Detention Deputy - Sheriff's Office - Fort Bend County

Overview

Ensures the safety and security of inmates incarcerates, in parole unit, pre-trial, and/or awaiting court trial while maintaining custody and control as prescribed by rules and regulations.  Participates in Planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

Responsibilities

• May be assigned duties in Transport, Utility, Food Service and Bailiff Department. 
• Conducts head count and door checks on a regular basis. 
• Conducts strip searches as needed. 
• Classifies incoming inmates, fingerprints, and completes required paperwork. 
• Restrains inmates as needed in any confrontation with staff or other inmates. 
• Maintains custody while providing a safe environment. 
• Maintains facility and grounds as assigned. 
• Assists in supervision of recreational activities. 
• Supervises feeding and hygiene activities of inmates. 
• Supervises law library as assigned. 
• Inspects cell visually and recognizes inmates requiring reclassification based upon physical or mental state. 
• Prepares reports as required on activities, incidents, shakedowns, searches, and other functions. 
• Files criminal charges on inmates found to be in violation of penal code laws. 
• Assists and/or instructions other employees with their duties. 
• Serves as interpreter for non-English speaking inmates, if bilingual. 
• Logs inmate activities and departmental services to inmates as litigation prevention. 
• Notifies supervisor when criminal activity, contraband or escape attempts are detected. 
• Recognizes signs of physical abuse and communicates to Medical Officer on duty. 
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Currently holds or eligible* to hold a Peace Officer License awarded by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).  *At time of application must have passed a Basic Police Academy and passed the TCOLE Licensing Exam.  
• One year experience in a law enforcement agency performing peace officer, telecommunication, or correctional officer duties; or two years military service with an honorable discharge; or 30 semester credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 from an accredited college or university. 
• Verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Organizational skills and ability to complete assigned projects in timely manner. 
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must maintain all requirements to be licensed as a peace officer under TCOLE rules. 
• When duty assignment is in Detention Bureau, must obtain and maintain correctional officer certification per TCOLE rules (this is not a prerequisite to assignment, may be completed after assignment starts).
• Must complete a Modified Field Training Officer Program.

STARTING SALARY:  $27.01 per hour

CLOSING DATE:  Upon Filling Position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

PLEASE NOTE: QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL ADDRESS GIVEN DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS. 

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

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