Detention Officer Cadet (Entry Level) - Registry

Job Title

Maintain safety and security of inmates, staff and detention facilities, provide custody and control of inmates, preserve order and discipline, and supervise inmates according to Pinal County Sheriff's Office Adult Detention Center (PCSO-ADC) policies and procedures and state and Federal regulations under basic supervision. This is an Entry/Trainee position, which works under close supervision.

The application and any supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. If the question does not apply, mark N/A. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process and your application will be marked as INCOMPLETE.

Eligible applicants will begin employment prior to Academy start date.

This is a registry intended to collect applications for future vacancies containing one or more positions. Eligible applicants might be placed into a registry until a vacant position becomes available. This announcement may be closed as soon as a sufficient number of qualified applicants have applied.

Detention Cadet testing typically occurs every other month. The testing day consists of a physical agility test, a written test, and a preliminary background review. You will need to have the following documents with you on testing day:

• Birth Certificate, Naturalization Papers (Original Document) or Current Passport
• High School Diploma, GED, or transcript with graduation date (Original Document) or higher education certificates/diplomas
• Arizona Driver's License (Original Document)
• Social Security Card (Original Document)
• Credit Report (Original Document) A Complete report is required on a thumb drive (only your score will not be accepted)
• DD 214 Copy Member 4 if discharged from Military or Selective Service Registration (Original Document)
• Vehicle Insurance Card
• 3 years Certified Driving History Record (Original Document)

Failure to bring all documents with you on the testing day may delay in the testing process.

The selection process includes the following steps:

1. Physical Agility Assessment
2. Written Test
3. Preliminary Background Review
4. ESOPH Background
5. Background Review
6. Computerized Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)
7. Command Review
8. Command Interview
9. Official Offer

PCSO DETENTION OFFICER SELECTION GUIDELINES:

• Application
• Drug Use
• Theft or Misappropriation of Property
• Acts Constituting a Felony or any Conviction for Domestic Violence Involving Physical Violence
• Fraud or Misrepresentation
• Driving Record
• Previous Positions Held
• Military Service

Typical Classification Essential Duties

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

• Maintain custody and control of inmates according to policies, procedures, and regulations, perform work within scope of authority and training, and make proper decisions using sound judgment.
• Maintain safety and security of the staff, inmates, and detention facilities, monitor behavior of inmates, promote acceptable attitude and conduct, and perform tasks to maintain integrity and consistency of detention facility operations.
• Supervise inmate activities, maintain continuity and discipline, physically restrain uncooperative and disruptive inmates, intervene to avert fights, assaults, riots, and escapes, and solve problems within scope of authority.
• Provide equal protection and care for all inmates, including nutrition, hygiene, education, court and hospital transport, recreation, laundry, clothing, housing, medical assistance, behavior monitoring, and social interactive discipline.
• Monitor inmates for rule violations and behavioral changes, de-escalate potentially violent situations, and maintain appropriate use-of-force as needed for self-defense, defense of another, and to prevent escape.
• Perform constant inspections and security checks of all PCSO facility areas, conduct head counts and area searches, and assure all areas of the facility are safe, secure, sanitary, and free of contraband.
• Conduct body and cell searches for contraband and inventories, maintain accountability for keys, equipment, tools, and supplies, and account for inmates under direct vision and supervision at all times.
• Report and investigate disciplinary and behavioral issues and violations of inmate housing and facility rules.
• May perform special duties, including Disciplinary Hearing Officer.
• Assure that the facility and equipment are maintained in clean and effective operating order.
• Enforce local, state, and Federal laws and enforce compliance with PCSO post orders and standards.
• Update PCSO files, records, and event logs, maintain appropriate records, and prepare reports as required.
• Work with other state and regional law enforcement agencies on inmate issues.
• Maintain the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the Sheriff's Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.

Must pass a thorough background investigation.

For ACJIS users - Must pass a thorough background investigation and background re-investigation every 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional technical training and certifications may be required at the direction of the Sheriff or Designee.

Additional Information

• This position will have direct inmate contact and will work rotating shifts.
• Must attend and successfully complete an 11 week Detention Officer Academy and a Field Training program.
• Accepting this position will require a TB skin test in the first 10 days of employment and annually thereafter. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications as applicable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Sheriff's Office policies and procedures, and detention Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Knowledge of state and Federal laws, regulations, and statutes governing management of inmates and detention facilities.

Knowledge of behavior patterns of incarcerated persons.

Knowledge of processes, standards, and protocols for booking and releasing inmates.

Knowledge of use-of-force rules.

Knowledge of techniques of inmate control and defensive tactics.

Knowledge of hazardous chemicals and materials, first aid, and CPR.

Knowledge of principles of records management.

Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.

Ability to remain alert at all times and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and in dealing with situations requiring diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment.

Ability to communicate with inmates, mediate difficult situations, and use effective custody and control procedures.

Ability to maintain and safely operate a variety of weapons, impact weapons, handcuffs and waist chains, special locks and keys, chemical agents.

Ability to interact with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

Ability to operate a personal computer and software applications.

Ability to work alternating work schedules, weekends, holidays and be subject to call-out.

Ability to work various (12) hour shifts and be subject to mandatory overtime.

Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Ability to follow and effectively communicate verbal and written

Job Title

Maintain safety and security of inmates, staff and detention facilities, provide custody and control of inmates, preserve order and discipline, and supervise inmates according to Pinal County Sheriff's Office Adult Detention Center (PCSO-ADC) policies and procedures and state and Federal regulations under basic supervision. This is an Entry/Trainee position, which works under close supervision.

The application and any supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. If the question does not apply, mark N/A. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process and your application will be marked as INCOMPLETE.

Eligible applicants will begin employment prior to Academy start date.

This is a registry intended to collect applications for future vacancies containing one or more positions. Eligible applicants might be placed into a registry until a vacant position becomes available. This announcement may be closed as soon as a sufficient number of qualified applicants have applied.

Detention Cadet testing typically occurs every other month. The testing day consists of a physical agility test, a written test, and a preliminary background review. You will need to have the following documents with you on testing day:

• Birth Certificate, Naturalization Papers (Original Document) or Current Passport
• High School Diploma, GED, or transcript with graduation date (Original Document) or higher education certificates/diplomas
• Arizona Driver's License (Original Document)
• Social Security Card (Original Document)
• Credit Report (Original Document) A Complete report is required on a thumb drive (only your score will not be accepted)
• DD 214 Copy Member 4 if discharged from Military or Selective Service Registration (Original Document)
• Vehicle Insurance Card
• 3 years Certified Driving History Record (Original Document)

Failure to bring all documents with you on the testing day may delay in the testing process.

The selection process includes the following steps:

1. Physical Agility Assessment
2. Written Test
3. Preliminary Background Review
4. ESOPH Background
5. Background Review
6. Computerized Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)
7. Command Review
8. Command Interview
9. Official Offer

PCSO DETENTION OFFICER SELECTION GUIDELINES:

• Application
• Drug Use
• Theft or Misappropriation of Property
• Acts Constituting a Felony or any Conviction for Domestic Violence Involving Physical Violence
• Fraud or Misrepresentation
• Driving Record
• Previous Positions Held
• Military Service

Typical Classification Essential Duties

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

• Maintain custody and control of inmates according to policies, procedures, and regulations, perform work within scope of authority and training, and make proper decisions using sound judgment.
• Maintain safety and security of the staff, inmates, and detention facilities, monitor behavior of inmates, promote acceptable attitude and conduct, and perform tasks to maintain integrity and consistency of detention facility operations.
• Supervise inmate activities, maintain continuity and discipline, physically restrain uncooperative and disruptive inmates, intervene to avert fights, assaults, riots, and escapes, and solve problems within scope of authority.
• Provide equal protection and care for all inmates, including nutrition, hygiene, education, court and hospital transport, recreation, laundry, clothing, housing, medical assistance, behavior monitoring, and social interactive discipline.
• Monitor inmates for rule violations and behavioral changes, de-escalate potentially violent situations, and maintain appropriate use-of-force as needed for self-defense, defense of another, and to prevent escape.
• Perform constant inspections and security checks of all PCSO facility areas, conduct head counts and area searches, and assure all areas of the facility are safe, secure, sanitary, and free of contraband.
• Conduct body and cell searches for contraband and inventories, maintain accountability for keys, equipment, tools, and supplies, and account for inmates under direct vision and supervision at all times.
• Report and investigate disciplinary and behavioral issues and violations of inmate housing and facility rules.
• May perform special duties, including Disciplinary Hearing Officer.
• Assure that the facility and equipment are maintained in clean and effective operating order.
• Enforce local, state, and Federal laws and enforce compliance with PCSO post orders and standards.
• Update PCSO files, records, and event logs, maintain appropriate records, and prepare reports as required.
• Work with other state and regional law enforcement agencies on inmate issues.
• Maintain the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the Sheriff's Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.

Must pass a thorough background investigation.

For ACJIS users - Must pass a thorough background investigation and background re-investigation every 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional technical training and certifications may be required at the direction of the Sheriff or Designee.

Additional Information

• This position will have direct inmate contact and will work rotating shifts.
• Must attend and successfully complete an 11 week Detention Officer Academy and a Field Training program.
• Accepting this position will require a TB skin test in the first 10 days of employment and annually thereafter. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications as applicable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Sheriff's Office policies and procedures, and detention Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Knowledge of state and Federal laws, regulations, and statutes governing management of inmates and detention facilities.

Knowledge of behavior patterns of incarcerated persons.

Knowledge of processes, standards, and protocols for booking and releasing inmates.

Knowledge of use-of-force rules.

Knowledge of techniques of inmate control and defensive tactics.

Knowledge of hazardous chemicals and materials, first aid, and CPR.

Knowledge of principles of records management.

Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.

Ability to remain alert at all times and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and in dealing with situations requiring diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment.

Ability to communicate with inmates, mediate difficult situations, and use effective custody and control procedures.

Ability to maintain and safely operate a variety of weapons, impact weapons, handcuffs and waist chains, special locks and keys, chemical agents.

Ability to interact with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

Ability to operate a personal computer and software applications.

Ability to work alternating work schedules, weekends, holidays and be subject to call-out.

Ability to work various (12) hour shifts and be subject to mandatory overtime.

Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Ability to follow and effectively communicate verbal and written

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