Correctional Deputy

Job Description:

Performs correctional work as a correctional deputy in the County's detention center. Work involves learning and practicing the methods and techniques of corrections, and applying the laws and rules of the detention center, to the custody and care of inmates at the center.  The work requires specialized training and is performed under close to general supervision.

Essential Job Functions

Supervises inmates in living areas: controls inmate behavior; enforces rules and regulations including punishments; takes inmate counts; conducts lockdowns and shakedowns; prepares inmates for court; responds to inmate questions and needs; accepts payments, orders and other items for inmates; maintains logs and records.

Controls entry to and exit from secure areas of the center; monitors inmate behavior in areas of the center by direct observation, monitors and radio communication system.

Conducts investigations of reported incidents and illegal activities.

Restrains inmates, using restraints and physical force as necessary.

Responds to medical and other emergencies.  Responsible for body fluid specimens.

Enters data and inmate information into computer information systems, and looks up and retrieves information as necessary; records observations and writes incident reports.

Transports and/or escorts inmates within the center and to and from locations outside the center.

Conducts pat downs and strip searches.

Performs initial classification duties: interviews inmates to determine security risk and special needs.

Processes new inmates into the center; takes and stores inmate clothing and personal belongings; issues center clothing, bedding and hygiene materials, and accounts for inmate money.

Ensures and is responsible for the cleanliness, sanitation and safety of the work area.  Collects, washes, and distributes inmate linens and laundry

Other Duties

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)

Knowledge of--

• Role and responsibilities of corrections in the community.

Ability to--

• Interpret and enforce rules and regulations with firmness, tack and impartiality.

• Exercise good judgment in taking actions.

• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with inmates.

• Control individual and groups of inmates.

• Communicate effectively with inmates.

• Deal effectively with the public.

• Read and interpret written material and correctly follow written and oral directions.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)

Training and/or Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Graduation from an approved Criminal Justice Training Academy within the first year of employment.

Experience:

None

Licenses or Certificates:

Valid driver's license.

Certification in first aid and CPR within first year of employment.

Special Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age at time of appointment.

Operation of County owned vehicle.

Subject to background investigation and Public Safety testing.

Must be qualified with departmental handgun and shotgun.

A pre-employment and annual tuberculosis screening will be required.

Subject to the mandates of the Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 and all other Federal and State requirements.

Must successfully serve a one-year probationary period.

Physical Demands:

The work requires very strenuous physical effort to perform heavy manual work, unaided lifting of objects over 100 pounds, and to physically control others.

Unusual Demands:

Workers are exposed to hazards of dealing with violent inmates and also to inmates with potentially contagious diseases.

Required to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts to provide 24/7 coverage.

Subject to call in or to remain on the job with short notice for emergencies.

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Compensation Steps:

Grade CD1 - $25.56 - $27.29/hour

Sheriff's Office - Detention Center

Position Closing Date: Continuous

Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.

Accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities upon reasonable notice. County application required.