The Role
Detention Officers handle inmate custody, manage jail security, facilitate inmate movement, and maintain operation protocols through supervision and conflict management.
Summary Generated by Built In
This job is posted for Kay County Detention Center. The direct contact is
Shelbie McGuire at [email protected]
Full Job DescriptionKay County Detention Center is looking to hire Detention Officers. You MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD TO APPLY. You will be responsible for the custody and control of inmates; security of the jail; physical movement of inmates; and all inmate needs. Basic data entry; in applicationof jail techniques; in maintaining security of inmates; and in application of principles of supervision. Knowledge of radio system/10 codes; of CPR; of inter-department correspondence, of policies, rules, and regulations pertaining to jail operations;of inter-department correspondence, of policies, rules, and regulations pertaining to jail operations; vigilantly; to exercise initiative and independent judgement; to understand and follow oral and written instructions; and to deal tactfully with others.Qualifications
- Strong core skills in security and conflict management
- Premium skills in CCTV monitoring, first Aid CPR, Law Enforcement and military Background
- Relevant skill in report writing
- Previous supervising experience is preferred
- Highschool or equivalent
Schedule - 8 Hour Shift
- Day Shift
- Evening Shift
- Night Shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
Skills Required
- Strong core skills in security and conflict management
- Premium skills in CCTV monitoring, first aid, CPR, law enforcement, and military background
- Relevant skill in report writing
- Previous supervising experience
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The Company
What We Do
Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) is a public trust, formed on July 1, 2003 to benefit Ponca City, Oklahoma. PCDA supports the existing industries with business retention and expansion programs, training opportunities and conference sponsorships to build market share. Visit our website for more information on recruiting, retention, marketing and financial opportunities that exist in Ponca City, Oklahoma.
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