Correctional Officer - Part-Time

Position: Correctional Officer - Part-Time Incumbent serves as a Correction Officer for St. Joseph County Jail, responsible for assisting County employees and overseeing recruitment activities. Summary: Supervise inmates in the St. Joseph County Jail in accordance with established policies, regulations, orders, and procedures by performing assigned duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Corrections Officer include, but are not limited to, the following: o Observe inmate conduct and behavior o Treat inmates, visitors, and staff in a courteous and professional manner o Take necessary actions according to training to prevent disturbances and escapes o Inspect all security measures for functionality and operability o Conduct inmates searches for contraband o Observe and supervise inmates during work assignments o Patrol assigned areas on foot while looking for forbidden activities or unsatisfactory performance o Report observations in written, computerized, and verbal form o Employ weapons or force to maintain order within the jail when necessary o Escort inmates within the jail, to/from court, to medical treatments both in and outside the facility all while ensuring the safety of the inmate, corrections officers, and any other persons who could be in contact with the inmate o Respond to calls for assistance by running up to mile o Possess and Maintain the ability to move people away from danger, including by carrying unconscious people and providing emergency aid o Possess and Maintain the ability to effect a forcible arrest o Use appropriate equipment and training to restrain people from physically striking or injuring others Supervisory Responsibilities: This policy has inmate supervision responsibilities only. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform listed duties in a satisfactory manner. Abilities such as multitasking, and prioritization are essential. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities necessary. Individual must be able to attend a 2-week (80- hour total, M-F) jail school training before you are able to work any shift. Within the first year of employment individual must also be able to attend a separate 40- hour state mandated school. Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Language Skills: Individual must be able to read and interpret documents; such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction materials, and policy and procedure manuals. Individual must possess the ability to communicate effectively with fellow staff and inmates through written, computerized, and verbal methods. Mathematical Skills: Individual must possess basic mathematical skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, units of measure, whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability: Applicant must possess ability to solve problems in time sensitive, fluid, hectic and even chaotic situations where the level of control is often limited. Applicant must be able to quickly and correctly interpret and execute orders given by command staff. Certificates, Licenses, Registration: Applicant license status must be in good standings. Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met[]{style="font-weight: var(--bs-body-font-weight); text- "}