Job Description

Lieutenant

The Lieutenant performs supervisory and administrative duties relating to the shifts. This includes supervising the daily operations of the detention facility to ensure a safe and secure environment for staff, inmates, and visitors in accordance with federal and state laws.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions



Supervise the work of subordinate staff by scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work. Provide training, counseling, approving overtime, approving timecards, approving days off, and evaluating performance. Ensure staff are following the Garfield County Detention Facility policies and procedures in the daily operation of the facility and maintain discipline without discrimination. Oversee monitoring of inmates' activities inside the facility on a continual basis including commissary pass, mail, medication, doctor and medical visits, attorney visits, meals, and movements throughout the facility. Oversee searches of inmates, cells, and exterior facility grounds to locate/remove contraband and to maintain security. Oversee and evaluate actions taken to control/restrain violent/unruly inmates. Investigate and resolve complaints against detention facility staff including interviewing all parties and recommending disciplinary action. Conduct facility tours for community groups and law enforcement agencies. Communicate with staff members to obtain information on issues, special situations, or other areas requiring attention. Remains aware and knowledgeable of emergency procedures vital to maintaining good order and discipline. Maintains proper care and maintenance of all aspects of the facility and reports shortcomings to chain of command in a timely manner. This may entail general custodial work and notifying chain of command of any damaged fixtures or incidents that are deemed worthy. Responds to emergency calls and assists fellow officers as required. Addresses violations of policy and procedures and guidelines for operations appropriately and in a timely manner. Perform escorts of inmates within the secure perimeter of the facility. Any of duties as assigned to ensure a proper, safe, and secure detention operation.

Work Conditions:



Long hours - up to 12-hour shifts. Night shifts.

Confined spaces

Potentially stressful environment at times

Structured work force with well-established chain of command

Performance Expectations



Maintain the highest level of integrity and high level of ethical behavior

Dedication to the task of providing secure custody and management of detainees

Support and backup of fellow staff members

Responsible, ethical, fair and consistent management of detainees

Respectful, professional interaction with all occupants of the detention center.

Reliable and timely in performance of duties

Qualifications and Credentials



Professional minded individual.

Management Experience.

High School Diploma or GED.

Physically able to stand for long periods of time.

Physically able to perform self-defense techniques when necessary.

Physically able to lift up to 40lbs.

Dedicated to the job and able to work flexible hours

Able to respond to unscheduled work requests occasionally if needed.

Drug test will be performed.

Personal Skills



Good "people management skills"

Patience

Composure in stressful situations

Able to take control of potential volatile situations

Familiarity with Microsoft Suite Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Interpersonal communications skills

Work Remotely

No
Pay: $54,329.60 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD6139425
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    USD
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Enid, OK, US, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned