Correctional Officer Trainee - Davidson County Sheriff's Office

Typical Duties

• Assisting with securing and overseeing care and well-being of inmates
• Monitoring inmate movement within a facility
• Conducting searches of cells, inmates and visitors
• Preparing reports
• Submitting appropriate incident and disciplinary write-ups
• Supervising inmate work assignments
• Overseeing the feeding of inmates
• Providing inmate security at hospitals, courts, and other assigned destinations
• Aiding in inmate processing as needed
• Moving inmates to various locations

Working Environment/Physical Demands

• Work involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress that require a range of safety and other precautions.
• Employee works in a correctional environment that requires physical stamina and exposure to hazardous and stressful situations.
• Employees may be required to work varying shifts and weekends and must be able to defend themselves or others against physical attack.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or state issued GED
• Twenty-one (21) years of age
• An U.S. Citizen
• Valid Driver License may be required for some positions
• Candidates must participate in a Written Examination and Physical Standard Test as part of the qualifying process

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to compile and maintain accurate records and reports
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to physically restrain violent or unruly individuals
• Ability to deal courteously with the public
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to work in a stressful and physically demanding environment