DETENTION OFFICER - Sheriff's Office

About the role

This position supervises inmates in Tarrant County Confinement facilities, ensuring their safety and managing their care. It involves responding to emergencies, maintaining cleanliness, and enforcing rules.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency situations and routine drills
• Maintain physical fitness for job duties
• Use reasonable force when necessary
• Supervise inmate feeding and special dietary needs
• Supervise inmate movement and recreational activities
• Distribute mail and hygiene items
• Enforce rules and regulations
• Complete paperwork and produce legal documents
• Attend and complete training required by statute or TCOLE
• Handle volatile situations professionally
• Ensure safety and security of facilities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Must obtain Jailer License within one year
• Valid Texas driver's license
• U.S. Citizenship

Skills

• Good interpersonal and public relations skills
• Ability to understand and apply court orders and policies
• Proficiency in using basic word processing software and County/Jail information systems
• Ability to use defensive tactics including intermediate impact weapons and firearms if required

Knowledge

• Working knowledge of Jail Standards and State statutes
• Working knowledge of applicable County policies and TCSO policies
• Understanding of department organization and functions

Abilities

• Control emotions and focus on professional duties
• Communicate necessary information clearly and calmly
• Create accurate and relevant reports
• Work with diverse populations
• Seek opportunities for personal development
• Listen actively and build positive relationships
• Take appropriate action and accept accountability
• Use appropriate physical force when necessary

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly stand, sit, twist, lift, stoop, walk, run, and climb stairs/ladders
• Exposure to extreme noise, communicable diseases, possible riots, escapes, verbal and physical abuse, and hazardous materials
• Subjected to working under trying conditions during emergencies for extended periods
• May be exposed to household cleaning agents, pesticides, and toxic smoke
• Requires ability to lift 40 lbs, wear an air pack, and partially lift and drag an average weight person of 185 lbs
• Requires ability to use emergency equipment and physically restrain inmates