Corrections Officer I

The purpose of this classification is to provide and maintain security, safety, care, and control of inmates, ARCCI facility, and facility equipment. Incumbents in this class are new to the department and are expected to complete required training within required timeframes.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors and accounts for the inmates: conducts intake of inmates on arrival; monitors and ensures that all inmates are accounted for and are secured in their cells; conducts walkthroughs and body counts; and monitors the and video surveillance system; check locks, fences; Supervises feeding, recreation and visitation of inmates.
• Monitors inmate health status: monitors and conducts basic evaluations of health status; involves healthcare professionals as needed; and escorts or transports inmates to medical facilities following doctor or nurse recommendation. Administers medications and first aid and respond to inmates requests for medical attention.
• Transports inmates to different locations: and transports or escorts inmates to different locations within the facility or to locations outside the facility.
• Ensures the security and safety of facility staff and visitors: monitors visitor access to facilities and conducts searches for contraband materials; and escorts visitors within the facility.
• Prepares and maintains logs of daily activities: fills-out inmate count sheets, tatoo logs, key counts, dorm rosters, disciplinary reports, check lists, and other documentation; updates information in computer; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.