Correctional Officer

Summary

Provides security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting. Duties include: - Maintain control in inmate dorms, cafeteria, work sites and surrounding areas. - Instruct and direct inmates assigned to various work details. - Maintain and report inmate count and daily logs; prepare and submit miscellaneous reports. - Maintain surveillance and search for contraband. - Maintain and inspect building for cleanliness and sanitation; requisition and direct issuance of supplies, tools and equipment; maintain inventory of equipment. - Escort visitors and civilian employees through assigned facility. - Ensure that inmates receive prescribed treatment including medical and behavioral prescriptions. - Control gate tower or other special post. - Make prescribed security inspections and searches of specified buildings, building contents, grounds, vehicles and people and take necessary action. - Maintain and operate security devices in a security setting, such as gates and doors, weapons and mechanical devices. - Instruct and counsel officers concerning duty requirements. - Investigate inmate/resident complaints and take appropriate action. - Serve as backup for any dorm/building dispute requiring assistance and crisis intervention; make reports to appropriate personnel.

Job Description

Provides security, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting. Duties include: - Maintain control in inmate dorms, cafeteria, work sites and surrounding areas. - Instruct and direct inmates assigned to various work details. - Maintain and report inmate count and daily logs; prepare and submit miscellaneous reports. - Maintain surveillance and search for contraband. - Maintain and inspect building for cleanliness and sanitation; requisition and direct issuance of supplies, tools and equipment; maintain inventory of equipment. - Escort visitors and civilian employees through assigned facility. - Ensure that inmates receive prescribed treatment including medical and behavioral prescriptions. - Control gate tower or other special post. - Make prescribed security inspections and searches of specified buildings, building contents, grounds, vehicles and people and take necessary action. - Maintain and operate security devices in a security setting, such as gates and doors, weapons and mechanical devices. - Instruct and counsel officers concerning duty requirements. - Investigate inmate/resident complaints and take appropriate action. - Serve as backup for any dorm/building dispute requiring assistance and crisis intervention; make reports to appropriate personnel.