Part-Time Jail Officer

The Police Officer is under the direct supervision of a Sheriff's Command Officer and performs professional police work for the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, providing inmate security and supervision in the Adult Detention Facility.

Requirements

• Maintain and ensure the security of the Wayne County Adult Detention Facility and its prisoners.
• Conform to rules regulations and procedures of the Wayne County Adult Detention Facility.
• Provide for and ensure the humane treatment of prisoners.
• Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
• Monitor, supervise and control inmate prisoners.
• Ensure inmate adherence to laws, rules and regulations.
• Prepare reports, inmate investigations, transport inmate prisoners, and provide emergency assistance as necessary.
• Investigate accidents to determine cause.
• Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
• Respond to emergency alarms and situations.
• Ensure physical and computer accountability of all inmates and accuracy of information.
• Conduct daily headcounts to ensure that all inmates are present and accounted for.
• Maintain operational records.
• Prepare investigation or incident reports.
• Record crime or accident scene evidence with video or still cameras.
• Inspect Equipment, Structures, or Material to ensure compliance with security or safety regulations.
• Record information about suspects or criminals.
• Ensure the health and welfare of the inmates.
• Other duties deemed necessary.