• Coordinate with a division or unit Supervisor on problem situations.
• Maintain communication between central control, Intake Sergeant and Officer.
• May write incident reports and log information.
• Respond to emergency situations per procedures.
• Attend training programs and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Control panel operation

Incident reporting

Teamwork

Written communication

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

County of Tulare seeks a Detention Services Officer to perform non-sworn, technical duties across Sheriff's Detention facilities. You will learn jail operation principles, operate central control panels, and maintain security within units while following department policies.

Expected duties include incident reporting, coordination with supervisors, and timely response to emergencies. Training and overtime eligibility are part of the role, with benefits described in the county’s handbook.