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This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12929183

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a full time non-exempt position. Performs assigned duties to assure efficient and lawful operation of the Detention Center.

The roles, responsibilities, job functions, knowledge, skills and abilities set forth herein may be revised from time-to-time in order to comply with federal and state laws, departmental needs and the changing requirements for this position.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

1. The officers will process incoming and outgoing prisoners.

2. The officers will transport inmates to court, medical appointments and other law enforcement facilities. Transport will be on foot, by auto or if necessary by ambulance. The officers are also responsible for moving inmates to other assigned areas to meet with attorneys, law enforcement officers, and for religious services or Alcoholics Anonymous groups. Officers are responsible for applying appropriate restraints during transport and for maintaining proper supervision.

3. The officers will allow prisoners access to the telephone at specified times to make out-going calls. Prisoners will be allowed access to the Centers library including requested legal materials. This includes accepting written requests for legal assistance and delivering to the Clerk for distribution to attorneys.

4. Maintain a daily log of all activities within the Center including visits by the public, relatives of inmates, attorneys and Court Services personnel.

5. Maintain the safety of the staff and the residents of the facility. All incoming property will be searched for the presence of weapons and contraband. Inspect cells as necessary to search for weapons and contraband.

6. Supervise all inmate visitations from professionals or authorized visitors and conduct searches and log all incoming property intended for prisoners.

7. Contact medical personnel as needed following observation of prisoner health complaints. EMTs or an ambulance may be summoned for emergency situations. Appointments will be made for non-emergency situations. Assure proper medication for prisoner prescribed medications, disperse as directed and keep a log.

8. Distribute prisoner requested writing material and stamp according to policy. Pick up outgoing mail and deliver to the Clerk for mailing or pickup.

9. Maintain cleanliness and order in the facility. Collect trash following meals. Wash laundry from the facility and inmates personal laundry. Disperse personal hygiene items to the prisoners.

10. Maintain personal knowledge of all inmates and assure that they are accounted for and in their proper location.

11. Advise the Food Supervisor of the prisoner count and serve three meals each day. Note any special dietary needs of any prisoner.

12. Act as Deputy Clerk for the District Court by completing bond forms. Serve warrants as needed on prisoners in court or at the Center. Assist Deputies, Dispatchers and Juvenile Attenders with the fulfillment of their duties.

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate: