Community Jail Officer I or II

About the role

The City of Homer, Alaska seeks individuals to serve as JAIL OFFICER I and JAIL OFFICER II in the community jail setting. The positions are responsible for providing security, administering prisoner welfare, representing the city/state at court arraignments, and performing administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• JAIL OFFICER I:
• Insures all prisoners have been properly booked upon admission.
• Maintains prisoner records and ensures incarcerations comply with court orders.
• Searches visitors, packages, cells, prisoners, etc., to maintain security.
• Provides basic first aid and dispenses medications to prisoners.
• Maintains detailed records of all prisoner contact and activities.
• Enforces jail policies and investigates violations.
• Represents the city/state at court arraignments and makes sentencing recommendations.
• Transports prisoners for court appearances, transfers, and medical/dental facilities.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Ensures general cleanliness in the jail.
• JAIL OFFICER II:
• Prepares statistical reports and billings related to the Homer Jail.
• Orders police and jail resources, including office supplies, uniforms, and equipment.
• Controls and accounts for evidence stored in the Evidence Room.
• Trains JAIL OFFICER I's and assists in the administration of the jail.
• Performs additional security and administrative duties as outlined.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien intending to become a citizen.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must not have a felony conviction or misdemeanor of moral turpitude.
• Must have a satisfactory moral character record.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Two years of experience in a correctional or law enforcement setting.
• Knowledge of Alaska Criminal Code and Alaska Administrative Code.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Standard Red Cross first aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned in the job posting.

Pay

The pay range for JAIL OFFICER I is $24.85 - $30.37 per hour.

Schedule

The schedule is a 207(k) with one week on, one week off.