Detention Center Deputy - KENTON COUNTY FISCAL COURT : Job Details

DescriptionDeputies perform work of moderate difficulty and responsibility involving the supervision of Kenton County Detention Center inmates thus being responsible for the security and control of adult offenders. Assignments could be in the area of custody, processing andcontrol or other specialize program or unit. Reports to Shift Sergeant or other supervisory officers as indicated by the chain of command.RequirementsDesirable Knowledge, Skill, & AbilitiesGood Knowledge of:

• The principles, practices and security requirements involved in the operation of a detention facility.
• Detention rules, regulations, procedures and applicable laws.
• Practices, techniques and methods relative to area of assignment.
• Restraining techniques and devices.
• Audio/video monitoring system and electronic security control operations.

Some Knowledge of:

• The overall Kenton County Detention Center operation, the court systems and various support services.
• Emergency plans and procedures.

Skill in:

• Self-defense and basic first aid.
• Taking fingerprints and mug shots
• The use of a personal computer and video programming equipment.

Ability to:

• Be alert, have good powers of observation and act quickly and calmly in emergency or dangerous situations.
• Maintain control and order in the facility and while escorting inmates.
• Prepares reports and maintain complete and accurate records.
• Effectively deal with inmates, visitors, and others in often irate and stressful situations.
• Learn the operation of various types of equipment and procedures associated with the position.
• Learn and apply standard policies and procedures of the Kenton County Detention Center.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, the general public, courts, attorneys, and other related officials.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Effectively perform duties relative to area of assignment.

Special & Physical Requirements

• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor.
• Completion of high school or GED.
• Subject to shift work, extended duty hours, twenty-four call-back, holidan and weekend duty.
• Subject to an extensive background check.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing and polygraph examination during employment.
• May be required to possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to operate County Government equipment and vehicles in a safe, prudent and responsible manner
• All positions require drug testing before employment and will require a pre-employment physical
• Pursuant to the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, all employees must remain drug and alcohol free when reporting to work, while at work and while engaged in any work related activities.
• Based on Federal Regulation 19-10 all positions in this classification are eligible for and will be offered hepatitis vaccinations. In addition, employees will be required to sign a statement stating they have accepted or declined the hepatitis vaccination.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Physical demands include standing, lifting, carrying, walking, bending and effectively dealing with inmate altercations.
• Must have the strength and agility to allow the employee to perform job duties which would be found at the level of medium work (i.e. exerting 20-50 pounds of force) and including occasional very heavy work (i.e. exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force).