CORRECTIONS OFFICER
FULL-TIME
SHERIFF'S OFFICE
AN EXAMPLE OF MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS ARE: Completion of secondary education with training or experience in law enforcement, security, corrections, or equivalent combination; must complete Ohio Basic Corrections Officer Certification and possess valid Ohio vehicle operator's license.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Ohio Peace Officer Training Council Basic Corrections Officer Certification; CPR Certification; valid Ohio vehicle operator's license with an acceptable driving record.
WORK DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Conducts security inspections of facility as assigned; inspects assigned areas, cells and inmate living areas for presence of contraband and security; inspects incoming and outgoing inmate mail.
Performs intake processing (e.g., receiving, booking, photographing and fingerprinting persons committed to jail); prepares various inmate records; searches newly committal and work release inmates entering and leaving facility; releases inmates as required; returns personal property; checks all records of incarceration to ensure completion, correctness; and forwards for file storage.
Issues linens and personal hygiene items (e.g., soap and towels); dispenses cleaning materials and equipment; supervises inmates and trustees in cleaning and housekeeping of inmate living areas and general traffic areas; distributes medication to inmates as directed; supervises distribution of meals; continuously monitors inmates' activities to ensure well-being and health.
Ensures inmate rights (e.g., visitation, religious services, telephone, etc.); monitors visitation periods on scheduled basis; maintains records and prepares reports of daily activities and any incidents involving inmates while in custody. Transports inmates to court, other institutions, medical facilities, etc., as required; testifies in court.
