ASST. SHIFT SUPERVISOR

Responsibilities

• In your Sergeant role, you will be responsible for all security and control related functions during your duty shift.
• Your goal is to provide maximum facility coordination in detainee supervision and safety.
• Supervise detainees during mealtime.
• Routinely inspect all security equipment (doors, gates, fences, lighting systems, etc.).
• Ensure all reports written by officers during shift are submitted as required.
• Oversee necessary on-the-job and safety training for officers.
• Supervise perimeter inspection (detecting safety hazards, testing alarm systems, etc.).
• Investigate and report all instances of detainee disturbances.
• Help detainees/inmates who have been injured, ill, or traumatized with prompt and appropriate assistance.
• Work with detainee workers, provide training, and inspect their work.
• Participate in decisions regarding performance ratings, disciplinary actions, and job assignments.
• Conduct regular physical inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Must meet the requirements of being a Correctional Officer.
• One (1) year of experience working in a correctional setting required.
• Must be flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees/inmates and staff, possess a working knowledge of correctional laws, applicable court orders and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
• Must have a proven work history with sound abilities to write communications, documents, policy, court room defenses, contract negotiations, and other required written correspondence.
• Able to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to coordinate staffing requirements for security supervisors and officers.
• Must have completed an approved training program resulting in a certificate of satisfactory completion. Ability to obtain certification for training such as CPR, First Aid and firearms.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

Physical Requirements

• In this position, you will frequently walk and stand.
• You should also be able to occasionally: Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 60 lbs.
• Bend, stoop, reach above shoulder level.
• Drive automatic equipment vehicles.
• Climb, sit, and work in extreme temperatures.

Benefits Information

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account