Correctional Officer, Sr. jobs in Savannah, GA

JOB SUMMARY:

Enforces all rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and state laws necessary for the control and management of offenders and the maintenance of public safety.

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES:

•   Serve as an (SRG) Security Risk Group or gang officer monitoring and documenting uprisings in gang trends, paraphernalia and temperament within facilities and communities.
•    Participate in joint task force apprehensions for the recovery of exploited youth.
•    Conduct apprehensions of offenders found in violations of care and custody or protection orders or protection orders.  
•    Conduct secure transports of offenders.
•    Conduct shakedowns and searches of secure facilities 
•    Provides safety and security for facility or community offices. 
•    May handle and train canines for tracking, search and rescue, guard duty and the detection of contraband. Inspects, inventories physical control of logs, keys, tools, and related equipment.
•    Maintains order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies, and laws.
•    Observe the conduct and behavior of offenders to prevent disturbances and escapes 
•    Oversee offenders during work assignments, furloughs, meals, and recreation periods. 
•    Conduct patrols of assigned areas and prepare related administrative reports.
•    Prepares admissions, program releases, transfers, and other related reports.
•    Responds to emergencies in agency facilities and communities.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

Active Basic Law Enforcement Certification in good standing with the state of Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council