Corrections Officer Sergeant
Location: Montgomery, Alabama
Description: City of Montgomery, AL is currently interviewing Corrections Officer Sergeant right now, this position will be placed in Alabama. For complete informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. The fundamental reason this classification exists is to supervise corrections officers engaged in the security and control of inmates in the Montgomery County Detention Faci! lity. As first line supervisors, sergeants may be required on occasion to perform tasks typically performed by officers or performed by lieutenants. Sergeants spend the majority of their time performing the following essential functions: ensuring the safety of staff and inmates, supervising officers, processing inmates for release, and operating the central control booth. In addition, sergeants will also perform the following essential functions to a lesser degree: supervising inmate actions and movement, booking inmates, performing intake duties, and performing administrative duties. Work is performed under the supervision of a Corrections Officer Lieutenant. The work of a sergeant differs from that of an officer in that a sergeant has supervisory authority, and the work of a sergeant differs from that of a lieutenant in that a lieutenant has responsibility for an entire shift. Work involves regular exposure to unpredictable conditions which may arise in a correctional ins! titution. Essential Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The followi! ng list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned. A person with a disability which is covered by the ADA must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions is to be used as a starting point to determine essential functions for a specific position at a specific location at a specific time. The ADA was intended to be applied on a case-by-case basis with the understanding that one position may differ from another similar position. The performance of non-essential functions is not optional for employees not covered under the ADA.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Ensures the safety of staff and inmates by conducting safety and security inspections and responding to volatile situations using inspection forms and reports, tasers and mace, physical exertion to restrain inmates, and defensive techniques to p! rotect self and others following facility policies and procedures in order to prevent lawsuit and injury.
Responds to emergency situations (code calls) such as fights, riots, escapes, fires, disturbances, and natural disasters in accordance with established policies and procedures, guidelines, rules and regulations.
Ensures cell block totals are accurate in computer to ensure that all inmates are accounted for at all times.
Observes inmate movement and behavior using television monitors in central control in order to ensure that officers and civilian staff are in a safe and secure environment free from improper inmate behavior.
Responds to and resolves problems on the facility floors following facility policies and procedures.
Completes incident and offense report in order to document situations and incidents that occur in the facility.
Reviews inspection/search forms and ensures that work orders are completed to repair/maintain facility propert! y.
Supervises or conducts searches and inspections, reports finding! s, and addresses or responds to findings in accordance with appropriate policies, procedures and guidelines.
Conducts and documents findings for walk-thrus in order to document and address maintenance needs, security hazards, etc.
Reviews and follows up on requests for equipment/building repair and maintenance in order to ensure that the building and equipment are functional when needed.
Conducts and documents fire drills for facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Supervises officers during a shift using television monitors, radios and other instruments following the facility policies and procedures in order to ensure that tasks are performed correctly by officers.
Reviews all computer entries made by officers related to intake, release, etc. in order to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Reviews all paperwork completed by officers such as incident reports and the reports and documents related to intake, release, etc. to ensure that the paperw! ork is accurate and complete.
Observes performance of subordinates for appearance, work techniques, and demeanor in person and via video monitors to ensure work responsibilities are accomplished and completed according to facility policies and procedures and to identify and correct performance problems.
Contacts officers periodically by radio to ensure that officers are in correct area and that the area is secure.
Responds to requests for information or questions from subordinate personnel.
Reviews logs from previous shifts to gain an understanding of what tasks have been performed by the previous shift, what situations may have occurred on the previous shift, and what tasks need to be performed by the current shift.
Assigns officers to posts/tasks for the shift in muster.
Meets with subordinates concerning performance problems that may or may not become formal grievances and attempts to resolve them utilizing the chain of command.
Provides train! ing to assigned personnel by demonstration and discussion or delegates ! training responsibilities to a subordinate to ensure that employees understand their responsibilities and are able to competently perform their assigned tasks.
Consults with superiors to get advice on handling subordinates' performance problems (e.g., attendance, drop in performance effectiveness, personal problems).
Issues verbal and written warnings to officers for improper work behaviors.
Documents breaks for officers and civilian personnel.
Prepares payroll for shift using the computer.
Resolves conflicts between staff members.
Writes memos of reprimand documenting performance problems, consequences, and recommendations for improvement.
Directs subordinates to resources for professional help concerning job-related or personal problems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Operates the Central Control Booth using a control panel, video monitors and electronic fire and security alarms in order to limit and monitor the movement of individuals wit! hin the facility and to serve as the central monitor of doors, alarms, radio communication, etc.
Ensures that all doors are locked, fire alarm system, cameras and monitors are in working order and that all keys and radios have been checked in by prior shift.
Observes video cameras to view the perimeter of the jail, the main doors of the jail, elevators, recreation areas, delivery area, parking area, chapel, and library to monitor inmates and identify unusual activities.
Keeps a log of shift occurrences in order to notify later shifts of the activities of the shift and to document the comings and goings within the facility.
Opens and closes doors to control traffic to and from secured areas, to ensure that the facility's perimeter is secure at all times, and to override other door operations during an emergency.
Observes inmates in areas surrounding the central control booth who are waiting to be transported to court, waiting to see a lawyer or bonds! man, or waiting to leave for work release.
Operates the intercom sy! stem to make general pages (e.g., page an individual or provide information such as counts being cleared), make announcements, and announce codes.
Monitors fire alarm system panel to ensure the safety of the facility inmates and staff from the possibility of a fire.
Directs rovers to different locations over the intercom and radio.
Issues emergency codes throughout the facility using intercom.
Issues all keys to incoming staff ensuring that all log books are kept up to date.
Responds to fire alarms by silencing the alarm, overriding the elevator, announcing the location of the fire over the intercom, notifying booking, and calling the fire department to reset the alarm.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Processes inmates to be released from facility including verifying release orders, collecting items issued to inmates and reissuing inmate personal property following facility policies and procedures in order to ensure that accurate records are maintain! ed, that inmates' rights are protected and that county property is accounted for.
Determines inmate's background using NCIC in order to ensure that the inmate has no outstanding warrants.
Obtains inmates fingerprints to ensure match and to determine if any issues have occurred since the inmate entered the facility.
Compares court release orders to intake records to ensure charges match and calls judge's office to verify court orders.
Verifies bail bond amounts, procedures, or special instructions from judges.
Processes property bonds by reviewing tax assessment sheets, verifying that property is viable for bond, and obtaining signatures.
Processes bonds posted by bonding company by reviewing assurity slips, attaching them to completed bond and obtaining signatures.
Notifies the facility extradition officer to arrange out-of-state extradition.
Contacts law enforcement agencies that have outstanding warrants on inmates to determine if the ! agency wants to receive the inmate and makes arrangements with agency t! o transfer inmate.
Completes bonds and release slips when inmates are released.
Notifies officer/rover to escort inmate to booking/release area after the inmate has been showered, dressed, etc.
Ensures that inmates are transferred to other detention facilities within the state and outside of the state using hand cuffs, leg irons, waist chains and county vehicles, when necessary.
Reviews teletype to determine if out-of-state agency wants to extradite the inmate.
Processes cash bonds made through the court by completing the bond paperwork, sending the individual to the courts to make the cash payment, and receiving the receipt issued by the court back from the individual.
Returns all personal items and obtains signature on release form.
Processes out of county bonds.
Updates inmate counts in computer.
Collects items issued to inmate such as clothing, bedding, and ID bracelet and checks off inventory sheet, as needed.
Reviews extradition! paperwork to ensure that information is correct and to determine when, where, and how an inmate is to be transported.
Issues a disbursement receipt for commissary accounts to exiting inmates using the computer.
Completes a lost/damage property form and forwards to appropriate staff members so that deductions can be made to the inmate's commissary account.
Opens/closes telephone PIN# to activate/deactivate telephone privileges for inmate.
Pulls master file, folder, property, etc. in order to begin release process.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: intake duties using facility computers, instant cameras, cameras, property lockers, envelopes, print cards, facility keys, monitors, and gloves following the facility policies and procedures in order to process the inmate into a facility cell.
Ensures that inmate receives an unclothed body search for weapons or contraband.
Ensures that inmate is escorted to the proper cell.
Ensures that inmate re! ceives a shower, personal hygiene, clothing, and living materials.
! Obtains inmate fingerprints.
Performs DNA swabs and/or alcohol (Drager) testing on inmates.
Obtains inmate picture using a camera.
Issues identification bracelet to inmate in order to ensure proper identification of the inmate.
Itemizes personal belongings and places them in storage.
Itemizes money, enters the amount into a computer and stores in a safe lock box.
Inventories inmate clothing and stores in a secure area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Performs administrative duties using telephones, radios, administrative forms, facility keys, note pads, intercoms, computers, copiers, general office supplies, filing cabinets, hand carts, and county vehicles following the facility policies and procedures in order to document action taken when securing inmates, document jail operations, and ensure the facility operate within policies and procedures.
Reviews all inmate paperwork and corresponding computer entries to ensure that information i! s complete and correct.
Discusses shift occurrences with in-coming shift staff members.
Answers questions from the public via the telephone and in person regarding issues such as inmate status, visitation schedules, complaints, policies, and procedures.
Reads facility rules, procedures, and regulations.
Accompanies witnessing officer to magistrate so that the officer can sign a warrant initiating criminal charges against inmates who have committed crimes within the facility.
Testifies in court.
Attends in-service officer related training.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Supervises inmate actions and movement for transfer, extradition, recreation and other purposes using television monitors, radios and other instruments following facility policies and procedures to ensure that inmates are treated consistently and fairly.
Ensures that all doors are locked, fire alarm system, cameras and monitors are in working order and that all keys and r! adios have been checked in by prior shift.
Observes video cameras t! o view the perimeter of the jail, the main doors of the jail, elevators, recreation areas, delivery area, parking area, chapel, and library to monitor inmates and identify unusual activities.
Keeps a log of shift occurrences in order to notify later shifts of the activities of the shift and to document the comings and goings within the facility.
Opens and closes doors to control traffic to and from secured areas, to ensure that the facility's perimeter is secure at all times, and to override other door operations during an emergency.
Observes inmates in areas surrounding the central control booth who are waiting to be transported to court, waiting to see a lawyer or bondsman, or waiting to leave for work release.
Operates the intercom system to make general pages (e.g., page an individual or provide information such as counts being cleared), make announcements, and announce codes.
Monitors fire alarm system panel to ensure the safety of the facility inma! tes and staff from the possibility of a fire.
Directs rovers to different locations over the intercom and radio.
Issues emergency codes throughout the facility using intercom.
Issues all keys incoming staff and radios to inmate program leaders ensuring that all log books are kept up to date.
Responds to fire alarms by silencing the alarm, overriding the elevator, announcing the location of the fire over the intercom, notifying booking, and calling the fire department to reset the alarm.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Books inmates using facility computers, booking forms, booking board, property lockers, envelopes, print cards, monitors, and gloves following the facility policies and procedures in order to initially process the inmate and record the charges against the inmate.
Exchanges information with arresting law enforcement officers or the courts in order to clarify information surrounding inmate charges or case numbers.
Logs informatio! n on key log, officer break log, radio log, and security log.
Ensur! es that all paperwork such as booking forms and court documents for inmate is correct and complete.
Enters personal information into a computer database, ensuring that all information is entered correctly.
Calls dispatcher to send teletypes to other law enforcement agencies who have outstanding warrants on inmates to verify that the warrant is still active and that the agency will extradite.
Observes incoming inmates' behavior in holding cells to identify unusual, inappropriate, or potentially suicidal behavior.
Contacts appropriate agency (fire department, security company, EMT) in the event of an emergency that requires the agency's assistance.
Assigns inmate to a cell ensuring that the inmate is added to the computer.
Reviews forms such as the booking sheet, medical form, enemy form, visitation card, etc. to collect demographic, identification, and health information and to determine how to classify the inmate.
Determines how an inmate should ! be classified based on the demographic and medical information collected from the inmate.
Performs pat search of arriving inmates for weapons and contraband and removes the inmate's personal property from his or her possession.
Requests that a facility nurse perform a general evaluation of inmate injuries to determine if individual needs medical treatment.
Informs inmates of charges, bond amounts, courts they must appear in, and administrative "holds" placed on them from other law enforcement jurisdictions.
Pulls existing file for inmates that have previously been in the jail facility or creates a new file for first time inmates.
Inventories personal property, places into inventory envelope, and has individual sign the inventory envelope.
Observes inmates placing their currency into the ATM.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of safety and security procedures such as body search procedures, inspection procedures, cell search procedures, an! d emergency evacuation procedures as needed to ensure the safety of sta! ff and inmates.
Knowledge of facility layout to include north and south directions and location of emergency exits, control booths, sally ports, medical facilities, authorized inmate areas, mezzanine area, stairways, booking area, property room, laundry, kitchen, and release area as needed to respond to codes, escort inmates to specified locations, report to work stations and implement emergency evacuation procedures.
Knowledge of Montgomery County Detention Facility policies and procedures regarding issues such as booking and intake, communications, contraband control, hazardous materials, inmate classification, booth control duties, fingerprinting, inmate release, inmate restraint, riot control, rover duties, and suicide watch as needed to perform duties and ensure that the duties of subordinates are performed according to policy.
Knowledge of the Montgomery County Detention Facility organizational structure to include avenues of authorization a! nd the responsibilities of units, the chain of command, sections or areas as needed to instruct inmates on proper procedures, refer questions or problems to other officers in the facility, and seek additional information.
Knowledge of sexual harassment laws as needed to ensure work activities are performed uniformly and in compliance with federal laws and to avoid situations that may be construed as harassment.
Knowledge of human behavior to include signs of hostility, depression, anxiety, psychotic behavior, deception, and distinguishing normal from abnormal behavior as needed to recognize behavior that may escalate into a dangerous situation, identify inmates who may need to be watched to prevent suicide, and effectively interact with inmates.
Knowledge of inmate rules and regulations as found in the Inmate Handbook to include prohibited acts, disciplinary actions, how to locate and reference information in the handbook, inmate privileges, and i! nmate rights as needed to encourage inmate compliance with facility pol! icies and ensure inmates' rights are not violated.
Knowledge of specific charges and corresponding court (district, circuit, juvenile court, and domestic relations) handling type of charge in order to complete reports, look up court dates, and complete bonds.
Knowledge of English grammar to include proper sentence structure, pronunciation and spelling, and punctuation as needed to communicate ideas, opinions, and recommendations to others.
Knowledge of facility forms such as the daily log sheet, medical forms, visitation card, commissary slips, and incident report form to include completing and routing procedures and proper authorization as needed to document work activities and facility operations, exchange information with others in the facility, and document disciplinary incidents.
Knowledge of disciplinary and grievance procedures to include hearing infractions, forms, penalties, and when to implement as needed to encourage compliance! with facility policy and correct inappropriate behavior.
Knowledge of inmate services such as visitation, recreation, food service, medical service, and mail services to include their procedures for operation as needed to respond to inmate questions and participate in the provision of services.
Knowledge of the personnel policies and procedures as found in the Employee Handbook involving areas such as payroll procedures, leave time, employee benefits, and the disability act to include accepted interpretation and how to locate and reference information as needed to ensure employee rights are not violated, ensure employees are compensated correctly for work performed, initiate disciplinary actions against subordinates, and ensure leave time taken according to policies and procedures.
Knowledge of National Crime Information Center (NCIC) procedures as needed to access criminal history information and check the status of inmates.
Knowledge o! f alcohol (Drager) testing procedures as needed to administer alcohol t! esting to inmates.
Skill in defensive tactics such as arm locks, pressure points, and take-downs as needed to control and restrain physically violent inmates.
Skill in fingerprinting techniques such as finger rolling techniques and hand holding techniques as needed to obtain clear and accurate fingerprints of inmates or job applicants.
Skill in interviewing individuals to include forming relevant questions and probing for details as needed to obtain information from job-applicants during interviews and seek additional information from officers or inmates surrounding a particular incident.
Ability to listen to details as needed to document and investigate incidents, capture important information being communicated between the shifts, gain information from officers about inmates, and understand and carry out assigned duties.
Ability to add and subtract as needed to calculate the number of inmates.
Ability to function under! stress to include maintaining one's composure, controlling one's emotions or temper, and making a decision on insufficient or conflicting information as needed to respond constructively when inmates are verbally abusive, make effective decisions when inmates are being disruptive, and communicate and interact effectively with co-workers, superiors, and inmates.
Ability to follow orally communicated instructions and orders.
Ability to follow written instructions and orders.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously as needed to increase the efficiency of work tasks and monitor inmate behavior while completing other tasks.
Ability to learn from past experience as needed to minimize the potential for repeating errors or problems.
Ability to listen and respond in a way that does not further aggravate a situation.
Ability to read and comprehend various documents such as bonds, extradition papers, tax assessment sheets, ! log books, court dockets, policies, correspondence, and forms as needed! to ensure that work activities are accomplished and performed correctly.
Ability to adjust written communication to fit the needs and understanding of the audience as needed to ensure that the audience receives and understands the intended message.
Ability to counsel individuals to include the ability to provide constructive feedback, listen to other points of view, and display empathy and compassion as needed to inform individuals when they are in violation of facility policies and procedures, and assist inmates or officers in resolving professional problems.
Ability to instruct and give orders to include the ability to use tact and give instructions clearly and concisely as needed to motivate others to learn or comply with facility policies and procedures.
Ability to interact with others to include courtesy, tact and diplomacy as needed to provide/gather information, assign and follow up on work duties, and establish effective working ! relationships.
Ability to provide verbal and written information clearly and concisely to include staying on the subject, paraphrasing information, using analogies as needed to relate subject to the listener in a way that they understand.
Ability to understand the ramifications or possible impact of decisions as needed to determine the best course of action.
Ability to use specialized equipment such as touch screen control panels to include operating procedures, preventive maintenance and the capabilities and limitations of each as needed to make copies, open and close doors, take fingerprints and pictures, locate contraband, and exchange written information.
Ability to use standard Corrections Officer equipment such as handcuffs, flashlights, keys, radios, leg irons, telephones, intercoms, restraints, and straight jackets and helmets to include operating procedures, preventive maintenance, when to use, and the capabilities and limitation! s of each as needed to search cells, unlock doors, control contraband, ! restrain physically violent inmates, control inmate movement and behavior, control TVs, and communicate with officers and inmates.
Ability to operate a computer to include the ability to access programs and passwords; use keyboard commands; enter, delete or correct data; and print reports as needed to ensure accurate inmate and facility information is entered into the facility computer system.
Ability to apply policies and procedures in the same manner to all persons and situations.
Ability to assess verbal and non-verbal cues as needed to determine whether information has been communicated clearly and is understood by recipients.
Ability to judge when to refer a decision to a superior and when supervisory approval is necessary before decisions are implemented.
Ability to model the appropriate performance of tasks as needed to teach officers how to perform tasks.
Ability to project an appropriate demeanor to include eye ! contact, body language, and tone of voice as needed to encourage open communications and present the appropriate attitude to others.
Ability to retain, in memory, information until
given the opportunity to record the information in writing.
Ability to verbally present information using appropriate tone, delivery style, volume, pace, and non-verbal gestures as needed to ensure the listener's attention and understanding.
Ability to establish priorities, set deadlines, and develop work schedules and guidelines for completion of projects.
Ability to evaluate the performance of subordinates as needed to ensure that tasks are performed and performed correctly.
Ability to assign tasks to include evaluating if tasks are performed correctly as needed to ensure effective delegation of work responsibility and ensure completion of tasks.
Ability to communicate thoughts and ideas in a logical, cohesive, and comprehensible manner ! as needed to form relevant questions and gather and provide necessary i! nformation.
Ability to communicate accurate information as needed to ensure that tasks are performed properly and to ensure that documentation accurately reflects a situation, occurrence, etc.
Ability to encourage open communication with others as needed to obtain information and appear interested in the individual.
Ability to identify and choose appropriate decisions from a variety of alternate choices as needed to settle inmate disputes, prioritize work duties, and determine appropriate actions to take in situations.
Ability to state and explain policies, procedures and problems in such a way as to enlist support, compliance and acceptance by inmates.
Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data and information from multiple sources such as laws, correspondence, policies, interviews, and observations as needed to conduct investigations and resolve discrepancies and inmate problems.
Ability to include the proper amoun! t of detail in documentation as needed to ensure that all necessary information is provided to reader.
Ability to communicate in a style and tone that is appropriate for the listener or audience as needed to communicate technical concepts and information in non-technical/lay terms.
Ability to identify the patterns and trends associated with problems as needed to anticipate the actions that are necessary to prevent a crisis in stressful situations.
Ability to identify potential problems and detect errors in facts and information as needed to resolve problems and errors.
Ability to operate fire emergency equipment such as breathing apparatus and fire extinguishers to include the ability to locate and operate and the capabilities and limitations of each as needed to extinguish small fires and prevent smoke inhalation.
Ability to consider different options to resolve a problem and their consequences as needed to ensure that the best ! possible decision is made and that the consequences of the decision are! fully understood.
Ability to interact with individuals from varying socio-economic and cultural backgrounds to include the ability to recognize commonly used slang terms among the inmate population as needed to explain court and law enforcement technical terms to inmates or the general public and encourage or enforce inmate compliance procedures. Minimum Qualifications As of August 22, 2013, all Corrections Officer Corporals in the Montgomery County Detention Facility, who have completed one year of service. Special Requirements WORK ENVIRONMENT: Works within secured facility with inmates of various classifications (i.e., minimum security to maximum security). May be required to physically restrain or subdue inmates. May be required to inspect perimeter and facility which involves moving from floor to floor using elevators and/or stairs, entering control booths via staircase, etc. Required to work twelve hour shifts.
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