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THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. The Detention Officer I performs specialized law enforcement work in the care and security of inmates to ensure their constitutional rights and welfare are safeguarded in the County Jail. Work involves admitting and booking inmates, supervising trustees, ensuring security of inmates and Jail, performing commissary duties, receiving and maintaining an inventory of inmate property and supplies, performing control operations, performing inmate classification duties, and preparing and transporting inmates. Additional responsibilities may include monitoring cameras, monitoring emergency systems, performing various life and fire safety activities, performing telephone and radio communications and performing duties as a member of the Extraction Team. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee must exercise alertness and independent judgment in dealing with unusual situations. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of jail work. Examples of Duties Admits prisoners to the County Jail; ensures that inmates are properly booked and searched, and that inmates are allowed calls to attorneys and relatives; calls bondsman if necessary; and advises prisoners of all jail rules and regulations. Reviews logs and reports from previous shift; maintains knowledge of inmate population and cell assignments; completes activity logs and reports. Patrols entire jail area to prevent escapes and maintain order; monitors cameras showing interior and exterior perimeter(s); video-tapes incoming inmates; and monitors emergency systems. Supervises inmate trustees performing various duties such as serving meals to inmates, loading and unloading materials at the dock, cleaning jail cells, performing laundry detail, and performing kitchen detail. Issues linen, clothing, toilet supplies; supervises shower and inventory of supplies; oversees cafeteria area. Distributes mail to prisoners; provides inmates with paper, pencils and envelopes; collects outgoing mail from inmates. Inspects the cleaning of jail to meet requirements of state and local officials. 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. Performs various life safety functions which require training in CPR and fire safety and suppression. Answers telephone and assists the public with questions concerning inmate status. Assists visitors, inspects items brought to jail for inmates. Receives, secures, logs, and receipts inmates' property, properly storing and returning appropriate items upon release. Selects, reviews, and monitors housing assignments of inmates according to proper classification mandated by Texas Criminal Justice Standards using custody assessment system; reviews and updates inmate custody status in reference to bond amount changes, charges added and dismissed; and completes daily population counts. Sorts incoming inmate mail; opens and searches mail for money or contraband; logs and receipts money and property not given to inmates; and delivers mail to designated areas within the jail. Mails packages for inmates. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications Must be willing to work a minimum of 24 hours per week. All required training will take place between the hours of 7:00am and 7:00pm. Must be 18 years of age. High School diploma or GED required. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must attain certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as a Jailer within one (1) year of employment. Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days. Supplemental Information Only those interested in a part-time position should apply. EMPLOYEE IS SUBJECT TO THE USUAL POTENTIAL HAZARDS OF CONTACT WITH INMATES. To ensure proper delivery of emails please add ********************* to your email safe list.

Supervises inmates in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises inmates and visitors in visitation areas. Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors inmate movements, conduct counts, and provides emergency response. Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required. Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas. Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma. Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required. Initiates disciplinary reports. Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team. Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs. Serves as a member of special teams to respond. Performs other related duties.

Functions as an entry level Juvenile Detention Officer providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility. Education, Experience and Training: Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 90 days of hire. Must be certified as required by applicable standards for the facility/department assigned within six months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license, with a good driving record. Must pass an extensive background investigation. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. The employee will also be subject to shift changes. · “Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/ aggressive acts; should possess a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment.” · An employee may be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on the needs of the Department. · Working in a 24-hour facility may make the employee subject to working mandatory overtime or remaining on duty and working all, or a part of, an additional shift (“double shift”). · The incumbent is / may be considered to be ‘essential personnel' subject to being held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at all times. When required, you will be notified by your supervisor. · Must be at least 21 years of age (for applicable positions) and must pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment or all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Works inside a secured facility with potential exposure to hepatitis, tuberculosis, lice and other diseases. Ability to restrain and/or chase youths. May be required to utilize vehicle to transport youths. 1. Facilitates the daily scheduling of the detention hearing dockets and coordinates with the Courts in scheduling all pre-disposition hearings. 2. Manages the detention release process for the Juvenile Courts. 3. Monitors and evaluates dockets to determine the status of juveniles listed and to ensure they are in detention no longer than necessary. 4. Researches, compiles and analyzes data concerning various aspects of the detention population. 5. Manages the home detention and day reporting programs and maintains knowledge of community-based services to make appropriate recommendations for release. 6. Collaborates with staff, courts, other departments and external agencies in resolving population issues or creating corrective action plans related to the detention population. 7.Serves as back-up to staff and assumes all duties as necessary, i.e., administering medications, transporting youths to appointments, processing intake assessments or discharges, and disciplining youths. Must be physically able to perform “handling with care techniques, including takedowns, chasing and restraining youth” as outlined in the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) requirement. 8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary $1,656.19 - $2,028.91 Biweekly Job Type Full Time Department POLICE Division DETENTION Opening Date 09/10/2025 Closing Date 12/26/2025 5:00 PM Central * Description * Benefits * Questions Description HIRING RANGE: $1,656.19 - $2,028.91 Biweekly FULL SALARY RANGE: $1,656.19 - $2,401.62 Biweekly Check out the Allen Police Department THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED The City: With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, and quality of life make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone. The City's Mission is "To achieve excellence in managing development of the community and in providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced". Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the PRIDE values. We do "Work that MATTERS!" * People First - Giving priority to others * Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity * Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust and hard work * Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations * Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment The Position: Under general supervision, protects and serves the property and citizens of the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the operation of the City detention facility. Other duties may include booking and releasing inmates, maintaining prisoner care, distributing property and supplies, providing custodial services, restraining violent inmates, operating detention facility equipment, and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees. Essential Functions The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. * Performs booking intake and release procedures of inmates by ascertaining charges from arresting officer, inputting information in computer system, accepting payment for jail fees and completing required paperwork and forms for inmate release from detention facility. * Maintains prisoner care in detention facility by making hourly jail checks, physically checking each cell and prisoner for contraband, monitoring inmate status and documenting findings. * Distributes property and supplies to inmates by handing out inmate clothing, mattresses and blankets, dispensing medication and serving three meals per day to inmates. * Provides custodial services by maintaining sanitary condition of detention facility and cleaning discarded blankets and clothing. Discards bio-hazardous waste. * Responds to violent inmates by applying knowledge of the Allen Police Department's Force Continuum, preventing incident escalation by applying non-physical, or physical, force to prisoner resistance as appropriate. * Operates detention facility equipment by using office equipment, providing fingerprinting and photographic services for new inmates and serving in other areas regarding the detention facility as required. Must interact with and maintain a good working relationship with other agencies. Job Requirements Education & Experience High School Diploma or equivalent with no prior experience. Special Requirements: * Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license. * Must be able to pass required pre-employment screenings, CJIS, and fingerprint check, and have the ability to comply with state and federal requirements for Criminal Justice Information Security standards. Supplemental Information Knowledge of: * Rules and regulations and applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. * Department standard operating procedures. * Texas Penal Code, Traffic Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, legal terms, and jail regulations. * Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Skill in: * Establishing and maintaining working relationships with professional and support staff, vendors, the public, inmates, other law enforcement agencies, and City employees. * Reading and understanding City, State and Federal rules and regulations. * Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software. * Maintaining calm under adverse conditions and making sound judgements under pressure. * Staying alert and acting quickly and effectively during an emergency. * Detecting potential behavior problems of inmates and early symptoms of common health problems. * Physically restraining inmates and calling for assistance. * Effectively communicating both in writing and orally. Physical Demands / Work Environment: This list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it does not address the potential for accommodation. * Detention facility. * Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call. * Ability to work with mechanical, chemical, electrical, fire, and biohazards. * Ability to work with possible exposure to armed/dangerous persons and communicable diseases. * Ability to sit and stand for long periods. * Ability to lift, push, pull, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, climb, and balance frequently. * Ability to operate city or personal vehicle for business purposes. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Supervises inmates in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises inmates and visitors in visitation areas. Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors inmate movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency response. Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required. Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas. Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma. Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required. Initiates disciplinary reports. Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team. Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs. Serves as a member of special teams to respond. Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities: Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which an inmate can identify. Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility. Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position. Interacts daily with offenders and staff members while providing security for the facility. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards. Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable. Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer. Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift. Frequent periods of sitting per shift. Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights. Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches. Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting. Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders. Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues. Frequent transferrers and transporting offenders by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation. Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport offenders per shift. Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift. Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs. Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray. Ability to hear and understand verbal communication. Pay: $17.00 per hour

✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring a Youth Care Worker at Lake Granbury Youth Services in Granbury, Texas✨ Join Our Dynamic Rite of Passage Team as a Youth Care Worker at Lake Granbury Youth Services in Granbury Texas, a community rooted in a rich agricultural history and known for cultivating growth both in its fields and in the lives of youth, by fostering positive change and empowerment. Pay: starting at $18.50/hour Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2 What you will do: Youth Care Workers provide safety and around-the-clock in person supervision of youth at a secure residential facility. In this role, you will provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each youth through individual counseling and skill development. Youth Care Workers provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the youth's needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities. Youth Care Workers collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth's treatment plan. To be considered you should: Possess a high school diploma or equivalent - Be at least 21 years of age - Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test - Be able to pass a search of the child abuse central registry. Schedule: 3.5 days per work - (3) 12-hour shifts and then 1/2 Day Days 7am-7pm Nights 7pm-7am Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth! After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Youth Care Worker , you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment. Follow us on Social! Instagram / Facebook / Linkedin / Tik Tok / YouTube

Supervises non-citizens in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises non-citizens and visitors in visitation areas. Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors non-citizen movements, conduct counts, and provides emergency response. Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required. Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas. Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to non-citizens in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma. Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required. Initiates disciplinary reports. Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team. Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs. Serves as a member of special teams to respond. Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards. Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities: Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which a non-citizen can identify Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility. Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position. Interacts daily with non-citizens and staff members while providing security for the facility. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer. Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift. Frequent periods of sitting per shift. Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights. Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches. Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting. Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders. Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues. Frequent transferrers and transporting non-citizens by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation. Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport non-citizens per shift. Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift. Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs. Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray. Ability to hear and understand verbal communication. Pay: $28.02 per hour

SERVE At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence). Job Details UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL: BECOME A DETENTION OFFICER TODAY! Are you ready to embark on a career that truly impacts your community? Step into the role of a Detention Officer and become a pivotal figure in safeguarding the well-being and order of our city jail. As a Detention Officer, you'll be at the forefront of law enforcement, trusted with the vital task of overseeing the welfare, confinement, and management of individuals within our facility. Being a Detention Officer transcends mere employment-it's a calling. It demands not only empathy and resilience but also a committed dedication to upholding principles of justice and fairness for everyone. If you're ready to embrace challenges, operate with unwavering integrity, and contribute to positive change daily, then this opportunity awaits you. Join our ranks and become part of a larger mission. Take the first step today by applying to become a Detention Officer, and together, let's forge a safer, more resilient community for all. As a valued Team Plano member, you will receive numerous benefits: * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans * Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), in which the City matches contributions 2:1 upon retirement * Up to three weeks of paid vacation * Up to three weeks of paid sick leave per year * Nine paid holidays * Tuition Assistance * Free recreation center membership Every person matters. Every job has purpose. Together we make a difference. Join Team Plano! SALARY: $23.56/hourly rate / $49,005.00 annual rate Summary of Duties: Under the general supervision of a Detention Supervisor, the Detention Officer assumes responsibility for various tasks within the City of Plano jail facility. These include performing intake, care, release, and supervision of inmates, as well as ensuring the security of the facility. Additionally, the Detention Officer serves as a point of contact for providing information and assistance to the public, other divisions within the Police Department, other law enforcement agencies, and the Courts regarding inmates housed in the Plano City Jail. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. * Performs booking procedures into the City of Plano jail facility, including logging property, fingerprinting, taking mug shots, and conducting searches as necessary. * Operating computerized equipment such as Livescan, computer imaging, jail management system, NCIC/TCIC Computer System, and utilizing two-way radio and intercom systems. * Maintains detailed records and logs and completes forms. * Completes Medical and Psychological screenings of inmates upon booking and conducting classification screenings to determine the most appropriate housing to minimize potential safety or medical issues. * Regularly interacting with inmates in a modified direct supervision environment to better observe changes in inmate behavior, prevent disruptive activities, and maintain proactive supervision. * Restrains combative, suicidal, violent, and/or mentally disturbed inmates as necessary. * Monitors the care of inmates in the jail facility, including meals, minor medical attention, showers, visitors, and telephone calls; placing inmates on suicide watch as appropriate. * Conducts cell searches; confiscates contraband items. * Transfers inmates to and from other detention facilities in the jail van. * Monitors inmates during arraignment proceedings. * Explains bail and bond-out options to inmates and citizens; accepting bail, bonds, or fines; completing release forms for inmates; responding to other citizen inquiries. * Observes and controls visitors and inmates during visitations. * Monitors contractors and janitorial staff working in the jail; provides contractors with escort services into and out of secured areas. * Attends training and certification courses as required. * Consistently complies with all policy, procedure, and laws specific to operations of the Plano City Jail and the housing and supervision of inmates. * Serves as a witness in City Court as needed. * Provides emergency medical aid to inmates as needed and directed. * Operates in emergencies utilizing Smoke/Fire Hood. * Physically evacuates unconscious inmates to safety in fire emergencies if necessary. * Work any shift or operational assignment as needed, maintaining regular and consistent attendance. Marginal Duties: * Will conduct phase training as needed, including overseeing and evaluating training to ensure compliance with established standards. The employee will be compensated in accordance with established training pay guidelines. * Performs other duties as assigned. Typical Decisions: The incumbent is tasked with proactively observing and assessing inmate behavior to ascertain the need, timing, and type of intervention required to uphold a safe environment for both staff and inmates. This entails making swift, informed decisions on how and when to intervene in managing inmates, determining when physical restraint is necessary to ensure safety and security, and recognizing situations where medical treatment may be warranted. Moreover, the incumbent must always remain prepared to respond promptly to emergencies, including any threats to the safety and security of staff, inmates, and the facility. Minimum Qualifications: The incumbent must possess comprehensive knowledge of: * Laws, regulations, procedures, and best practices pertinent to the effective management of inmates. * Internal jail security and order standards. * Health and safety standards applicable to jail facilities. * Federal, State, and local laws, case law, and regulations concerning civil rights. * Penal codes relevant to the incarceration of inmates. The incumbent should demonstrate proficiency in the following skills: * Effective oral and written communication skills. * Conflict management and de-escalation techniques. * Awareness of the potential for physical confrontation and the ability to restrain an inmate using proper techniques. * Computer literacy. * Strong decision-making skills. * Officer safety protocols. * Basic mathematical calculations. * Collecting and accurately counting money. Education: A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required for this position. Experience: Some previous work experience in a high stress, high demand, or detention environment preferred, with an emphasis on effectively utilizing varied communication skills. Any work-related experience demonstrating acceptable proficiency levels in the stated minimum qualifications can serve as a suitable substitute for the specified education and experience requirements. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid, unrestricted Class "C" driver's license and proof of vehicle current insurance at the time of employment. In accordance with state law, a Texas Class "C" driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Must successfully complete the Municipal Jailer Training Course or possess an equivalent certification within 12 months of hire. Must obtain NCIC/TCIC clearance and CPR, AED, and First Aid training are required. Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Work is performed throughout the Jail, standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, as well as for continuous observation of surroundings; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the radio and telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull when searching, transporting, and restraining inmates. Employees may be required to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 80 pounds, or heavier, with the use of proper equipment. Employees work in jail facilities with controlled temperature conditions, constant noise, dust/mites, and some exposure to hazardous physical substances such as cleaning chemicals and OC spray. Employees may be exposed to infectious diseases. Employees may interact with upset inmates and public or private representatives while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. They may also be required to operate in emergency conditions while wearing a Smoke/Fire Hood and must be able to drag a 150-pound person to safety. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodations. Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D Open positions are subject to close without notice.

Job Description Qualifications for Employment: U.S. Citizen At least 21 years of age at the time of certification. Must never have been on court-ordered supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Must not be currently charged with any criminal offense for which conviction would bar TCOLE licensure. Must never have been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years. Must never have been convicted or placed on community supervision in any court for an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code. Good moral character. Stable employment record. Good credit rating. Good driving record. Unsatisfactory driving history is defined as: Three (3) moving violations within the past three (3) years. Three (3) or more moving violations and chargeable vehicle collisions, in any combination, within the past three (3) years. Two (2) chargeable vehicle collisions within the past two (2) years. Evidence of an unsatisfactory driving record may include, but is not limited to, defensive driving courses, driver license returns, and local records checks. Must have a valid driver license. Must not have a history of drug addiction. Use of any illegal substances or substances with potential abuse, such as prescription drugs, will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Must be able to testify as a witness in a criminal court case. Applicants with prior documented disqualifying behavior will not be considered for employment. Education Requirements: Sixty (60) hours or more of college credit toward a degree plan at the time of hiring. Credits from developmental or remedial education courses will not be counted. Forty-five (45) hours of college credit with: Two (2) or more years as a sworn peace officer, active-duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces with Honorable Discharge, or full-time employment with the organization at the time of hiring. Or four (4) or more Good/Satisfactory Reserve/National Guard years at the time of appointment. Four (4) or more years of active-duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces with Honorable Discharge, or four (4) or more years as a sworn peace officer, or six (6) or more Good/Satisfactory Reserve/National Guard years at the time of appointment. Three (3) or more years employed with the organization at the time of appointment. All college credits must come from an accredited institution as defined by TCOLE Rule 211.1, with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Time credited for experience in each category is mutually exclusive and cannot be combined with other categories to reduce college hour requirements. Experience level must be continuous and as of the date of the Civil Service examination.

With supervision, this position books arrestees into jail, inventories property/possessions, completes a search for contraband, to include weapons and drugs, contacts outside assistance, and expedites documentation for processing and/or release, all according to state and federal regulations. Conducts regular inspections for safety violations and hazards. Completes reports as needed. Essential Functions 1. Books arrestees into custody, including fingerprinting, searches, recording and filing standard documentation and forms, photographing the arrestee, conducting property inventories, and assisting with outside contacts. 2. Cares for arrestees during incarceration and releases prisoners from custody according to standard Police Department policies and procedures. Care includes feeding, close supervision, summoning medical assistance as needed, dispensing prescription medication, administering basic first aid, allowing phone calls, and logging visitation by legal counsel, family, etc. 3. Performs arrestee release activities involving accurate completion of necessary documentation and forms for transfer or release and receiving and correctly handling bond money. 4. Performs accurate accounting and dispensing of arrested person's cash. 5. Answers citizen and arrestee questions regarding standard jail operating procedures and processes. 6. Furnishes information for court officials, bail bondsmen, families, attorneys, and other law enforcement personnel. 7. Maintains jail cells, book-in area, and staff area as required by department regulations. 8. Receives, counts, records, and washes all arrestee laundry and food preparation and serving utensils. 9. Assists other areas of the police department with various tasks, including but not limited to, taking lobby walk-in reports, taking phone reports, assisting with various records functions, and phone/lobby support, as required. 10. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position. 11. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position. 12. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work. Required Skills SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES * Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations, controlling emotions, and resolve issues quickly and efficiently, using sound judgement. * Must have a general working knowledge of jail regulations. * Must have excellent communicative skills, both oral and written. * Must be able to follow verbal and written directives, communicate courteously and effectively with other people, and maintain a pleasant and friendly personality at all times. * Must exercise good judgment and make competent decisions in all activities; and maintain confidentiality with criminal and investigative information EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Minimum age of 18. High school diploma or equivalent. Must pass TLETS access and CJIS awareness course within six (6) months from date of hire. Must pass a Municipal Jailer training class approved by the department and receive Intoxilyzer certification within one (1) year from date of hire or at the earliest available opportunity thereafter. This position requires applicant to pass a full background investigation, including polygraph examination. Due to Criminal Justice Information Security (CJIS) requirements, the candidate must never have been convicted, put on court-ordered community supervision, or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Deferred Adjudication or Felony Conviction are permanent disqualifiers. Must be in compliance with the department's drug and tattoo policy. Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check and credit check. Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy. Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, functional assessment screening (Level 1), Titmus vision screening, Ishihara vision screening, and smell test. WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the essential functions of this position involves routine and frequent exposure to: * Bright/dim light * Dusts and pollen * Extreme noise levels * Vibration * Fumes and/or noxious odors * Moving machinery * Heights * Disease/pathogens * Toxic/caustic chemicals * Explosives * Violence * Other extreme hazards not listed above Safety equipment is provided as needed per job assignment and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations maybe be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to perform medium work that involves walking, standing, sitting, stooping, jumping, stretching, or lifting. The employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 150 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change. Regular full-time employees are assigned to work at least 40 hours per week, and are eligible for the City's benefit package, subject to the conditions and limitations of each program. The City of Grapevine offers a generous and comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life insurance. Please click HERE to view more information. 01 Are you able to work a shift schedule, including overnight hours? * Yes * No 02 Do you have a high school diploma or GED? * Yes * No 03 Do you possess a Texas Driver's License, or do you have the ability to obtain one? * Yes * No 04 Have you ever been convicted, put on court-ordered supervision, or probation for any crminal offense, grade of Class A misdemeanor or higher? * Yes * No 05 Have you ever been convicted, placed on deferred adjudication, or probation, for any theft? * Yes * No 06 Have you ever been convicted, placed on deferred adjudication, or probation, for assault/family violence? * Yes * No 07 Do you have any experience working in a detention center or jail? * Yes * No 08 Are you able to remain calm in stressful situations, control emotions, and resolve issues quickly and efficiently using sound judgement? * Yes * No 09 Do you understand the need for confidentiality regarding criminal and investigative information? * Yes * No 10 Are you willing to testify in court as a witness in qualified areas, such as a certified breath test operator? * Yes * No 11 Do you have a working knowledge of the Texas Jail Standards? * Yes * No 12 Have you used or experimented with marijuana within the last three years? * Yes * No 13 Do you have any tattoos on your neck, face or head? (Not including cosmetic tattoo's) * Yes * No Required Question Employer City of Grapevine Address P. O. Box 95104, 200 South Main Street Grapevine, Texas, 76099 Phone ************ Website ************************************************

Job Description Salary $51,793 Annually SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to provide custodial care necessary for the security and well being of inmates confined in the Rockwall County Detention Center. This is accomplished by maintaining peace within the jail; inspecting inmates for contraband; processing inmates into and out of the jail and ensuring security is not breached. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains peace within jail; processes inmates into and out of facility; searches and fingerprints prisoners; ensures sick or injured inmates receive medical attention; prepares and maintains inmate records; maintains inmate property; inspects facility housing units for cleanliness; inspects inmate mail and contraband; issues supplies for inmates; responds to fire alarms. Trains and evaluates the work of staff members when needed. Monitors control room security cameras for officer and inmate movement; logs movements; participates in fire drills; ensures doors are opened and closed with safety and security in mind; operates control panels that accesses movement throughout the facility; answers telephone; ensures security is not breached; observes/monitors inmates during recreation and visitation periods. Maintains visual observation and documents inmates within the housing units, provides food and medication to inmates, escorts inmates to court and doctor appointments, searches inmates and housing units, and monitors. Performs intake of inmates by accepting inmates from arresting officer; conducts medical and mental health screenings; logs and stores inmate property; searches inmates for contraband; prepares inmate files; conducts classification of inmates and performs finger printing; takes mug shots; allows two (2) phone calls for inmate and performs criminal history checks/ CCQs. Provides courteous and informative customer service to the public. Facilitates inmate visitations by conducting warrant checks on visitors; ensuring visitors are following EPOs; enforces visitor dress code; organizes visitation groups and maintains visitation lists. Performs other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory or budget responsibility. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to read, write, understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to take finger prints and maintain records. Must be able to learn basic computer skills within a timely manner and must be able to learn communication skills to communicate effectively with inmates. Knowledge of computer software such as JMS; Touch Pay; Keefe Commissary software; OMNNIX, Ableterm; Securus; Manager Plus, Guard One and Microsoft applications. Knowledge of requirements of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, County, State and Federal laws governing Detention Center standards. Ability to use restraint chairs; hand cuffs; belly chains; metal detectors; shackles; and self-contained breathing apparatus. Basic understanding of MHMR. Ability to prepare records and reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for Detention Officer position(s) must be at least 18 years of age on the date of employment. Applicants must be a high school graduate or have passed a General Education Development (GED) test indicating high school graduation level upon conditional job offer. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and a resident of the contiguous United States for a period of time sufficient to conduct a comprehensive background investigation. Consideration given for military overseas assignments. If a military veteran, applicant must not have been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions and must not have been convicted of any court-martial higher than a summary. Applicant must pass all phases as required for the position being sought. Applicant must possess a current valid Texas driver's license. (Out of state applicants accepted, but current valid Texas driver's license is required at time employment begins) No Felony convictions. No Misdemeanor (A) convictions. No Misdemeanor (B) convictions in last ten years. No family violence convictions including Class (C). Applicants must have a favorable employment history. All information given regarding past employment will be thoroughly checked. Applicants must be eligible for licensing by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) if not presently licensed. The applicant must attend a 96 hour Jailer Certification course in order to receive their Jailer License. The course must be taken within one year of employment with the Rockwall County Sheriff's Department. Must successfully complete field training program. Applicants should have good communication and computer skills and also demonstrate comprehensive reading and comprehension skills. Most positions will require working a 12 hour shift, with shifts being 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Shifts operate on a rotating schedule of days off consisting of 2 days on and 3 days off, 3 days on and 2 days off. (Subject to change) Applicants must be able to work all shifts, holidays, and weekends. WORKING CONDITIONS This position works in an office, outdoors and in the jail facility with frequent exposure to environmental conditions. Exposure to health and safety conditions is occasional. Required protective equipment includes SCBA and latex free rubber gloves, Guard One pipe, handcuffs, leg restraints, OC Spray and radios. Fine dexterity, walking, vision, foot controls, balancing, hearing, twisting and talking are constantly required. Frequently, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and bending are required. Sitting, reaching and handling are occasionally required. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen. Must Successfully complete physical examination Must successfully complete a psychological examination. TATTOO LIMITATIONS Visible offensive tattoos or body art are prohibited without exception to include, but not limited to, those that depict racial, sexual, discriminatory, gang-related or obscene language. No tattoos allowed below your wrist, except for a wedding band and no tattoos allowed on your neck or above.

The Detention Officer position is responsible for maintaining, care and control/security of the jail facility and its inmates. This is accomplished by processing inmates; releasing inmates; caring for prisoners; and maintaining the facility. Other duties include providing the general public with customer service. Applicants should be aware that detention officers routinely come into contact with resisting, uncooperative prisoners and there is a possibility of being physically assaulted. All detention officers must attend defensive tactics training which is physically demanding. Application Process: Step 1: The following pre- employment questionnaire must be completed in order for your application to be reviewed. Click here to download the questionnaire. Step 2: After completing the questionnaire, please apply for the job and while completing your application, you will have the ability to attach your questionnaire to your application. If you experience difficulty attaching to your application, you can email it to: ****************** Benefits of working for the City of Grand Prairie Detention Department : * Great Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance * 2 to 1 match into Texas Municipal Retirement System * Paid time off * Stable work environment * Tuition Reimbursement * Processes inmates by taking custody of the prisoner from the officer; conducting pat or strip searches; taking inventory of property; obtaining necessary information from prisoner; taking pictures and fingerprints; placing inmates in the holding cell; and entering all information into the computer; and calculating jail credits, release dates and bond amounts. * Releases inmates by providing inmate information to bonding companies and the public prior to release; providing information to outside agencies for transfer of prisoners; accounting for cash collected; preparing receipts and/or bonds and property for prisoners; and processing required documents. * Cares for prisoners by providing meals, medicine, and showers to prisoners; providing required information for release; providing telephone access; taking roll call; and providing transportation to medical facilities as needed. * Maintains the facility by cleaning the laundry; cleaning the kitchen; mopping floors; maintaining and monitoring food and paper supplies; reporting equipment maintenance problems; and providing for the security of the facility. * Escorts inmates from one area to another, taking physical action to prevent escapes and/or subdue combative/violent inmates with the appropriate use of force * Provides customer service to the public by providing information regarding the status of prisoners to the public and other agencies; and providing visitation access. * Candidate must be able to visually and through the use of remote video surveillance equipment. * Take physical action to prevent escapes and/or assaults and subdue combative/violent prisoners is required. * The ability to read, comprehend and write in English is a must. Candidate must be able to fingerprint, photograph, handcuff and physically search prisoners. * Ability to accurately count money and inventory property is important. * Candidate must be able to read, interpret and apply laws, regulations and departmental policies and procedures. * All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. * Regular and dependable attendance is required. * Education: High school diploma or GED * Experience: 1-2 years of related experience preferred * Licenses: Valid Driver's License required * Certifications Required: Must obtain State Jail Certification, TCOLE certification or equivalent, defensive tactics training intoxilizer training and other mandatory training as required within one year of employment or within department guidelines due to scheduling of class.

JOB TITLE: Detention Officer DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Police REPORTS TO: Detention Supervisor SUMMARY: Responsible for providing care and custody of detainees to include booking, finger printing, videotaping, and testifying in court. Work is performed with limited supervision. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Prepares and maintains legal documents and files on prisoners detained in the City jail, which includes: initiating booking procedures; gathering a variety of intake information on prisoners, including medical histories; inputting charges into applicable database; preparing paperwork for submittal to the Judge; photographing and fingerprinting prisoners; running criminal histories; providing Officers with warrant information; searching prisoners; and/or, performing other related activities. Supervises the behavior of prisoners in holding and jail cells, ensuring the safety and security of the jail. Works among contained prisoners. Performs a variety of activities in support of jail house operations, which may include: washing and issuing blankets, shoes, and mats; preparing simple meals for prisoners; escorting prisoners to arraignment proceedings before the Judge; monitoring cameras; answering telephones; and/or, performing other related activities. Performs a variety of administrative support activities, which may include: maintaining a variety of records and logs; answering telephones; monitoring video surveillance; maintaining the entry and exit of the jail area; providing customer service at the public window; completing bond forms; sending teletypes to external agencies; and/or, performing other related activities. Provides testimony during court hearings as required. Drives a prisoner transport van to and from county jail facilities. Performs other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES: None. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of customer service principles; Knowledge of recordkeeping principles and practices; Knowledge of filing techniques; Skilled in handling multiple tasks simultaneously; Skilled in operating modern office equipment; Skilled in mitigating hostile situations; Skilled in keyboarding; Skilled in reading, interpreting, applying, and explaining rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; Skilled in maintaining sensitive and confidential information; Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications; Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals. Must be able to work twelve (12) hour shifts including evenings nights and weekends. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Must be at least 18 years of age. One year of related experience (e.g. administrative, customer service, security, jailer). Must obtain CPR, First Aid, NCIC/TCIC Certifications within one year. PREFERENCES: None. WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, and manual dexterity. Occasional lifting and carrying of over 100 pounds. Work is typically performed in a jail setting. Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, infectious diseases, criminal suspects, and prison inmates. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must pass pre-employment drug screening. Must pass pre-employment physical exam. Must pass extensive background check and criminal history investigation. Must pass pre-employment polygraph examination. Must pass pre-employment psychological examination. Must pass criminal history check. Must pass motor vehicle records check.

Summary: Under general supervision of the Detention Supervisor, or designee, the Detention Officer performs all duties necessary for the successful operation of the Detention Facility. Executes booking protocols for arrivals and departures at the municipal detention facility while ensuring the welfare of the detainees is consistently monitored. Must be available to work any shift, holidays and/or weekends. The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.Essential Job Functions: * Completes all areas of on-the-job training. * Assists with booking procedures into/out of the municipal detention facility, including logging in of property, recording names into the arrest book and onto the computer, fingerprinting, photographing, and conducting a secondary search for weapons/drugs before putting detainees into cells. * Assists with administering intoxilyzer tests and videotaping persons arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). * Monitors daily activity and behavior of detainees to ensure compliance with facility rules. * Issue detainee towels and personal hygiene articles. * Assist in dispensing medication as prescribed. * Assists with security and monitoring detainees during arraignment proceedings. * Uploads files to the arraignment platform for judicial review and updates records. * Escorts detainees from one area to another, as required. * Visually, and through use of remote video surveillance equipment, performs cell checks to monitor detainee status and behavior. * Explains bail and bond-out options to detainees charged with offenses; accepts bail, bonds, or fines from and completes release forms for detainees. * Locks cell doors take physical action to prevent escapes and/or assaults, subdue combative/violent detainees. * Assists in emergency situations, including disturbances and medical needs. * Assists in detainee visitations with relatives and legal counsel. * Assists in preparing appropriate documentation to ensure release or a timely transfer of detainees. * May attend/testify in criminal and civil courts when summoned. * Effectively communicate with detainees, staff and visitors to maintain order and security. * Stock office supply inventories and monitor detention center equipment and supplies. * Cleans detention facilities. Other Important Duties: * Maintains various paper and computer records. * Prepares reports as required. * Attend training schools/seminars and other City related events which may require occasional overnight travel. * Performs other related duties as assigned. * Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of cash handling procedures, including the ability to accurately collect and county money and to make change. * Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and procedure applicable to incarceration of prisoners and civil rights. * Knowledge of penal codes as they relate to incarceration of prisoners. * Knowledge of internal detention security and order standards * Health and safety standards applicable to Detention facilities. * Knowledge of the order and decorum standards for appearing and testifying in court. * Proficient in the use of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software. * Must be able to type 20 words per minute. * Skill in effective oral and written communications including preparation and presentation of reports and materials. * Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns. * Knowledge of customer service and training methods and practices. * Knowledge of City policies and procedures. Education, Experience, and Certifications/Licenses: * High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience that support the ability to perform the essential functions and/or skills of the job. * Must obtain certificate of completion of Basic Jailer training program within one (1) year of employment. * Must be able to successfully complete training in defensive tactics within one (1) year of employment and maintain proficiency in defense tactics. * Must be a United States citizen. * Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. * Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, polygraph, psychological examination, physical agility test, criminal background check and MVR check. * Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver's License. Environmental Factors and Conditions: * Work is performed in office and on-site environments. * Maintains level of physical fitness to safely respond and assist other detention officers when necessary. * Must be able to restrain hostile and/or combative individuals. Physical Demands: * This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed. A complete description of the activities below is available upon request from Human Resources. * Balancing - maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching. * Climbing - ascending, descending ladders, stairs, ramps, requires body agility. * Crawling - moving about on hands, knees, or hands, feet. * Crouching - bending body forward by bending leg, spine. * Feeling - perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips. * Fingering - picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand. * Grasping - applying pressure to object with fingers, palm. * Handling - picking, holding, or working with whole hand. * Hearing 1 - perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information. * Hearing 2 - receive detailed information, make discrimination in sound. * Kneeling - bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees. * Lifting - raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back. * Mental Acuity - ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning. * Pulling - use upper extremities to exert force, haul or tug. * Pushing - use upper extremities to press against objects with force, or thrust forward, downward, outward. * Reaching - extending hands or arms in any direction. * Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers. * Speaking - expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely. * Standing - for sustained periods of time. * Stooping - bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back. * Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word. * Talking 2 - shouting to be heard above ambient noise. * Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading. * Visual Acuity 2 - color, depth perception, field of vision. * Visual Acuity 3 - determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures. * Visual Acuity 5 -close acuity for inspection of small defects, machines, use measurement devices, or fabricate parts. * Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site. Work Environment: * Work performed is primarily medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

This is a part-time position and is ineligible for benefits. The purpose of the Detention Officer is to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the patrol division of the police department by supplementing the patrol force through the assumption of duties not requiring sworn personnel. Such duties may include vacation house checks, traffic control, jail operations/prisoner transports, and ordinance enforcement. As a condition of employment in the status of this position, all Detention Officers must be able to perform the entire list of duties as outlined in this job description. In addition, you must be motivated to accept new challenges and finding creative solutions, take ownership and pride by demonstrating the Town of Little Elm's Core Values of Integrity, Customer Service, Efficiency and Innovation. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE * All Detention Officers must possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications: * Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalency certificate. * Must have demonstrated a positive work history with a good attendance record. * Must meet health standards not to pose a risk to health or safety of others in the workplace, or to persons they come into contact with while in the performance of duty. This risk shall include infections or communicable diseases deemed a medical high threat, and dysfunctional mental or psychological disorders. REQUIREMENTS * Must be a United States citizen. * Must be 18 years of age * Must not have been convicted of any Class A misdemeanor or felony criminal offenses. * Must not have been convicted of any Class B Misdemeanor offenses within the past five (5) years and must not have been convicted of any crimes involving moral turpitude * Must possess 20/20 corrected vision and 20/200 uncorrected LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES * Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's License. * Must complete Basic Municipal Jail Training within six months. LANGUAGE SKILLS * Must be able to read and write the English language. Ability to speak Bilingual a plus. REASONING ABILITY * Possess the ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions. * Be able to formulate and employ appropriate courses of action when no specific role or procedure has been established. * Be able to supply reasoning skills to actual situations. * Possess adequate memory capacity sufficient to remember various types of information that is necessary to carry out their duties successfully. * Must be able to assess a person's intentions, behavior, and emotional state in order to make appropriate reactive and proactive decisions and responses. * Must be able to tolerate many types of stress without medication. * Must be able to make appropriate decisions regarding the fight or flight psychological response. * Must be able to control their emotions in the face of divergent interpersonal or life-threatening and traumatic situations. * Adequately maneuver a vehicle day and night, in all weather conditions. * Engage in physical defensive and offensive tactics; overcome and apprehend violently resistive people, and properly use the handcuffs, and mace. * Must also be able to conduct in custody prisoner searches. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must have the ability to efficiently, effectively, and safely perform all of the essential required duties and tasks of the position. The following outlines the required abilities: It is imperative that all Detention Officers possess and maintain the essential physical abilities to perform their job safely. They must be physically capable to the extent that they are not a liability to themselves or others. They must be able to handle numerous emergency situations that will tax their physical abilities. They must be able to provide protection to themselves and others without the premature or unnecessary use of deadly force. They must maintain a standard of physical fitness in accordance with citizen expectations and department policy. a. Range of Motion/Flexibility: A Detention Officer must: Be able to move rapidly from a sedentary to active position in response to emergency conditions or perceived deadly force encounters .Have the flexibility to rapidly assume a variety of positions to employ "cover and concealment" during emergency circumstances or perceived deadly force encounters. Possess the necessary range of motion to overcome or respond to physical attack or effectively disengage an attacker or escape and summon aid. Possess the quickness to be able to run short distances in order to escape danger, retreat from attack or take over or chase suspects on foot for short and long distances. b. Manual Dexterity/Motor Skills: A Detention Officer must: Have the dexterity to be proficient in the use of their defensive tactics equipment such as handcuffs, and pepper spray. Possess the ability to operate all the equipment and tools necessary to perform the job tasks such as computers, mobile and portable radios, vehicles, fax machines, video and audio equipment. c. Aerobic Endurance: A Detention Officer must: Possess the ability to engage prisoners without inordinate endangerment to themselves or others. They must also possess the endurance to overcome physical resistance during physical confrontations. d. Strength: A Detention Officer must possess sufficient strength to: Deliver CPR for extended periods of time. Carry and use emergency equipment and supplies. Overcome resistance or subdue physically violent persons. Physically defend oneself or others from violent assault without the use of deadly force. e. Sight and Visual Activity: A Detention Officer must: Be able to discern the various colors and not have any color blindness that could prove a risk to himself or others. Possess adequate depth perception in order to judge distances and estimate speed. Possess adequate night vision that will permit the safe operation of motor vehicles and allow identification of dangerous obstacles, or persons in conditions of darkness. Possess adequate peripheral vision to allow the safe operation of vehicles in a variety of environments. f. Hearing: A Detention Officer must: Possess the ability to hear adequately over the mobile and handheld radios as well as the telephone. Be able to determine the point of origin of noises or sounds as during building or area searches for example. Be able to identify different types of sound. g. Smell: A Detention Officer must possess the ability to smell smoke, electrical hazards, and different types of fumes, toxic or otherwise. WORK ENVIRONMENT In carrying out the duties of a Detention Officer, the following conditions or exposures can be expected to be encountered. * Routine work indoors 65% of the job. * Routine work in vehicles/outdoors 35% of the job. * Working alone. * Working all shifts and days of the week. * Close physical contact with people. * Exposure to blood and other bodily fluids. * Work in all weather conditions. * Work on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces. * Exposure to bodily injury or dangerous conditions. * Work in confined spaces, requiring cramped body positions. * Work in darkness or very dim lighting conditions. * Exposure to loud noises. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Listed below are many of the specific job tasks or functions typically required of a Detention Officer. This list should not be considered all-inclusive as additional job tasks may be required by either circumstances or ranking officers. * Daily inspection of the jail facility notifying the on-duty supervisor of any deficiencies or security concerns within the facility or individual cell. * The feeding of prisoners and stocking of food supply, according to jail General Orders * The inspection of prisoners held within the Little Elm jail in accordance with the Department's General Orders. * The booking, release, and processing of prisoners within the Little Elm jail, including visitations, bonding procedure, and arraignments. * The replenishment of supplies and linen for use within The Little Elm jail * The Detention Officer is responsible to follow prescribed procedures for the treatment, movement, care, and security of all persons held within the Little Elm jail facility. * At all times, safety and proper procedure will be followed to ensure the integrity and security of the jail facility and minimize the threat, potential threat, or opportunity for threat toward any person or employee of the department. * At all times, the policy involving jail operations will be closely followed by the Detention Officer while working within the jail facility. * Complete walk-in fingerprints people. * Completion of vacation house checks daily inspections. * Assist with vehicle impounds, awaiting arrival of wrecker services. * Traffic control and direction: around fire ground operations, disabled vehicles, accident scenes, stranded motorists, and special functions when necessary. * Complete and file class "C" reports for minor incidents and offenses which are classified as "walk-in" reports to the police facility. * Assigned ordinance enforcement duties and/or follow-ups. * Any other assignments given by the Operations Division Commander. E.O.E. The Town of Little Elm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

The Detention Officer I performs specialized law enforcement work in the care and security of inmates to ensure their constitutional rights and welfare are safeguarded in the County Jail. Work involves admitting and booking inmates, supervising trustees, ensuring security of inmates and Jail, performing commissary duties, receiving and maintaining an inventory of inmate property and supplies, performing control operations, performing inmate classification duties, and preparing and transporting inmates. Additional responsibilities may include monitoring cameras, monitoring emergency systems, performing various life and fire safety activities, performing telephone and radio communications and performing duties as a member of the Extraction Team. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee must exercise alertness and independent judgment in dealing with unusual situations. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of jail work. Examples of Duties Admits prisoners to the County Jail; ensures that inmates are properly booked and searched, and that inmates are allowed calls to attorneys and relatives; calls bondsman if necessary; and advises prisoners of all jail rules and regulations. Reviews logs and reports from previous shift; maintains knowledge of inmate population and cell assignments; completes activity logs and reports. Patrols entire jail area to prevent escapes and maintain order; monitors cameras showing interior and exterior perimeter(s); video-tapes incoming inmates; and monitors emergency systems. Supervises inmate trustees performing various duties such as serving meals to inmates, loading and unloading materials at the dock, cleaning jail cells, performing laundry detail, and performing kitchen detail. Issues linen, clothing, toilet supplies; supervises shower and inventory of supplies; oversees cafeteria area. Distributes mail to prisoners; provides inmates with paper, pencils and envelopes; collects outgoing mail from inmates. Inspects the cleaning of jail to meet requirements of state and local officials. 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. Performs various life safety functions which require training in CPR and fire safety and suppression. Answers telephone and assists the public with questions concerning inmate status. Assists visitors, inspects items brought to jail for inmates. Receives, secures, logs, and receipts inmates' property, properly storing and returning appropriate items upon release. Selects, reviews, and monitors housing assignments of inmates according to proper classification mandated by Texas Criminal Justice Standards using custody assessment system; reviews and updates inmate custody status in reference to bond amount changes, charges added and dismissed; and completes daily population counts. Sorts incoming inmate mail; opens and searches mail for money or contraband; logs and receipts money and property not given to inmates; and delivers mail to designated areas within the jail. Mails packages for inmates. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age. High School diploma or GED required. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must attain certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as a Jailer within one (1) year of employment. Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days. Supplemental Information EMPLOYEE IS SUBJECT TO THE USUAL POTENTIAL HAZARDS OF CONTACT WITH INMATES. To ensure proper delivery of emails please add ********************* to your email safe list.

Functions as a journey level Juvenile Detention Officer, providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility. Education, Experience and Training: Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. One (1) year of work related experience. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 90 days of hire. Must be certified as required by applicable standards for the facility/department assigned within six months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license, with a good driving record. Must pass an extensive background investigation. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. The employee will also be subject to shift changes. · “Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/ aggressive acts; should possess a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment.” · An employee may be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on the needs of the Department. · Working in a 24-hour facility may make the employee subject to working mandatory overtime or remaining on duty and working all, or a part of, an additional shift (“double shift”). · The incumbent is / may be considered to be ‘essential personnel' subject to being held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at all times. When required, you will be notified by your supervisor. · Must be at least 21 years of age (for applicable positions) and must pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment or all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Works inside a secured facility with potential exposure to hepatitis, tuberculosis, lice and other diseases. Ability to restrain and/or chase youths. May be required to utilize vehicle to transport youths. 1. Provides direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility to ensure the health, safety and welfare of each youth is in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and all applicable standards. 2. Provides individual and group counseling to all youths to promote and increase personal awareness of responsibilities and alternatives. 3. Makes critical and sound judgements and decisions during crisis or potentially dangerous situations, only in the absence of the supervisor; informs supervisor of problems or situations encountered and actions taken; and documents actions. 4. Disciplines youths by enforcing the rules of the facility, documents behavior and other specific information and forwards to appropriate personnel. 5. Serves as back-up to staff and assumes all duties as necessary, i.e., administering medications, transporting youths to appointments, processing intake assessments or discharges, and disciplining youths. Must be physically able to perform “handling with care techniques, including takedowns, chasing and restraining youth” as outlined in the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) requirement. 6. Conducts inspections, rounds and drills which includes room checks and physical searches of youths. 7. Transports youths to and from appointments. 8. Coordinates and provides daily educational and entertaining program activities. 9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications for Employment: U.S. Citizen At least 21 years of age at the time of certification. Must never have been on court-ordered supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Must not be currently charged with any criminal offense for which conviction would bar TCOLE licensure. Must never have been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years. Must never have been convicted or placed on community supervision in any court for an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code. Good moral character. Stable employment record. Good credit rating. Good driving record. Unsatisfactory driving history is defined as: Three (3) moving violations within the past three (3) years. Three (3) or more moving violations and chargeable vehicle collisions, in any combination, within the past three (3) years. Two (2) chargeable vehicle collisions within the past two (2) years. Evidence of an unsatisfactory driving record may include, but is not limited to, defensive driving courses, driver license returns, and local records checks. Must have a valid driver license. Must not have a history of drug addiction. Use of any illegal substances or substances with potential abuse, such as prescription drugs, will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Must be able to testify as a witness in a criminal court case. Applicants with prior documented disqualifying behavior will not be considered for employment. Education Requirements: Sixty (60) hours or more of college credit toward a degree plan at the time of hiring. Credits from developmental or remedial education courses will not be counted. Forty-five (45) hours of college credit with: Two (2) or more years as a sworn peace officer, active-duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces with Honorable Discharge, or full-time employment with the organization at the time of hiring. Or four (4) or more Good/Satisfactory Reserve/National Guard years at the time of appointment. Four (4) or more years of active-duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces with Honorable Discharge, or four (4) or more years as a sworn peace officer, or six (6) or more Good/Satisfactory Reserve/National Guard years at the time of appointment. Three (3) or more years employed with the organization at the time of appointment. All college credits must come from an accredited institution as defined by TCOLE Rule 211.1, with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Time credited for experience in each category is mutually exclusive and cannot be combined with other categories to reduce college hour requirements. Experience level must be continuous and as of the date of the Civil Service examination. Working Place: Carrollton, Texas, United States Company : Dec 18th - Carrollton Police Dept

**This is a part-time position and is ineligible for benefits. The purpose of the Detention Officer is to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the patrol division of the police department by supplementing the patrol force through the assumption of duties not requiring sworn personnel. Such duties may include vacation house checks, traffic control, jail operations/prisoner transports, and ordinance enforcement. As a condition of employment in the status of this position, all Detention Officers must be able to perform the entire list of duties as outlined in this job description. In addition, you must be motivated to accept new challenges and finding creative solutions, take ownership and pride by demonstrating the Town of Little Elm's Core Values of Integrity, Customer Service, Efficiency and Innovation. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE All Detention Officers must possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications: Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalency certificate. Must have demonstrated a positive work history with a good attendance record. Must meet health standards not to pose a risk to health or safety of others in the workplace, or to persons they come into contact with while in the performance of duty. This risk shall include infections or communicable diseases deemed a medical high threat, and dysfunctional mental or psychological disorders. REQUIREMENTS Must be a United States citizen. Must be 18 years of age Must not have been convicted of any Class A misdemeanor or felony criminal offenses. Must not have been convicted of any Class B Misdemeanor offenses within the past five (5) years and must not have been convicted of any crimes involving moral turpitude Must possess 20/20 corrected vision and 20/200 uncorrected LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's License. Must complete Basic Municipal Jail Training within six months. LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to read and write the English language. Ability to speak Bilingual a plus. REASONING ABILITY Possess the ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions. Be able to formulate and employ appropriate courses of action when no specific role or procedure has been established. Be able to supply reasoning skills to actual situations. Possess adequate memory capacity sufficient to remember various types of information that is necessary to carry out their duties successfully. Must be able to assess a person's intentions, behavior, and emotional state in order to make appropriate reactive and proactive decisions and responses. Must be able to tolerate many types of stress without medication. Must be able to make appropriate decisions regarding the fight or flight psychological response. Must be able to control their emotions in the face of divergent interpersonal or life-threatening and traumatic situations. Adequately maneuver a vehicle day and night, in all weather conditions. Engage in physical defensive and offensive tactics; overcome and apprehend violently resistive people, and properly use the handcuffs, and mace. Must also be able to conduct in custody prisoner searches. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must have the ability to efficiently, effectively, and safely perform all of the essential required duties and tasks of the position. The following outlines the required abilities: It is imperative that all Detention Officers possess and maintain the essential physical abilities to perform their job safely. They must be physically capable to the extent that they are not a liability to themselves or others. They must be able to handle numerous emergency situations that will tax their physical abilities. They must be able to provide protection to themselves and others without the premature or unnecessary use of deadly force. They must maintain a standard of physical fitness in accordance with citizen expectations and department policy. a. Range of Motion/Flexibility: A Detention Officer must: Be able to move rapidly from a sedentary to active position in response to emergency conditions or perceived deadly force encounters .Have the flexibility to rapidly assume a variety of positions to employ “cover and concealment” during emergency circumstances or perceived deadly force encounters. Possess the necessary range of motion to overcome or respond to physical attack or effectively disengage an attacker or escape and summon aid. Possess the quickness to be able to run short distances in order to escape danger, retreat from attack or take over or chase suspects on foot for short and long distances. b. Manual Dexterity/Motor Skills : A Detention Officer must: Have the dexterity to be proficient in the use of their defensive tactics equipment such as handcuffs, and pepper spray. Possess the ability to operate all the equipment and tools necessary to perform the job tasks such as computers, mobile and portable radios, vehicles, fax machines, video and audio equipment. c. Aerobic Endurance : A Detention Officer must: Possess the ability to engage prisoners without inordinate endangerment to themselves or others. They must also possess the endurance to overcome physical resistance during physical confrontations. d. Strength: A Detention Officer must possess sufficient strength to: Deliver CPR for extended periods of time. Carry and use emergency equipment and supplies. Overcome resistance or subdue physically violent persons. Physically defend oneself or others from violent assault without the use of deadly force. e. Sight and Visual Activity : A Detention Officer must: Be able to discern the various colors and not have any color blindness that could prove a risk to himself or others. Possess adequate depth perception in order to judge distances and estimate speed. Possess adequate night vision that will permit the safe operation of motor vehicles and allow identification of dangerous obstacles, or persons in conditions of darkness. Possess adequate peripheral vision to allow the safe operation of vehicles in a variety of environments. f. Hearing : A Detention Officer must: Possess the ability to hear adequately over the mobile and handheld radios as well as the telephone. Be able to determine the point of origin of noises or sounds as during building or area searches for example. Be able to identify different types of sound. g. Smell: A Detention Officer must possess the ability to smell smoke, electrical hazards, and different types of fumes, toxic or otherwise. WORK ENVIRONMENT In carrying out the duties of a Detention Officer, the following conditions or exposures can be expected to be encountered. Routine work indoors 65% of the job. Routine work in vehicles/outdoors 35% of the job. Working alone. Working all shifts and days of the week. Close physical contact with people. Exposure to blood and other bodily fluids. Work in all weather conditions. Work on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces. Exposure to bodily injury or dangerous conditions. Work in confined spaces, requiring cramped body positions. Work in darkness or very dim lighting conditions. Exposure to loud noises. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Listed below are many of the specific job tasks or functions typically required of a Detention Officer. This list should not be considered all-inclusive as additional job tasks may be required by either circumstances or ranking officers. Daily inspection of the jail facility notifying the on-duty supervisor of any deficiencies or security concerns within the facility or individual cell. The feeding of prisoners and stocking of food supply, according to jail General Orders The inspection of prisoners held within the Little Elm jail in accordance with the Department's General Orders. The booking, release, and processing of prisoners within the Little Elm jail, including visitations, bonding procedure, and arraignments. The replenishment of supplies and linen for use within The Little Elm jail The Detention Officer is responsible to follow prescribed procedures for the treatment, movement, care, and security of all persons held within the Little Elm jail facility. At all times, safety and proper procedure will be followed to ensure the integrity and security of the jail facility and minimize the threat, potential threat, or opportunity for threat toward any person or employee of the department. At all times, the policy involving jail operations will be closely followed by the Detention Officer while working within the jail facility. Complete walk-in fingerprints people. Completion of vacation house checks daily inspections. Assist with vehicle impounds, awaiting arrival of wrecker services. Traffic control and direction: around fire ground operations, disabled vehicles, accident scenes, stranded motorists, and special functions when necessary. Complete and file class “C” reports for minor incidents and offenses which are classified as "walk-in" reports to the police facility. Assigned ordinance enforcement duties and/or follow-ups. Any other assignments given by the Operations Division Commander. E.O.E. The Town of Little Elm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.