Detention Officer

at  Lubbock County

SUMMARY

To maintain the immediate security, care and control of inmates and the Lubbock County Detention Center structure; ensuring compliance with all local policy and procedure and Texas minimum jail standards

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED and must be at least 21 years of age. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. Must be able to communicate effectively with others in writing and verbally. An individual must have the ability to read, write, speak and comprehend the English language.

• Care, custody and control of the inmates.
• Admit and release inmates from the detention center; take fingerprints; remove personal property; conduct searches of inmates including clothing and living space; verify medical information.
• Communication with professionals and the general public regarding inmates.
• Perform security checks and document inmate actions; investigate any suspicious activities.
• Ensure sanitary conditions of the inmates and detention center structure are in compliance with policy and Texas minimum jail standards.
• Distribute supplies, food, medication and other necessities to inmates incarcerated in the detention center.
• Supervise visitations; document all daily activities; report and log all maintenance activities.
• Handle disciplinary problems; restrain violent and suicidal inmates; respond to medical emergencies. contact proper authorities when necessary.
• Serve meals according to detention division policy and procedures and Texas minimum jail standards.
• Create and maintain a variety of records, reports and logs on the computer.
• Maintain supplies and document use and inventory.
• Assist in transporting inmates to court.
• Attend in-service schools and training.
• Other duties as assigned.