Detention Officer

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Starting Salary: $20.67-$21.62

This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

About this Position

The Detention Officer I is a jailer job for the Edmond Detention Center. Detention Officers book inmates into the Edmond Detention Center (requiring hands-on contact with inmates), check for drugs or weapons, physically restrain them as needed, and supervise their well-being. Duties also include cleaning, meal prepping, and other tasks as needed to care for inmates.

Shifts are assigned by seniority and are 12-hours long (officers work 3 1/2 days a week). The department requires 24/7 operations, so this role includes working shifts with frequent overtime and shifts on holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• 12 to 18 months of related experience and/or training

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Valid Oklahoma Drivers License and a driving record acceptable to the Citys insurance carrier

Responsibilities

• Monitor inmate behavior and ensure their safety and security
• Process/release inmates from the Detention Center
• Answer telephone calls and take accurate messages for officers
• Dispense personal and cell cleaning equipment
• Search inmates & cells for contraband items
• Ensure the care and maintenance of quarters
• Write medical, incident, and/or activity report(s) on a daily basis
• Complete data entry into software system
• Fingerprint citizens and employees per request
• Participate in required job-related training

Necessary Skills

• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass extensive background process including a polygraph and interview with the Chief of Police
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug, physical, and audio screenings

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Retirement plans
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Sick leave, vacation days, earned time off, paid holidays, and longevity rewards
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to the Police Department, Detention Center, and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

THIS POSTING MAY BE PUBLISHED AND UNPUBLISHED AS NEEDED.

The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant's and/or employee's race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual's membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.