Corrections Officer

Location: 345 Lincoln Ave, Lancaster, OH 43130

About the role

Under direct supervision, oversees and monitors the activities of inmates to ensure the security of the jail facility; may perform other duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors inmates during meals, work, recreation, housekeeping, and visitation
• Distributes meals, medication, mail, and personal items to prisoners
• Escorts inmates to and from secured areas, confinement, and court
• Transports inmates to and from the facility as required
• Conducts routine security checks of jail areas and equipment
• Searches inmates and cell areas
• Conducts inmate head counts
• Handles inmate complaints, requests, and/or difficult situations
• Reports problems or unusual circumstances to superiors
• Assists in the booking and processing of inmates
• Runs records checks and enters inmate information into the computer to generate required reports
• Prepares files on inmates
• Assists in processing the release of inmates from the jail
• Prepares, types, and maintains jail activity reports, daily log, and other related documents
• Operates a control board and electronic doors
• Monitors audio and video equipment to observe inmate activity
• Utilizes an intercom, paging system, and emergency system as necessary
• Attends staff meetings and training sessions as required

Requirements

• Must be a United States Citizen
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• Must have a Social Security card

Skills

• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and written materials
• Ability to maintain accurate records and files
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to perform tasks requiring physical endurance and agility under adverse conditions
• Ability to solve problems and make on-the-spot decisions
• Ability to evaluate reports and statistics
• Ability to maintain order in a potentially hostile environment
• Knowledge of the techniques and related safety practices for overseeing inmates in a controlled environment
• Some basic knowledge of technology and computer applications

Pay

$54,329.60 - $61,131.20 Annually

Schedule

Works an 8-hour shift, in a uniform assignment in the jail, with 2 consecutive days off on either 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, and may be required to work during other than one's assigned shift.