Detention Officer: Security & Inmate Care Specialist

City of Tolleson; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Tarrant County CSCD seeks a Detention Officer to supervise inmates 24/7 in the confinement system, ensuring safety of people and property and coordinating surrender and transfer of individuals as needed.

The role requires maintaining fitness, responding to emergencies, enforcing rules, overseeing inmate movement, feeding, cleaning, paperwork, and completing training to maintain certifications. This position emphasizes adherence to Jail Standards and state statutes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Six months work experience.
• Must obtain Jailer License within one year.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and obtain a Texas license within 30 days of hiring.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Performs required duties in all areas of assigned responsibilities.
• Maintains physical fitness required to perform essential job duties.
• Responds to emergency situations and routine drills.
• Uses force when necessary to prevent a direct threat to the health or safety of individuals in jail facilities.
• Supervises inmate feeding and monitors those with special dietary needs.
• Supervises the cleaning of jail housing area.
• Supervises inmate movement within the facility.
• Distributes mail, hygiene items and approved items to inmates.
• Supervises inmate recreational activities.
• Must be able to effectively utilize emergency equipment including all fire and emergency medical equipment.
• Must work shift assigned.
• Enforces all applied rules and regulations of given position.
• Remains current on all departmental and bureau policies and procedures.
• Handles volatile situations quickly, responsively and professionally.
• Maintains control and custody of inmates during tour of duty.
• Maintains safety and security of facilities assigned.
• Completes mandatory paperwork relating to the custody and care of inmates.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Legal interpretation

Documentation

Defensive tactics

Job description

Tarrant County CSCD seeks a Detention Officer to supervise inmates 24/7 in the confinement system, ensuring safety of people and property and coordinating surrender and transfer of individuals as needed.

The role requires maintaining fitness, responding to emergencies, enforcing rules, overseeing inmate movement, feeding, cleaning, paperwork, and completing training to maintain certifications. This position emphasizes adherence to Jail Standards and state statutes.