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Detention Officer-March 2024
Meridian
Mar 29, 2026
About Detention Officer

  Will be required to pass background and drug screenings. Additionally, must have valid MS Driver's license and no criminal record. Prefer experience or military background, BUT WILL TRAIN! Will provide general supervision, protection for, and from, individuals detained in the correctional facility, and may be required to escort individuals out of the facility. Will work 8 hour shifts. Will work day and night shift as assigned. All Job seekers will be required to take a test (no fee) at MCC. High School or GED is preferred. However applicant will take a course that will assist with obtaining a GED.

  Processing inmates; maintaining jail security; serving meals; transporting inmates.Receives and processes inmates into custody of institution; searches prisoners; takes charge of personal property.Provides inmates opportunity to call attorney or relative; advises inmates on institutional rules and regulations.Patrols jail area periodically to insure security and maintain order.Transports inmates to medical, court and related facilities.Supervises inmates during meals, personal hygiene and related activities for conformance to institutional rules, regulations and procedures.Escorts and safeguards inmates to cell; checks on inmates' physical condition.Receives, counts, records and washes all laundry in the jail.Dispenses personal and cell cleaning equipment; keeps record of money received from inmates.Distributes medication to inmates as prescribed or directed.Prepares routine records on inmates; performs general clerical duties.Ensures the care and maintenance of quarters.Records visits; inspects items brought into the jail; checks incoming and outgoing mail.Investigates crimes and critical incidents; collects evidence; makes arrests; testifies in court.Performs related tasks as required.

   

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Some knowledge of the security, rules, regulations and procedures of the institution; some knowledge of the practices of modern penology as related to the supervision and care of persons under institutionalized restraint; ability to enforce institutional rules firmly and fairly; ability to detect potential behavior problems of inmates; ability to detect the early symptoms of common health problems; ability to carry out oral and written directions accurately; ability to supervise the activities of large groups of inmates; ability to prepare records and reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

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