Police Officer

Police Officer job description at Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Responsible for maintaining and ensuring the security of the Adult Detention Facility and its prisoners, and performing various law enforcement duties.

Requirements

• Maintain and ensure the security of the 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.
• 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.
• Drives and controls a police vehicle safely.
• Takes appropriate police action in response to emergencies or other situations requiring a police response.
• Monitor courtroom participants and public observers for proper demeanor and conduct.
• Monitor and maintain the safety of in-custody defendants and juveniles.
• Assist with building emergency procedures.
• Provide proper transportation of prisoners from lockups to courtrooms, and Adult Detention facilities.
• Assist with building security, perimeter security, public security, public screening, and other duties as assigned by command officers.
• Provide courtroom security for judges, litigants, and visitors to ensure orderly and efficient court proceedings.
• Work co-operatively with other police agencies.
• Ensure physical and computer accountability of all inmates and accuracy of information.
• Perform other duties.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Generous Parental Leave