Location: Georgetown,TX, USA
Salary: $24.52 HourlyLocation : Georgetown: 306 W 4th Street, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 14.02698Department: Sheriffs OfficeDivision: CorrectionsOpening Date: 07/09/2024Closing Date: 9/30/2024 11:59 PM CentralFLSA: Non-ExemptJOB SUMMARYReporting directly to a Sergeant or Lieutenant, responsible for supervising inmates and providing care, safety, and security while maintaining rules, regulations, and cleanliness of the Williamson County Jail. Works in one of three general post assignments: Booking, Pod, Medical, or Floor. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Maintains safety and security in the JailReceives, books, and secures inmates upon arrivalOversees and maintains area of assigned responsibilityConducts daily physical inspections and searches of the facilities, inmates, and visitorsSupervises inmates' activities (i.e. recreation, visitation, meals, etc.)Posts, maintains, and enforces jail rules as well as state, federal, and departmental policies and proceduresObserves inmates to detect, deter, and/or prevent self-destructive or criminal behaviorsAssists with transport of inmatesPerforms special duties as assignedMedical Assignment (in addition to duties listed above)Responds to medical emergencies and/or needs of inmates; arranges or provides treatment as neededImplements basic and advanced life support according to standing orders and state guidelinesDispenses medications as prescribed by doctorEvaluates and examines medical/mental histories of inmates; determines nature and extent of injuriesPerforms medical testing including tuberculosis and blood sugar levelStabilizes and monitors inmates before and during transport to hospitalMaintains medical charts, records, and exam roomsProvides health care instruction and counseling to inmatesAssists physicians, psychiatrist, and dentist and schedules appointmentsCoordinates efforts with public safety personnelORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPSReports directly to - Sergeant or LieutenantDirect Reports - NoPHYSICAL DEMANDS Position involves physically subduing and restraining aggressive inmatesPosition involves constantly standing and walking on concrete floors while making roundsPosition involves dragging a minimum of 165 pounds (training/recruitment mannequin) in a manner consistent with rescue and restraint maneuversPosition involves to hearing audible sounds and speaking in a clear understandable voicePosition may involve working day and/or overnight shiftsENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Maximum security facility behind locked doorsExposure to individuals accused or convicted of crimes, individuals with risk of illness, and potential biohazardsMay be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS All: High School diploma or equivalentAll: Must be at least 18 years of age per Rule 217.1 of the Texas Administrative Code Medical Assignment: Graduate of an accredited Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) programSee required licenses and certifications belowLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequiredMedical Assignment: Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) licenseMedical Assignment: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Required within thirty (30) days of employmentAll: Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) trainingAll: Valid Texas driver's licenseRequired within twelve (12) months of employmentAll: Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Jailer certificationPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS All: One (1) year of experience working in a correctional facility securing, searching, and monitoring inmatesMedical Assignment: Associates degree in a related fieldMedical Assignment: Prior experience working in a correctional facility involving daily contact with inmatesMedical Assignment: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificationBilingual (Spanish)EMPLOYMENT TESTING Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:Criminal background check: YesMotor Vehicle Record check: YesDrug screening: YesPhysical exam: YesPsychological exam: Per TCOLE standardsAdditional: Written tests, Oral Board SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONA Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) ###-#### or visit our website at Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICYWilliamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-###-####.01 Do you have a high school diploma, or equivalent? Yes No 02 Have you graduated from an accredited EMT and/or Paramedic program? Yes No 03 If so, please indicate below the specific certification, the name of the issuing organization. 04 Do you have the following certification: Medical Technician (EMT-B) License? Yes No 05 Do you have a certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)? Yes No 06 Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Texas Driver's License within 30 days of hire? Yes No 07 Have you been certified or licensed by Texas Department of State Health Services as an EMT or Paramedic? Yes No 08 Have you ever received a conviction or deferred adjudication of a class A misdemeanor offense? Yes No 09 Have you received a conviction or deferred adjudication of a felony offense? Yes No 10 Have you received a conviction or deferred adjudication of a class B misdemeanor offense within the last 10 years? Yes No 11 Have you ever received a conviction or deferred adjudication for family violence? Yes No 12 Obtaining a TCOLE license is a requirement of this position. Texas Administrative Code outlines the minimum requirements regarding residency, criminal background, and education to obtain a TCOLE license. Please follow this link or copy and paste the link into your browser to review the TCOLE minimum requirements: Yes, I have reviewed the TCOLE Requirements. 13 After reviewing the minimum requirements, I confirm that I am eligible to obtain a TCOLE license. Yes, I am eligible to obtain a TCOLE license. No, I am not eligible to obtain a TCOLE license. Required Question