Must have thorough knowledge and training of various forms of weapons, drugs and contraband to effectively identify and properly deal with them;• Handles and secures any evidence according to proper process and procedure;• Ensures safety and security of the inmates, visitors and staff members by responding to fire alarms and assisting with evacuations when necessary in accordance with proper process and procedures;• Monitors inmate behavior and activities in a variety of situations, including housing; recreation; work assignments; meals; showers; interactions with other inmates and officers; visitation; and telephone calls;• Responds to back-up calls to control violent and resistive inmates that are using non-lethal and possibly lethal force against other inmates, employees or visitors and gain control of them utilizing the proper use of force and restraint methods;• Accountable daily for keys issued, key control;• Is civilly liable for actions or inactions;• Performs census count at prescribed intervals to determine population and that inmates are accounted for;• Distributes and/or assists in the distribution of medications (in the absence and with approval from medical staff), mail, personal hygiene, and commissary items;• Performs perimeter security checks;• Transports and escorts inmates, as assigned;• Supervises inmate hygiene, including showers, clean clothing, and laundry;• Responds to inmate requests for medical assistance following policies and procedures;• Maintains logs, records, reports, and required documentation;• Investigates incidents occurring within the detention facility, prepares reports, and related court documents, and may testify in court;• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with federal, state, County, and Office statutes, laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, and safety practices. (Must maintain a minimum of forty (40) hours of training bi-annually to maintain POST Certification);• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms;• Operate a motor vehicle;• Maintain, interpret, and produce records, logs, documentation, and reports;• Escort inmates to and from facilities, to and from court, and other appointments;• Deal verbally and/or physically with uncooperative, distraught, mentally ill and hostile inmates;• Use the appropriate amount of force in relation to the inmate resistance or need for force in accordance with proper process and procedure to control resistive, violent and aggressive inmates;• Recognize and respond appropriately to unusual medical, physical, or mental conditions of inmates;• Work independently as well as in teams, including with special response and security teams;• Understand and apply departmental, state, and local law enforcement procedures, policies, rules and regulations;• Analyze situations quickly and objectively, to recognize actual and potential dangers, and to determine proper course of action;• Cope with stressful situations calmly, fairly, tactfully, and with respect for individual rights;• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with inmates, fellow staff members, supervisors, other County employees, the public, and with persons with varied racial, ethnic, or economic backgrounds;• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing and prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports;• Keep immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways to address them;• Respond to citizen requests in a courteous and effective manner;• Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; Make split second decisions during emergency situations.