Correctional Officer for Law Enforcement Agency

3 weeks ago


Richmond, Texas, United States Fort Bend County Full time
About the Role

In this rewarding position as a Correctional Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure environment within our facilities. Your responsibilities will include conducting head counts, door checks, and strip searches as needed. You will also be responsible for classifying incoming inmates, fingerprinting, and completing required paperwork.

Key Responsibilities:
  • May be assigned duties in Transport, Utility, Food Service, and Bailiff Department.
  • Conducts head count and door checks on a regular basis.
  • Conducts strip searches as needed.
  • Classifies incoming inmates, fingerprints, and completes required paperwork.
  • Restrains inmates as needed in any confrontation with staff or other inmates.
  • Maintains custody while providing a safe environment.
  • Maintains facility and grounds as assigned.
  • Assists in supervision of recreational activities.
  • Supervises feeding and hygiene activities of inmates.
  • Supervises law library as assigned.
  • Inspects cell visually and recognizes inmates requiring reclassification based upon physical or mental state.
  • Prepares reports as required on activities, incidents, shakedowns, searches, and other functions.
  • Files criminal charges on inmates found to be in violation of penal code laws.
  • Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties.
  • Serves as interpreter for non-English speaking inmates, if bilingual.
  • Logs inmate activities and departmental services to inmates as litigation prevention.
  • Notifies supervisor when criminal activity, contraband, or escape attempts are detected.
  • Recognizes signs of physical abuse and communicates to Medical Officer on duty.
About Us

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to attract and retain talented individuals who share our values and passion for public service.

Requirements:
  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Currently holds or eligible* to hold a Peace Officer License awarded by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). *At time of application must have passed a Basic Police Academy and passed the TCOLE Licensing Exam.
  • One year experience in a law enforcement agency performing peace officer, telecommunication, or correctional officer duties; or two years military service with an honorable discharge; or 30 semester credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 from an accredited college or university.
  • Verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
  • Organizational skills and ability to complete assigned projects in timely manner.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Must maintain all requirements to be licensed as a peace officer under TCOLE rules.
  • When duty assignment is in Detention Bureau, must obtain and maintain correctional officer certification per TCOLE rules (this is not a prerequisite to assignment, may be completed after assignment starts).
  • Must complete a Modified Field Training Officer Program.
About Our Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits. Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal, and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.



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