Juvenile Detention Officer - 111717 - 00216

The purpose of this classification is to perform security work associated with maintaining the safety, security and welfare of detainees at the Juvenile Detention Center. Duties and responsibilities include enforcing facility rules and regulations, processing incoming detainees, monitoring activities and behavior of detainees, coordinating provision of food, medical care and supplies for detainees, providing courtroom and courthouse security, transporting detainees, preparing documentation, maintaining records, and performing other tasks as assigned. Assignment to Juvenile Detention Center reports to Corporal, Detention.

 

Enforces facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; maintains a secure and peaceful environment in the facility.
 
Receives, processes, and books incoming detainees and arrestees; explains facility rules, regulations and procedures; secures personal property; conducts interviews to obtain personal information; completes applicable documentation;  records detainee data in computer system; determines appropriate classification of each detainee; assigns facility housing; issues clothing, bedding and personal hygiene items.
 
Conducts release of detainee per established procedures; completes applicable forms and ensures appropriate approvals.
 
Monitors detainee activities inside the facility on a continual basis; supervises detainee activities in relation to mail, medication, doctor, visitation, telephone, meal, and dental calls; conducts/records periodic population counts of detainees; escorts detainees from one area of the facility to another.
 
Coordinates, monitors, or performs various functions associated with ensuring the health, safety and welfare of detainee, which may include distribution of meals and removal of meal trays, provision of clothing/bedding or other supplies, provision of medical aid/supplies, coordination of visitation and telephone communications, or distribution of mail.
 
Administers medications and first aid per established procedures; responds to detainee requests for other medical attention and determines whether additional medical care may be needed; forwards medical request forms to nurse or other medical personnel.
 
Maintains/assures security of detention facility; serves as housing, booking, and visitation officer; makes rounds of facility and performs periodic security checks; monitors video surveillance equipment; checks locks, alarms, and other security devices; controls door operations; searches detainees, cells, lockers, mail, building, and ground areas to locate/remove contraband and to maintain security; assists in controlling/restraining violent/unruly detainees; assists in conducting searches for escapees.
 
Completes work at assigned work station determined by supervisor.
 
Works hours as scheduled.
 
Supervises and/or performs various routine cleaning/maintenance activities within the detention facility.
 
Maintains logs, records, and reports of all incidents, accidents, population counts, and other activities.
 
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, incident/accident reports, rosters, population counts/reports, booking documentation, personal property records, receipts, or other documents.
 
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, booking documentation, warrants/petitions, medical request forms, visitation requests, detainee medication logs, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, directories, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
 
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, database, or other software programs.
 
Operates a variety of standard and specialized equipment and tools associated with work activities, which may include a motor vehicle, chemical weapons, handcuffs, baton, flashlight, security/alarm system, camera, door control panel, radio/communications equipment, telephone, or general office equipment.
 
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees, detainees, visitors, and other individuals.
 
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.
 
Communicates with staff of adjoining shifts to gather/exchange information on orders, problems, special situations, or other areas requiring attention.
 
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, detainees, law enforcement personnel, court personnel, jurors, attorneys, bonding companies, medical providers, visitors, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
 
Transports detainees to court, medical facilities, other prisons (in or out of county), or law enforcement facilities, or other locations as assigned; monitors behavior and activities of detainees on a continual basis during transport activities.
 
Serves as Court Officer; maintains a security presence in the courtroom to ensure safety, prevent disturbances of court proceedings, and prevent potential violence or use of weapons; maintains continuous surveillance of courtroom; responds to violence, erratic behavior, alarms, or other unusual situations; intervenes in physical confrontations as needed as it pertains to the juvenile detainees.
 
May make fingerprint and photographic records of incoming detainees; may prepare and complete fingerprint cards.
 
Transports documentation, bank deposits, mail, and other materials to their assigned location as needed.
 
May assist or work on hospital duty.
 
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
 
Performs requested administrative duties of answering telephone calls, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, processing incoming/outgoing mail, and other tasks as needed.
 
Conducts assigned errands, such as transporting individuals, transporting legal/court documentation, transporting bank transactions, transporting laboratory materials, or other errands.
 
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
 
Performs other related duties as required.
 

High school diploma or GED; preferred basic jailer certification; supplemented by six months of previous experience. Must be 22 years of age.  Must obtain and maintain Basic Jail Certification by attending and passing required in-service training, Chemical Weapons Certification, and CPR Certification.  Assignment to transportation duties requires possession and maintenance of a valid Tennessee driver's license and proof of insurance.  Requires ability to pass Physical Agility test, drug and alcohol screening.  Must possess and maintain a valid Tennessee driver's license.