Detention Officer

** NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY **

Submit an Official Application at https://www.fayettesheriff.org/DocumentCenter/View/934/NEW-application-2021-update-March-2022_B_

(Open the link in your web browser and download the application to your computer to submit online.)

Review the pre-employment process plus pay incentives at our website:https://www.fayettesheriff.org/181/Fayette-County-Sheriffs-Office-Hiring-Pr

TITLE:Detention Officer

MINIMUM SALARY: $51,079.45

*Pay incentives for experience and select POST certifications. Please view our website for more information*

Full-time position with 12- Hour rotating shifts

Major Duties:

• Ensure the safety and security of jail operations personnel, citizens, and inmates
• Process and supervise inmates, conduct regular headcounts
• Respond to medical and security emergencies
• Patrol the jail facility and grounds
• Assist in the training of new personnel
• Search inmates and seize contraband
• Complete required forms and reports
• Maintain assigned uniforms and equipment
• Present evidence and testimony in court
• Participate in the department training program
• Escort inmates from housing to visitation areas
• Transport inmates to and from court appearances, medical appointments, and other correctional facilities
• Monitor and observe inmates using television monitors and visual observation
• Serve as Central Control Officer as assigned, open and close doors and gates, maintain essential inventory, monitor video cameras
• Serve as Kitchen Officer as assigned, oversee inmate workers
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge Required for the Position:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system
• Knowledge of departmental rules and regulations
• Knowledge of the procedures used in emergency communications
• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports
• Ability to obtain information through interviews, interrogations, and observation
• Ability to operate assigned equipment

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Georgia driver's license
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Georgia Police Standards and Training Council
• No Experience Required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $51,079.45 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• On call

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Georgia Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person