Alternative Sentencing Division Detentio...
Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Description: San Juan County, NM is in need of Alternative Sentencing Division Detentio... right now, this job will be delegated in New Mexico. For complete informations about this job opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. San Juan County is seeking a dedicated female (for working with female offenders) to uphold the Alternative Sentencing Division's commitment to! the care, custody and control of the inmate population. THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION. TESTING IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION. PLEASE SEE APPLICATION FOR DETAILS. Per the Alternative Sentencing Division's Security Policy, a criminal background check will be conducted for applicants as part of the application process. Applicants must be able to pass the criminal background check in order to qualify for employment. Applicants who wish to proceed in the application process will be required to download, complete and submit an Alternative Sentencing Division Background Authorization Form. Detailed information is provided in the "Supplemental Questions" section of the application form.
Essential Job Functions:
The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform ad! ditional, position-specific tasks.
Observes conduct a! nd behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes and to maintain health and cleanliness.
Inspects cells, pods, closets, hallways, access chases, recreational, medical and kitchen areas, locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering.
Searches inmates and cells for contraband articles.
Transports inmates to judicial proceedings, medical or other authorized appointments.
Guards and directs inmates during work assignments and ensures appropriate inmate counts.
Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infractions of rules, and unsatisfactory attitudes or adjustments of inmates; reports observations to supervisor.
Escorts inmates to and from visiting room, legal visits, medical office, and religious services or other authorized locations.
Guards entrance of detention center to screen visitors.
Prepares written reports concerning incidents of inmate disturbances or injuries.
Ensures that proper departme! ntal procedures regarding correspondence between the public and inmates are maintained.
Serves inmate meals in accordance with established procedures; ensures that proper counting is maintained of all utensils, cups, trays and inmate counts are correct.
Searches inmate property for contraband including but not limited to: alcoholic beverages, controlled substances, weapons, and nuisance contraband as prescribed by facility policy or by law.
Distributes mail for inmates which includes checking for contraband.
Requests physical examinations and forwards specific requests for medical assistance to medical staff; escorts inmates to the medical office and provides security for the medical staff.
Verifies and may write receipts on commissary purchases; ensures that the Commissary vendor distributes purchases to the proper inmates.
Supervises the visitation of attorneys, family members, bondsmen or others.
Performs other related duties as may be assigne! d.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of appl! icable laws and regulations, and State standards for detention facilities.
Knowledge of the New Mexico criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols.
Knowledge of County and Department policies and procedures.
Skill in communicating with inmates and mediating difficult situations.
Skill in following orders and exercising good judgment in potentially dangerous situations. Skill in maintaining confidentiality and using discretion in dealing with sensitive information.
Skill in responding with tact and composure when dealing with individuals in a stressful situation.
Skill in assessing and identifying drug influence, behavior and usage.
Skill in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and first aid.
Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with County staff and the public.
Skill in the use of a personal computer and standard business ! software.
Ability to understand and to exchange information with supervisors and co-workers when receiving assignments, instructions, shift change information, and while performing assigned duties and tasks.
Ability to understand and to exchange information with the general public, including attorneys, jail visitors, and maintenance personnel.
Ability to interact with inmates and to understand and comprehend inmate responses to questions.
Ability to provide verbal direction to inmates to affect conformance to rules, regulations and other directives
Education and Experience:
Minimum age requirement of 21 years.
Must be female (for working with female offenders).
High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have no felony convictions or convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude.
Must complete the mandatory Officer Certification process within 6 months of employment.
State of New Mexico Driver's license.
Prefere! nce for experience in working in jail-based treatment setting and/or wi! th substance abusing population. Integrity, loyalty and reliability are a must.
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:
- Working conditions are typical detention facility settings; involves the potential for high stress levels and exposure to hostile situations; some non-standard work hours are required.
- Equipment utilized includes computerized and conventional office equipment.
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If you were eligible to this job, please deliver us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to San Juan County, NM.
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