Corrections Officer

Benefit Information:Progressive work environment: tattoos and facial hair allowed (within policy).Yearly bonus for graduate degrees.Tuition Reimbursement.Training opportunities.Benefits package includes: Medical, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, and employee wellness program incentive.A candidate with prior experience may be placed into any pay step at the sole discretion of the Sheriff.PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who have previously applied must wait at least one year from their most recent interview to be eligible for re-interview.ResponsibilitiesIncumbent is responsible for managing, directing, and controlling the behavior of residents in compliance with work rules and guidelines. Incumbent reports to the Shift Sergeant.Completion of a secondary education or equivalent. Must have a valid Ohio driver's license and a clean criminal record. Successful completion of the Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy in Corrections required, along with specialized training in self‑defense and the use of safety / protective equipment. Must successfully complete certification course in first aid / CPR. Work consists of moderately, relatively standardized tasks and operations requiring application of prescribed procedures and routines. Incumbent is required to quickly react to potentially threatening situations on a regular basis.Supervises residents and controls behaviors in all areas of the jail, including booking, control room, security, housing and visitation;Processes individuals for incarceration, including search for contraband, evaluating status / prior offenses and outstanding warrants, determining if charges are bondable and calculating bond amount if applicable, determining classification of offense and assigning to appropriate areas / housing;Escorts residents to court and records activities and Court orders;Instructs, directs and orientates residents regarding Jail policies and procedures;Supervises personal hygiene and general housekeeping;Completes and maintains daily activity logs, reports of incidents and behavior management reports;Maintains accurate counts of all assigned residents;Investigates and reports findings of problems of residents to ensure the well‑being and security of the residents;Performs inspections of the building such as safety, security, maintenance, and housekeeping are made, and reporting delinquencies to the proper authorities;Executes and enforces the policies and orders of the Jail;Provides protection and security for high risk situations;Files reports on residents for violations;Composes, reviews and files a variety of documentation;Assists the Shift Sergeant in the execution and jail duties and procedures;Serve meals and medication to residents;Assembles residents for movement / transport, including attorney visits, court dates, medical room, recreation, library, church, visitation, mental health visits and probation visits;Prepares necessary forms / paperwork as requested by the Court;Free of alcohol and / or drug dependency.Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V#J-18808-Ljbffr

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