Job description

Position Summary

Performs administrative, clerical, and manual duties associated with the detention of prisoners. Interviews citizens and completes computerized criminal offense reports.

After the closing date we will review your application, if you meet the minimum qualifications and the background standards the HR department will send you an e-mail invitation to take the written test.

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Based on direct years of experience as a Detention Officer, your starting pay rate will be reviewed as such:
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Detention Officer

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Annual

$41,151
$43,157
$45,261
$47,468
$49,781
$52,209
$54,754

Monthly

$3,429.25
$3,596.43
$3,771.71
$3,955.65
$4,148.42
$4,350.73
$4,562.80

Hourly

$19.7841
$20.7486
$21.7599
$22.8211
$23.9332
$25.1004
$26.3239

Essential Functions

• Performs prisoner intake procedures, including risk screening, photography, and

fingerprinting; enters information into computer.

• Handles inventory and release of prisoner property.
• Prepares all bonds for prisoner release.
• Prepares receipts when taking money for municipal court fines.
• Receives phone calls from bonding agencies, prisoners' families, dispatchers, etc;

gIves and receives information according to procedures.

• Logs and controls prisoner movement within the jail; conducts routine safety checks of

prisoners in cells, paying special attention to high-risk or suicidal prisoners; guards
prisoners during interviews; monitors phone use by prisoners at "book-in" and after
arraignment.

• Prepares and forwards affidavits for warrant (including copies of arrest report) to the

court of jurisdiction.

• Attends to physical needs of prisoners; dispenses linens, medication and toiletries;

prepares and serves meals; arranges for medical care and provides for first aid as
needed, completing necessary reports.

• Maintains jail facility; hoses out cells, etc.; requests supplies as needed.
• Receives phone calls and lobby visits from the public; answers questions, gives

accurate information, or refers to the appropriated person.

• Interviews complainants, obtains written statements, and completes computerized

criminal offense reports.

• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• *High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

• *1 year of work experience in a high public contact job.

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REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in

performing assigned tasks.

• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity,

religion, or job type.

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to give and receive routine information accurately.
• Ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic accurately.
• Ability to organize work and set priorities.
• Ability to physically restrain prisoners and call for assistance.
• Ability to work with interruptions under stressful circumstances.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to perform computer data entry and complete report forms.

Skills

• Skill in use of personal computer including Microsoft Office, Open Office or similar word

processing programs, e-mail and the Internet.
Bi-lingual in Spanish, Burmese or Korean preferred.

BACKGROUND STANDARDS: Please read -
https://sites.google.com/a/cityoflewisville.com/employment/files/PD%20BACKGROUND%20Standands.pdf?attredirects=0&d=1

Special Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age by date of hire.
• Must be a US Citizen so will be able to obtain training by TCOLE.
• Must successfully pass a written exam.
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test, physical exam and functional capacity test.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class "C" and good driving record as defined by City policy.
• Must submit to and pass a background check including fingerprint check, polygraph test, and psychological examination.

The City provides a full complement of benefits: Texas Municipal Retirement System, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with a City match into a 401(a), Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long Term Disability Insurance, up to four weeks paid vacation, fifteen days paid sick leave, and nine paid holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,151.00 - $54,754.00 per year

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