Cumberland County Detention Center Detention Officer
Job description
Under general supervision, applicant will be properly trained to perform duties to in-take, process, monitor, feed and transport inmates for the purpose of ensuring their safety, security and accountability while incarcerated in the jail. As directed by their supervisor/manager, this employee is also expected to perform other tasks as required.
- Receives and releases detainees and inmates from the Booking and Release unit.
- Assists in the visitation process either virtually with relatives or in person visits with attorneys and court officials.
- Escorts inmates to visitation rooms.
- Performs security checks ensuring the safety, security and accountability of inmates and staff; maintains a high level of visibility.
- Directs inmate behavior to maintain orderly conduct and prevent altercations.
- Delivers and inspects incoming and outgoing mail; distributes medication, personal hygiene items, meals, linens, clothing, mail, and other items to detainees and inmates.
- Checks on intoxicated and other inmates in special medical or mental conditions
- Prepares inmates for court.
- Supervises inmates in the cleaning of cells, service of food, cleaning of kitchens, and laundry.
- Maintains accurate and detailed records on work and inmate activities.
- Prepares inmates for transportation to court, medical, mental health, and other types of necessary trips.
- Assists the canteen in the distribution of supplies to detainees and inmates.
- Observes detention center monitors and computer videos to ensure safety and security.
- Operates radio to effectively communicate with other staff; conducts contraband searches on inmates, facility, vehicles and cells; inspects all assigned equipment.
- Performs related work as required.
- Be a US Citizen
- Be 20 years of age at the time of appointment
- Live within 40-mile radius of Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
- Have a valid North Carolina driver's license with a good Driving Record
- Have No Serious Criminal History
- Meet or exceed Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive Background Investigation, Physical Abilities Test, Polygraph Examination, Psychological Examination, Medical Examination and Drug Screen
- Attach a copy of the following documents to the completed Application or submit to the Human Resource Office located at the Cumberland County Detention Center 204 Gillespie St. Fayetteville, NC 28301.
- North Carolina Driver's License
- Birth Certificate
- Social Security Card
- Sealed High School Transcripts
- Military DD-214 Member-4 (if applicable)
- Authorization of Release of Personal Information to Cumberland County Sheriff's Office
- Personal History Statement (Application) must be completed to be interviewed.
The Authorization for Release form must be notarized. We are able to notarize your application free of charge and provide photocopies of your documents.
- Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations pertaining to inmate detention.
- Working knowledge of policies and procedures covering inmate security, classification, care, and security.
- Working knowledge of the practices, materials and equipment used in cleaning and maintaining buildings and equipment.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in routine and emergency situations.
- Ability to work in a hazardous and confining environment.
- Ability to deal tactfully and firmly with inmates, law enforcement personnel, and the general public.
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records manually and in a computerized environmen.t
Cumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.
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