genesee county sheriff corrections deputy - Flint, United States - Genesee County, Michigan

Description

Union
POAM

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Open Date
2/15/2024

Closed Date
Continuous

Location
Sheriff's Office

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs general security work within the Jail; works under the direction of a sergeant; members of this classification are deputized for specific functions within the Jail only; must be willing to work weekends, holidays and irregular hours; performs related duties as required.

Starting Pay: $ Hourly ($45,488)
After 1st Year: $ Hourly ($47,198)
After 2nd Year: $ Hourly ($50,714)
After 3rd Year: $ Hourly ($54,189)
After 4th Year: $ Hourly ($56,764)
After 5th Year: $ Hourly ($60,182)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate from high school or its equivalent

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must successfully complete written and physical agility tests;
• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and irregular hours;
• No felony convictions, or a misdemeanor;
• Training in CPR and first aid is preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the legal systems as it relates to a County Jail system;
• Ability to write acceptable reports;
• Ability to make decisions under adverse conditions;
• Ability to perform first aid;
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions;
• Ability to communicate with a diverse public;
• Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures;
• Ability to subdue inmates who may be a physical threat;
• Ability to provide backup within the jail in physical confrontations;
• Ability to attend work regularly and work under stressful conditions;
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively and respectfully in a complex, multicultural work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion.

STATEMENT OF TASKS:

• Guards inmates in the Jail in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures;
• Observes conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes;
• Inspects locks, window bars, grills, doors and gates for tampering;
• Searches inmates and cells for contraband;
• Guards and directs inmates during work assignments;
• Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infraction of rules and unsatisfactory behavior of inmates;
• Processes inmates in and out of the jail through the booking area;
• Oversees visitation procedures and enforces visitation regulations;
• Distributes meals, bedding and supplies to inmates;
• Obtains medical aid for inmates if needed;
• Supervises and is responsible for the cleanliness of the Jail;
• Assists in maintaining Jail records.

This position is currently accepting applications.