Lead Detention Officer

This work involves the supervision and performance of duties in the booking and detention of prisoners at the Omaha Tribal Law Enforcement on a given shift. The incumbent works independently on an assigned shift and exercises independent judgment when dealing with problems or special situations.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the corrections supervisor in administering and coordinating all administrative functions of the Detention Facility in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Ensures that all remaining requirements are met in a timely manner.
• Prepares written reports of program activities and accomplishments upon request.
• Maintains the relationship between the O.T.P.S.C. Detention facility and other agencies providing programs and services to the jail.
• Initiates and maintains Memorandums of Agreement between the Jail and those entities handling multi-problem issues.
• Meets with Management and constituents to solicit their ideas, discuss Programs, and encourage their support; confers with leaders of other governments to solve mutual problems.
• Assists with administering Programs and services in accordance with Tribal laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Delegates authority concerning allocations and use of resources (manpower, facilities, supplies, and materials) while maintaining internal control of Programs and activities in a manner which will best benefit the Tribe and Tribal membership.
• Assists with developing and revising policies, rules, and procedures to carry out operations; organizes work into manageable units, and allocates resources—funds, staff, facilities, equipment, and materials.
• Discusses proposed final plans with the Police Captain and Chief Tribal Officer and makes modifications as necessary for approval by the Tribal Council.
• Continually evaluates current plans and operations of each subordinate unit within the Jail to determine their efficiency and effectiveness in meeting requirements and providing services.
• Determines the general nature and scope of changes required for more effective operations; evaluates existing plans, policies, and procedures.
• Initiates studies and evaluates needs within the broad framework outlined by the O.T.P.S.C.
• Assists with determining resource needs and allocates resources for successful accomplishments of objectives.
• Plans future development or expansion of Detention facilities services and procures additional funding by accessing a variety of sources.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records and accounting of prisoners and their personal effects.
• Trains subordinates in the rules, regulations, and procedures affecting their duties.
• Completes standardized report forms and composes concise summaries of information.
• Schedules and supervises an assigned staff.
• Determines whether a prisoner needs medical attention.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; A.A. Degree preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possess Federal Law Enforcement Training Center OR State of Nebraska Certification.
• Possess licenses and ability to utilize various specialized weapons for police work.
• Possess valid Nebraska Driver’s license and be insurable by Tribal insurance.
• Possess or pass test for Valid Standard First Aid Certification.
• Required to attend and complete Jail Management Training within one (1) year of hire.
• Must be able to pass a Drug and Alcohol test.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the standard operating procedure of the Detention Center and the laws, rules, and ordinances affecting its operations.
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures used for the inventory of supplies.
• Ability to view security screens and detention cells to monitor prisoner activity.
• Ability to pass Jail Management training.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records and accounting of prisoners and their personal effects.
• Ability to train subordinates in the rules, regulations, and procedures affecting their duties.
• Knowledge of Tribal Government structure, laws, policies, procedures, processes, and cultural morals.
• Knowledge of BIA and other Federal Programs specifically for Indians as well as those in which the Tribe could participate.
• Ability to schedule and supervise an assigned staff.
• Ability to determine whether a prisoner needs medical attention.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to assist others in carrying prisoners.
• Ability to retain composure when dealing with violent and hostile prisoners.
• Ability to control violent prisoners and place them in cells through the use of arm holds, hand holds, or other restraint techniques and assist others with restraint procedures.
• Knowledge of self-defense and prisoner control methods.