Prisoner Class Interviewer

Louisville Metro Government; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a role to interview and evaluate inmates to determine proper living quarters within the correctional facility; explain policies, procedures, and daily schedules; communicate with inmates; manage the inventory, distribution, collection, and maintenance of inmate tablets within the correctional facility.

The position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences, requiring High School graduation or GED and at least one

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of counseling, social or community service, or criminal justice experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Interviews inmates and assesses backgrounds to determine proper living quarters.
• Explains facility rules, procedures, services and inmate rights.
• Assesses housing assignments and resolves inmate problems with staff.
• Manage tablet inventory, distribute, instruct, collect, inspect and sanitize tablets, coordinate repairs with vendor.
• Assist where needed and perform related duties.

Skills

Counseling

Social work

Criminal justice experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to interview and evaluate inmates to determine proper living quarters within the correctional facility; explain policies, procedures, and daily schedules; communicate and answer questions from inmates; manage the inventory, distribution, collection, and maintenance of inmate tablets within the correctional facility. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION

INTAKE

• Interviews inmates, and assesses their behavioral, medical, sociological, psychological, and economic backgrounds to determine their proper living quarters within the correctional facility.

• Explains correctional facility rules, procedures, and services; pre-trail and court operations; and inmate rights and privileges.

• Assesses inmate housing assignments following disturbances and significant occurrences, confers with staff to resolve inmate problems.

• Performs related work as assigned.

FLOOR TEAM

• Communicates and answers questions from inmates, listens to their complaints and problems, provides direction and advice, or refers their concerns to proper authorities.

• Reviews and updates inmate classification and living quarters as needed.

• Performs related work as assigned.

TABLETS

• Manage tablet inventory, distribute tablets to individuals in custody, instruct inmates on how to operate tablets and ensure their understanding of tablet policies and procedures, collect tablets, inspect, and sanitize collected tablets, reports any missing or damaged devices to management, coordinate with tablet vendor regarding repairs and inventory.

• Performs related work as assigned.

TABLETS RELIEF

• Manage tablet inventory, distribute tablets to individuals in custody, instruct inmates on how to operate tablets and ensure their understanding of tablet policies and procedures, collect tablets, inspect, and sanitize collected tablets, reports any missing or damaged devices to management, coordinate with tablet vendor regarding repairs and inventory.

• The person in the position will not be moved from their current working area/assignment, however, will assist when needed.

• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.

• One (1) year of counseling, social or community service, or criminal justice experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

• Must not have been convicted of a felony.

• Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis.

• Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test.

• Must wear personal protective equipment as mandated by OSHA.

• Must be vaccinated for hepatitis B, have provided evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form within ten days of initial assignment.

• Must pass an annual tuberculin test.

SPECIAL REQUIRMENTS

• Applicants and employees in positions which perform job duties that may require contact with offenders in the custody or supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice or with youth in the care, custody or supervision of Youth Development must meet qualifications pursuant to the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act, 28 CFR 115.17 and 115.317, to include periodic post-employment criminal background checks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.