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Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office -- Careers
| Job Title: |
Detention Officer |
| Department: |
Sheriff |
| Address |
201 N. Shartel |
| Supervisor |
Major Jack Herron |
| Location |
Oklahoma County Sheriffs Office |
| Phone |
(405) 713-2040 |
| Fax |
(405) 713-1022 |
| E-mail |
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| Job Description |
Seeking individuals who will be responsible for supervising, observing, moving, booking, searching, and processing inmates in the Oklahoma County Detention Center in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: May include the following. Other duties may be assigned. **Supervises the security and conduct of inmates in cells, during group meetings, meals, bathing, at recreation, during visitations, and on work and other assignments. **Observes the conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes. **Escorts inmates to places within and outside of the Detention Center, including courts, visiting rooms, and medical offices. **Keeps daily log of inmate activities. **Books inmates into detention facilities, following established procedures. **Issues clothing and supplies to inmates. **Serves meals to inmates. **Completes and records bail transactions and agreements. **Processes inmate discharges and transfers. **Receives, maintains, and accounts for inmates' personal property. **Visually and physically searches inmates and their quarters for illegal items, such as weapons or drugs. **Inspects cells and other areas for cleanliness, fire hazards, or evidence of rules being broken as well as directs the cleaning activities of inmates for maintenance of sanitation, orderliness, and safety. **Inspects locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering. **Assigns, supervises, and directs inmates during work assignments. **Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infraction of rules, and unsatisfactory attitude or adjustment of prisoners. **Assists in suppressing and controlling problems that might occur. **Reports observations to superior. **Participates in programs designed to prepare inmates for release. **Screens and directs visitors to facility. **Screens incoming mail for prohibited items. **Prepares written reports concerning incidences of inmate disturbances or injuries. **Supervisory Responsibilities: Position will supervise and direct the work of inmates, inmate activities, and supervise various clerical staff personnel. A OKLAHOMA COUNTY APPLICATION ALONG WITH A RECORDS BACKGROUND CHECK RELEASE FORM IS REQUIRED AND MAY BE COMPLETED AT THE OKLAHOMA COUNTY DETENTION CENTER , 201 N. Shartel, OKC, OK 73102. |
| Experience |
Related experience in law enforcement is highly desirable. Proficiency in computers, or ability to quickly learn various computer applications, is a must. Proficiency in other languages will be considered a plus. |
| Education |
Must submit a high school diploma, high school transcript, or general education degree (GED). EOE: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER |
| Number of Openings |
35 |
| Salary Info |
$2142.00 per month |
| Hours per Week |
40 |
| Work Days |
Varies |
| Work Hours |
Varies |
| How to Apply |
In-person, or Call for Appointment |
| Close Date |
1/31/2010 |
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