Detention Officer

City of Lee’s Summit; Orange Beach (AL); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Lee’s Summit Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to recruiting, hiring and training the most qualified candidates. We seek candidates who are critical thinkers, problem-solvers and possess strong interpersonal skills for the Detention Officer role.

There are daily interactions with Police Officers and supervision for this position. Detention Facility handles detainees from misdemeanors to felonies and can house up to 30 subjects.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and US citizen or authorized alien worker.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• No felony convictions or involvement in felonies.

Responsabilités

• Booking in, searching, fingerprinting and releasing detainees.
• Supervise detainees, conduct safety/security inspections, provide access to health facilities and basic care.
• Maintain intake, care and release records; manage equipment and facilities.

Connaissances

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Formation

High school diploma

Description du poste

$21.73- $28.14 per hour

The Lee’s Summit Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to recruiting, hiring and training the most qualified candidates. The department is looking for candidates who are critical thinkers, problemsolvers and possess effective interpersonal skills. Our team is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Detention Officer.

The Lee’s Summit Police Department Detention Facility is a temporary holding facility for subjects who have committed a variety of crimes from misdemeanors to felonies. The facility is capable of housing up to 30 subjects; however, outside agencies are utilized for extended sentencing stays over 2 days and the Detention Officer is responsible for coordinating transportation to these outside agencies with the Patrol Division. The job of a Detention Officer is an excellent starting point for future opportunities as a Police Officer. There are daily interactions with Police Officers and Police Supervision.

This position requires passing a background investigation and drug testing.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for booking in, searching, fingerprinting and releasing detainees in conformance with Federal, State and City laws and ordinances.
2. Supervises detainees, conducting safety and security inspections, providing access to health care facilities, conducting housing, feeding, bedding and well-being activities.
3. Maintain accurate intake, care and release records.
4. Maintain assigned equipment, supplies and facilities.
5. Responsible for completing bond paperwork on defendants. May also have to complete incidents reports and other reports/records related to the Detention process, court actions and proceedings.
6. Receive bonds and handles cash during release of detainee; coordinates with Municipal Court on bond balancing.
7. Responses to warrants with Dispatch or other inquiring agencies and confirms validate.
8. Coordinate transfer of detainees to long-term holding facilities, as well as other local, state or federal law enforcement agencies.
9. May drive Detention van for detainee transfers.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must be 18 years old at time of employment.
2. Must be a United States citizen or authorized alien worker.
3. High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
4. Valid state Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and acceptable driving record.
5. No felony convictions or commission of or participation in any felony crime, whether detected or not.
6. No on-going or repetitious history of committing or participating in Misdemeanor crimes, whether detected or not.
7. CPR and First Aid Certification within first six (6) months of hire.
8. If applicable, testing as required.

EOE