Detention Officer

5 days ago

Asheville, North Carolina, United States Buncombe County Full time
Job Summary

The Buncombe County Detention Facility is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Detention Officer to join our team. As a Detention Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of detainees in our custody.

Key Responsibilities
  • Admit detainees to the facility, search and process them, and advise them of all facility rules and regulations.
  • Conduct supervision rounds and inspect cells and common areas to ensure cleanliness and sanitation.
  • Coordinate weekly visits for detainees, document detainee movement, and conduct searches of detainees and property for contraband.
  • Supervise detainees during the administration of medicines and sick call by medical staff, and notify medical staff of emergencies.
  • Conduct supervision rounds to ensure the safety and security of the facility.
  • Maintain various forms and complete computer entries to update and document the detainees' file while in custody.
Requirements
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be 21 years of age.
  • Certification as a detention officer within a year, as required by the North Carolina Sheriff's Training and Standards Commission.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
Working Conditions

The Detention Facility is a 24/7 operation, and as such, persons must be able to work various shift assignments, including night shift. Typical shift will be 12 hours with a compensated lunch break.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of practices and procedures involved in detainee management.
  • Knowledge of local laws, ordinances, and the North Carolina General Statutes pertaining to the commitment and confinement of inmates.
  • Ability to maintain discipline and order of detainees.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records.
  • Ability to maintain courteous and tactful relationships with families of detainees, attorneys, ministers, and other persons concerned with the welfare of individual inmates.
  • Ability to take prompt and effective action during detention facility emergencies.
Equal Employment Opportunity

Buncombe County Government is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination. We actively encourage women, minorities, veterans, and disabled employees to apply.

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