Detention Officer

Admits prisoners to the County Jail; ensures that inmates are properly booked and searched, and allowed calls to attorneys and relatives; calls bondsman if necessary; advises inmates of jail rules and regulations

Secures inmates’ property, properly storing and returning appropriate items upon release Reviews logs and reports from previous shifts; maintains knowledge of inmate population and cell assignments; completes activity logs and reports Observes inmates’ demeanor to determine illness and/or mental state and possible need for treatment and/or closer observation Issues linen, clothing, toilet supplies, supervises shower and inventory of supplies Distributes mail to inmates;

provides inmates with paper, pencils and envelopes; collects outgoing mail from inmates

Inspects the cleaning of jail to meet requirements of state and local regulations and standards Patrols entire jail area periodically to prevent escapes and maintain order Supervises inmate trustees in service of meals to inmates; supervises trustees in obtaining snacks from canteen for inmates; collects money for canteen for inmates Supervises inmate trustees in cleaning of jail cells; distributes cleaning supplies to trustees Prepares and transports inmates to and from court, visitations or medical appointments, etc;

escorts work release inmates to and from cell blocks; searches inmates upon return to jail Assists visitors, inspecting items brought to jail for inmates