Correctional Officer Academy

4 weeks ago


Central Falls, United States Central Falls Detention Full time

Under general supervision, performs corrections work of moderate difficulty ensuring the welfare of detainees and maintaining security, control, and custody in a direct supervision jail, and performs related work as required.

**EXAMPLES OF DUTIES**

Although it is not possible to provide an exhaustive list of all types of duties, responsibilities, and performance standards, the following are the essential job functions:

- Maintains security of assigned area of responsibility by observing and controlling detainee behavior, being mindful of detainee classification levels, enforcing discipline and reporting observation;
- Inspects the living conditions within the housing units for compliance with sanitation objectives;
- Conducts checks of detainee housing and cell searches for detainee census and detection of contraband;
- Controls, operates, and inspects life safety equipment, electronic safety and surveillance equipment, and door control systems;
- Monitors visitors entering and exiting the facility;
- Performs booking, identification, and records maintenance procedures;
- Participates in evacuation procedures and maintains security in emergencies;
- Provides information to detainees and the public regarding corrections facility rules and regulations;
- Maintains security of prisoners transported and provides a safe environment for surrounding areas;
- Provides escort services within the facility;
- Provides transport services and security of detainees to various locations;
- Physically restrains detainees with handcuffs, and leg irons, when needed;
- Testifies in court proceedings, as required;
- May provide on-the-job training for recruits;
- Annual firearms re-qualification, proficiency in the use of firearms;
- May be required to carry/use firearms;
- Must adhere to the policies and regulations outlined in the Employee Handbook and facility policies;
- During emergencies, may be required to work overtime.

**FACTOR 1 - KNOWLEDGE REQURED BY THE POSITION**

**A: KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED**

Considerable Knowledge of:

- interpersonal communications;
- English language.

Some knowledge in:

- criminal justice system;
- security practices and procedures used in a direct supervision jail;
- varied social, economic, and cultural background;
- report preparation, record-keeping, and report writing;
- Spanish language desirable

**B: QUALIFICATIONS**

Working skill in:

- maintaining security, control, and custody of detainees;
- responding to emergencies quickly, calmly, and decisively;
- observing situations and recalling facts;
- interacting with people of varied social, economic, and cultural backgrounds;
- communicating effectively, both orally and in writing;
- establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others;
- listening effectively;
- keeping records and preparing reports;
- performing defensive tactics which require quick reflexes, agility, coordination, and strength;
- identifying normal and abnormal patterns in behavior;
- performing tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Training and experience:

- High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate

**C: LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED**
- Possession of an appropriate category of driver's license is required at time of appointment.

**FACTOR 2 - SUPERVISORY CONTROL**:

- This position reports directly to the Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain.
- No other positions are reporting to this position.

**FACTOR 3 - GUIDELINES**:

- Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility policies and practices, the Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement, and Federal, State, and local laws primarily convey guidelines.

**FACTOR 4 - PERSONAL CONTACTS**:
None for this classification

**FACTOR 5 - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
- Ability to manage and direct detainees, effectively achieve compliance to policies
- Prioritize
- Sound moral and legal character
- Computer literate
- Knowledge of sound correctional policies and procedures
- Must be available to work overtime, with little or no warning

**FACTOR 6 - PHYSICAL DEMANDS**

Ability to:

- React to physical confrontations and emergencies quickly and effectively
- Stand and sit for long periods
- Bend, reach, kneel and crouch
- Climb up and downstairs and ladders with speed and agility
- See clearly and recall visual details
- Drag up to 175 pounds for 60 yards
- Perform multiple physical tasks simultaneously
- Drive vehicles including automobile and van
- Speak clearly
- Hear and understand speech and radio transmissions
- Lift to 50 pounds

**FACTOR 7 - WORK ENVIRONMENT**:

- This position has primary direction and control of detainees placed in our facility.
- The Correctional Officer must possess a professional work ethic and work well under pressure in a security environment
- Working conditions may be stressful to some individuals

**Training and Experience**:
As stated in "Qualifications" above



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