Correctional Officer

Job DescriptionThe Correctional Officer maintains the safety, security and welfare of inmates, staff and the general public through effective and efficient inmate management and daily maintenance activities.Essential FunctionsPerforms manual and computer booking procedures for inmate admissions and releases, including inmate searches, showering, photographing, fingerprinting, storing of property, etc.Supervises the activities of inmates throughout the Detention Center facility and grounds, enforcing inmate rules and regulations. Conducts formal and informal head counts.Monitors cells during lockdown period; performs cell searches.Inspects housing unit for cleanliness and safety; requests maintenance of inmate facilities and monitors maintenance activities as needed.Monitors the security of the Detention Center and surrounding grounds.Maintains daily shift report logs and ensures all inmate paperwork is complete and accurate.Supervises inmate cleaning and other work detail responsibilities; issues and monitors the use of supplies and equipment.Ensures that all inmates are properly dressed; coordinates inmate activity associated with showers, TV, visitation, use of the telephone, laundry, canteen, meals, attorney meetings, inmate programs, etc.Issues supplies and mail to inmates as needed.Assists medical staff withinmates and distributing medication.If designated as Transportation Officer, will secure and transport inmates to and from court, doctors' offices, hospitals, attorney's offices, funerals, etc.Responds to situations, which pose a threat to inmates, staff or the public.Reviews, processes, and prepares various records and reports including shift reports, inmate request forms, incident reports, warrants, booking reports, search and seizure forms, etc.Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment such as a computer, restraining devices, fingerprint kit, I.D. camera, security control panels, radio, alarm, air pack, etc.Conducts visual and auditory surveillance.Non-Essential FunctionsAttends required periodic training sessions and seminars.Provides court testimony as required.Performs all other related duties as required.Qualifications: Education and Work ExperienceRequires a high school diploma, successful completion of prescribed course of study at the S.C. Criminal Justice Training Academy and possess related certification(s), or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Must possess a valid state driver's license.Physical RequirementsThe physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Frequently required to perform basic physical activities and communicate effectively to carry out essential job duties.Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move and lift 150 lb. objects regularly.Correctable vision sufficient to read monitors, labels, and drive safely.BenefitsSouth Carolina Retirement SystemAnnual LeaveSick LeavePaid HolidaysHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLong-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceHealth Savings AccountHealth Flexible Spending AccountDependent Flexible Spending AccountOnsite Employee Health ClinicOnsite Employee Workout FacilityTuition Reimbursement ProgramSouth Carolina Deferred Compensation ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Supplemental Insurance OptionsDiscounted rates at local fitness facilities#J-18808-Ljbffr

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