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Geary County Corrections Officer in Junction City, Kansas
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GEARY COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Correction Officer
FLSA: Non-Exempt Starting Salary: \$19.47/hr.
Salary Range: 16
Reports To: Corrections Sergeant PCN: VARIOUS
Department: Sheriff Date: June 2019
JOB SUMMARY
The job duties of the Correction Officer include but are not limited to take care of the needs of the inmates in the Geary County Detention Center; to provide the proper treatment, cleanliness, and basic care of the inmates and the facility; to ensure that the inmates are granted their constitutional rights; to enforce all federal, state, and local law resolutions; and to provide responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents and the general public. Performs other duties as assigned.
Rotating Shifts: (Day) 7:45am 8:00pm (Night) 7:45pm 8:00am
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties described below are indicative of what the Correction Officer might be asked to perform. This job description is to incorporate any County Resolutions for the position of Correction Officer. This position description is not designed to list all tasks and responsibilities of this position. Geary County reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need may arise. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Inmate Security. Record all requests and activities of inmates including medical problems, medication, etc. Monitors jail activities via video monitors in control room, monitor recreation activities, chaplain visits, meetings such as AA, library program. Monitors jail visitation and take prisoners back and forth from visitation. Checks prisoners on a half-hour basis. Conducts routine shakedowns, pat searches and strip searches of inmates. Issues clean uniforms and bedding to inmates. Serve meals to prisoners. Dispenses commissary items as ordered by inmates. Monitor medical status of prisoners. Dispenses medications and notify physician of medical needs. Maintains the jail in a good clean order.
Book-In. Books in and processes inmates in and out of jail. Fingerprints and photographs inmates. Maintain accounting for prisoner money and possessions.
Transports. Transport and secures inmates to and from court, hospitals and doctor and other law enforcement agencies.
Administrative Tasks. Meets the public at the detention center and supervise visiting hours and AA meetings. Make minor plumbing repairs, replace light bulbs and make adjustments to equipment.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment.
MINIMUM QUALIFCATIONS
High school diploma or GED.
A valid Kansas drivers license.
Must reside within a 60-mile radius of worksite within 90 days of employment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of law enforcement techniques and standards.
Knowledge of constitutional rights of inmates and the proper application of the laws regarding those rights.
Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting solvents required for sanitation.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with the public.
Ability to take control of situations in a responsible manner.
Ability to comprehend, retain and apply County, State, and Federal policies and legislation, i.e. local ordinances, procedure manuals, SDS sheets, safety manuals; and warning labels.