Correctional Officer (Corrections)

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety / civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions : (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department. The residency exemption for public safety / civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff's Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.

Position Summary

Worksunder direct supervision of an assigned supervisor and is responsible for thesecurity and maintenance of Shelby County Division of Corrections in accordancewith established policies and procedures.

PayGrade : 45H

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must have high school diploma or GED.

2. Minimum age 21 at the time of application.

3. Dischargedunder honorable conditions from armed forces if applicable.

4. Mustnot have been convicted of, plead guilty to or entered plea of no contest toany felony charge, or any violation of federal or state laws or city ordinancesrelating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor or controlledsubstance.

5. Mustattend and successfully complete a recruit corrections training academy.

6. PROOFOF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND / OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Duties andResponsibilities

1. Assists in maintainingsecurity and order in accordance with established policies and procedures.

2.Assists in the admittance and release of prisoners.

3.Observes and reports the conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbance,escape and introduction of contraband.

4. Mansobservation post or relieves other personnel as required.

5.Controls the operation of security floors, i.e. sanitation, security andmaintenance.

6.Supervises movement of inmates and maintains control in areas of the prison.

7. Makesperiodic unscheduled patrols of inmate quarters and performs count at specifiedand unspecified intervals.

8.Inspects inmate's person and quarters for contraband.

9.Controls, restrains and maintains disciplinary control over inmates.

10.Handles emergency situations according to policy and procedures.

11.Acquires and maintains working knowledge of radio, computer and otherelectronic equipment.

12.Prepares and completes reports connected with responsibilities, such asprogress reports, disciplinary and accident reports.

13.Attends and successfully completes Annual In-Service Training.

14.Resists inmate attempts to manipulate, distract or interfere with operations.

15.Resolves minor problems / conflicts before they escalate into major problems.

16.Follows appropriate procedures under extraordinary circumstances, remains calmto maintain security of the facility and safety of all personnel.

17.Performs security checks, routine shakedowns and searches to ensure security.

18.Performs other related duties as required or directed.

KSAs

1.Ability to observe and accurately record events.

2.Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

3.Ability to use tact in problem situations.

4.Physical ability to perform assigned work tasks.

5.Knowledge of the civil and constitutional rights of inmates.

6.Ability to establish and maintain records.

7.Knowledge of security systems and their implementations.

8.Ability to display initiative, sound judgment and positive approach.

9.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with otheremployees.

Special Requirements

1. Must be a U.S. citizen.

2. Must be able tofunction in a prison environment.

3. Must be able to workweekends and various shifts as required.

4. Must have a validTennessee driver's license as of the date of the scheduled medicalexamination.

5. Must be of high moralcharacter.

6. Must pass a physicalexamination.

7. Must successfullypass psychological and pre-employment tests TB and drug screening.

8. Be willing andable to qualify and use chemical spray and perform CPR.

9. Must attend andsuccessfully complete basic training school to include physical and writtentests.

Disclaimer

This position descriptionhas been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work employeesperform within this classification. It is not designed to contain or beinterpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualificationsrequired by the employee assigned to the position. This position is subject toa background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship topotential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related topotential job duties will be considered and will not automaticallydisqualify the candidate.

Application SpecialInstructions

• Application Process.Please Read
• Complete and successfully submit your online applicationduring the open and close dates for the position. You will immediately receivea confirmation via email.
• The Division of Corrections will select candidatesfor the next step in the application process and you will only be contacted byemail. Please contact the Division of Corrections Human Resources atCORR.HR@shelbycountytn.gov with any questions.

Exempt : No

Type : Full-Time

Department : Division of Corrections

Location : DEFAULT