PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION
The purpose of this classification is to provide law enforcement and security to the County.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTONS
The following duties are normal for this position; however, all functions may not be performed in all departments. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Secures inmates in holding cells or jails; oversees the processing of inmates into jail including booking and ID preparation; transports prisoners to and from court or doctor’s appointments;
Arranges and performs interstate extradition; supervises and assists in the bonding and releasing of prisoners; manages inmate control and movement; conducts shakedowns and searches for contraband; responds to inmate disturbances; follows the case status of inmates
Maintains personal possessions of inmates; creates ledgers and accounts for inmates’ money; maintaining cash drawer for bond fees, processing checks; manages petty cash; transports mental patients to medical facilities; performs uniform patrol work
Assists in investigations of crimes; maintains security for various facilities including court, jail, juror locations and other property located in the County.
Prepares and reviews various reports and documents such as booking reports, vehicle lists, personal property lists, hospital duty rosters, productivity reports, shift activity reports, arrest reports, accident reports, citizen complaint documents, court documents, affidavits, etc.; maintains files and makes copies as necessary
Serves civil process papers including search warrants, protective orders, subpoenas and arrest warrants; enters various data into the computer system; checks criminal backgrounds and histories; answers telephone calls and assisting citizens with inquiries.
Oversees inventory of equipment and supplies; orders needed equipment and supplies; coordinates maintenance of fleet vehicles and communications equipment; maintains database of repairs and issued equipment and vehicles.
Oversees the uniform budget; orders and issues uniforms; attends staff meetings and other meetings as required.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED, supplemented by vocational/technical training in Basic Law Enforcement; five (5) months previous experience and/or training involving law enforcement work. Must be Georgia POST certified. Must possess and maintain valid Peace Officer and firearms certifications. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. MUST BE A US CITIZEN.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling and the lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 160 pounds).
Clayton County, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Position : 3789
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : SHERIFF
Posting Start : 07/22/2022
Posting End : 12/31/9999
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $30.00