Detention Deputy

Job Title

Performs a variety of tasks by the overseeing of inmates, ensuring they remain in confinement, supervising their care, searching for contraband, and monitoring their security during daily activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for inmate transportation and daily security observation duty

Provides documentation of inmate transfers, incidents, information, and any rule violations

Must remain certified and efficient in firearms, taser, defensive tactics, and jail operations

Responsible for general care and supervising the delivery of meals to the inmates

Ensure all duties are carried out according to all applicable laws, ordinances, and policies of Buchanan County

Responsible for having thorough knowledge of and oversee the rights of inmates

Oversee administering of any medications to inmates, as prescribed by a physician

Supervision of any inmate visitations and communications

Ensure that all proper procedures and documentation are accurately completed for all lawfully arrested individuals

Transport inmates to court in a separate building

May be required to operate office equipment, including but not limited to: copy machine, computer, phone, etc.

Regularly prepare and review documents and polices

Perform all other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

High School diploma required.

Additional Requirements:

Be a citizen of the United States

Be at least 18 years of age

Must be able to become certified in; firearms, taser, defensive tactics, and jail operations

Must possess a valid Missouri operator's license at time of appointment

Must pass a background check - no felony convictions

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications of the FBI and MSHP CJIS Security policies

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Applicants must be able to meet the strenuous physical demands of law enforcement activities, including but not limited to: arresting combative individuals, multiple flights of stairs, and have normal hearing with or without a hearing aid.

Proficient in the use of all issued firearms, impact weapons, chemical munitions, stun devices, etc.

Ability to classify, compute, and tabulate data and information following a prescribed plan requiring the exercise of judgement

Ability to compare, count, differentiate, measure, and sort information when required

Knowledge and use of any internal computerized monitors, security equipment, telephones, intercoms, recording equipment, etc.

Ability to communicate orally and in writing with a variety of Citizens, Government representatives, Attorneys, and County personnel.

Ability to exercise the judgement and decisiveness in situations involving a variety of duties subject to frequent change

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills, organization skills, and handle multiple incidents simultaneously

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Some work in an office setting with a controlled environment. Exposure to highly intense situations. Physical activity includes bending, walking, lifting, standing, running and stooping. Exposure to environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, loud noise, and fumes. May have exposure to blood and other bodily fluids. Visual acuity and color perception a must. Normal hearing ability essential. Occasional intense physical contact with inmates. Physical strength to subdue combative individuals. Must refrain from using tobacco products while on duty.

Employee Behavior and Conduct : County employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner. Employees should respect their colleagues, and extend courtesy to those with whom they come in contact both internally and externally during the performance of their job duties.