Job Postings
Benefits for all Full-Time Positions
- 10-12 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays
- Personal/sick time - 1/2 day a month starting at the 2nd month
- Vacation after 6 months of employment
- Health insurance including, medical, dental and vision at 1st of month after 60 days
- County paid life insurance
- Retirement plan
Mechanic - Highway/Sheriff
Full-Time - 42.5 hours
Starting Wage: $23.67 without CDL, $26.06 with CDL
Serves as the Mechanic for all Sheriff Office vehicles as well as Highway equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Assist shop foreman in scheduling and performing adjustments, preventative maintenance and repairs on Sheriff Office vehicles as well as Highway Department.
- Repairs various parts as needed, including engines, transmissions, rear ends, brakes, lights, and hydraulics.
- Perform various mechanical trades in repairing and fabricating parts, including welding, brazing, torch cutting, wiring, and machining.
- Assist in unloading equipment by reading technical manuals and other related publications.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/HSE
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of Department safety policies and procedures and properly operate a variety of tools, equipment and vehicles, including wrenches, screw drivers, hammers, grinders, drills, air hammer, air compressor, cutting torch, welding equipment, tap/die sets, broom, sander, drill press, hydraulic jack.
- Ability to meet all Department hiring and retention requirements, including passage of a drug test, medical exam, and not posing a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
- Possession of or ability to obtain a CDL.
4/23/25
Health First Indiana (HFI) Fund Coordinator
Full-Time - 37.5 hours
Starting Wage: $26.99
The Health First Indiana Fund Coordinator works independently to perform a wide range of complex administrative and clerical duties to support the Health Department in executing the Health First Indiana program. This individual provides services to a wide range of internal and external contacts, anticipates and resolves problems, manages and coordinates all activities related to Health First Indiana, and updates the supervisor on the status of execution.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of the Health First Indiana program, including strategic planning submission, retention of program records, and prepare quarterly and annual reports as required by the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH).
- Prepare core services plan for Kosciusko County, provide updates on the core services plan, and ensure those are communicated to the appropriate parties. Follow-up the public health core services delivery. Create and review key performance indicators (KPI) to evaluate the impact of the plan in the community.
- Serve as the principal source of information on Health First Indiana and is responsible for communicating information to all applicable impacted parties.
- May be required to attend meetings of County governing bodies, make presentations and respond to inquiries regarding the program.
- Work with local partners and community-based organizations to complete the County and/or community health assessments, participate in meetings and activities as needed.
- Draft, edit and prepare correspondence, reports and other material using word processing, spreadsheets and/or databases.
- Prepare and maintain the program records and review complex documents, reports, etc., to assure compliance with requirements and/or government regulations and notify the supervisor of unusual situations.
- May be asked to arrange for the use of facilities to advise on Health First Indiana hosting meetings of the advisory committee and community meetings related to executing the program.
- Monitor and reconcile budget(s) including grants, maintain financial documentation, and proved information, research, statistics and analysis. Make recommendations on expenditures towards a defined budget and in accordance with the State and County key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Work in conjunction with the Health Department Administrator and Health Officer to ensure short and long-range goals of the Health First Indiana program are met. Revise goals in formulation with strategic directions and monitor progress towards achievement of goals.
- Periodically attend professional education workshops and seminars.
- Perform Health Department-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration preferred. Previous experience in a health-related field would beneficial.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Ability to meet all Department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
- Must have excellent written and communication skills and must be organized and have strong attention to detail.
- Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, elected officials, law enforcement agencies, IDOH, Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), social service agencies, physicians, hospitals, personnel from a variety of other health-related agencies, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.
- Thorough knowledge of standard office procedures and ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated processes, tasks and operations.
- Working knowledge of managing public health programs and processes, and ability to properly prepare and compile required reports and ensure compliance with Health First Indiana funding requirements.
- Ability to maintain positive community support and coordinate and present public speaking presentations and special events.
- Ability to comply with all employer and department policies and work rules, including but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace and personal conduct.
- Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.
3/28/25
Health First Indiana (HFI) Secretary
Full-Time - 37.5 hours
Starting Wage: $19.44
Responsibilities:
- Answer telephone, respond to inquiries, take messages or transfers to appropriate department or individual.
- Greet and assist office visitors, including assisting with various grant applications.
- Perform various clerical tasks, such as preparing letters, emails, documents and reports.
- Type, files, retrieve and copy various documents as assigned.
- Represent HFI on various committees and organizations, including but not limited to Breathe Well Coalition and Chronic Disease and Cancer Coalition.
- Attend meetings as needed and take notes for other HFI staff.
- Assist to maintain spreadsheets of HFI data and financial matters.
- Perform computer data entry and queries, including timely and accurate submission of HFI Core Public Health Tracker data.
- Collect statistics regarding HFI, prepare and submit reports.
- Organize marketing program for HFI, including but not limited to newspaper, social media, and radio.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or HSE required
- Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
- Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of state and local rules, regulations and procedures regarding HFI.
- Working knowledge of standard office procedures and ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated processes, tasks and operations.
- Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and ability to prepare detailed reports within established deadlines and prepare and present public speaking presentations.
- Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect.
3/20/25
4-H Summer Staff - Extension Office - 2 positions
Full-Time - 37.5 hours from late May through early August.
Starting Wage: $15.45
Responsibilities:
- Commitment and dedication to young people and their growth in all areas.
- Follow all 4-H guidelines and policies of the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service and Indiana 4-H Program in Kosciusko County.
- Promote favorable public relations and image for the 4-H program.
- Work directly under the supervision of the Purdue Extension Educators, the 4-H Administrative Assistant and 4-H Program Assistant.
- Assist with clerical, organizational, and educational responsibilities.
- Commit to working all hours as schedules the week before, during, and following the Kosciusko County Community Fair, which is July 6-12, 2025.
Qualifications:
- A willingness to become familiar with and work within the philosophy and guidelines of the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service and Indiana 4-H Program in Kosciusko County.
- A sincere interest in sharing knowledge and skills related to 4-H and youth development with youth and adults in a educational setting.
- The ability to work and communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms.
- Experience with the 4-H program as a youth member or adult volunteer preferred but not required.
- Must pass a mandatory drug test.
- College experience preferred.
3/20/25
Maintenance Technician
Full-Time - Mon - Fri, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Starting Wage: $24.61+ Depending on experience
Responsibilities:
- Perform general maintenance duties, including, but not limited to, raising flag, unlocking doors, turning on lights, hanging/removing signs, and preparing designated rooms for special meetings as scheduled. Assist with office renovation, demolition, clean up, furniture assembly, and moving offices.
- Maintain HVAC system, including but not limited to, change air filters, ensure proper upkeep of heating/cooling equipment such as maintain boiler and chiller equipment, service fan coils, change belts, heating and cooling valves, and motor replacement, and monitor system, assisted by Metasys system.
- Perform plumbing maintenance, including repairing water leaks, unclogging drains, and installing fixtures. Install and maintain Jail electronic and pneumatic plumbing and lift stations.
- Perform electrical maintenance to County buildings, fixtures, and equipment including testing circuits to locate problems and replacing equipment such as switches, outlets, and ballasts. Install LED upgrades. Perform diagnostics for electrical relay.
- Maintain sidewalks and grounds, including operating tractors for snow removal and yard maintenance.
- Maintain and service laundry equipment and commercial kitchen equipment, including but not limited to, dishwashers, garbage disposals, and steam kettle.
- Maintain serviceability of equipment and tools, notify Administrator of need for replacement of supplies, order supplies, and assist with putting away supplies when necessary.
- Diagnose and repair Jail pneumatic lock systems and jail door relays. Repair Jail window glass.
- Maintain and continually update all department repair and maintenance files. Prepare related reports required for Jail logs as well as air handler maintenance logs.
- Operate various tools and equipment.
- Perform walkthroughs with vendors prior to estimate process.
- Respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis while on call.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED
- Minimum of two years of related maintenance experience required. Jail maintenance is preferred.
- Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
- Thorough knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, painting, heating and cooling systems, with ability to effectively determine County buildings repair and maintenance needs.
- Thorough knowledge of Jail maintenance and plumbing systems, including pneumatic lock systems, door relays, electronic pneumatic plumbing and lift stations.
- Working knowledge of applicable safety practices, and regulations, with ability to evaluate work projects and procedures, take proper precautions, and instruct Department employees accordingly to ensure safety of self, co-workers, County personnel and visitors.
- Ability to properly and safely operate tools and equipment.
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position, including exposure to wet and icy conditions, working near chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, and dirt, and sitting and walking at will, standing/walking for long periods, lifting/carrying under 75 lbs, bending, crouching/kneeling, reaching, handling/grasping/carrying objects, pushing/pulling objects, far and close vision and hearing sounds/communication.
- Ability to occasionally work extended, evening, and/or weekend hours.
- Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
- Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.
3/12/25
Probation Officer - Probation
Full-Time - 37.5 hours
Starting Wage: $44,000/yr + depending on experience
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and assist individuals that are place on probation by all suitable methods including, but not limited to, conduct home visits, employment contacts, collect samples for random drug testing, maintain contact with counseling and other social service agencies, perform crisis management and mediation as needed, in accordance with I.C. 11-13-1-3.
- Furnish each person placed on probation a written statement of the conditions of probation and instruct them regarding the conditions of probation. I.C. 11-13-1-3
- Assess individuals after arrest, complete any assessments, including Pre-Trial Risk Assessment and the ODARA Assessment per Criminal Rule 26. If a hearing is required, the Probation Officer is responsible for preparing the Court, Prosecuting Attorney, and Defense Council with the information regarding the hearing.
- Prepare and file Pre-Trial Reports for the Court in accordance to assessment to aid the Court in a bond decision.
- Notify Prosecutor's Office daily of Probable Cause Arrests and eligibility for CR 26 Pre-Trial Release.
- Complete risk assessments in accordance with Indiana Risk Assessment (IRAS). Participate in mandatory communication with the Indiana Court Information Technology Extranet (INcite) to complete said risk assessments, per Indiana Probation Standards.
- Maintain Certification for INcite.
- Occasionally serve on 24-hour call, respond to emergencies as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice or related field.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- The ability to pass the Certified Probation officer certification by the Indiana Office of Court Services.
- The ability to pass and maintain an Indiana Risk Assessment certification.
- The ability to pass a drug test.
- Complete 12 hours of continuing education each year, including Evidence Based Practices.
- Working knowledge of the Indiana Criminal Code and Indiana Criminal Procedure.
- Must maintain confidentiality of court proceedings and case files.
2/25/25
PT Financial Deputy - Auditor
Part-Time - 25-29 hours
Starting Wage: $20.92
Responsibilities:
- Process claims for County, including, but not limited to, proofing claims submitted by various departments and ensuring accuracy for correct appropriation numbers and amounts, verifying vendors, compiling spreadsheet, printing checks and/or processing EFT, compiling checks and remittance slips, and preparing claim list for commissioners' approval, encumbering appropriations from previous year as necessary.
- Process account payable claims entered by various departments, verifying amounts and appropriation numbers, processing dockets and writing checks/processing EFT accordingly.
- Make corrections and/or updates to appropriate financial system as needed, including transferring finds, additional appropriations, receipt and claim adjustments, voiding checks, and adding/updating vendor information.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED
- Ability to meet all employer Department hiring requirements, including passage of drug test.
- Working knowledge of standard policies, practices, and legal requirements of excise taxes and Taxing System, with ability to effectively respond to inquiries, operate County computer systems, and apply appropriate procedures accordingly.
- Knowledge of standard accounting procedures and ability to perform arithmetic operations.
- Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and work rapidly for long periods, often under time pressure.
2/10/25
Truck Driver - Highway
Full-Time - 42.4 hours
Starting Wage: $21.81
Responsibilities:
- Operate various trucks and equipment in clearing and maintaining County rods and rights-of-way, including dump truck, pay loader, front-end loader, pugmill, chipper, excavator, grader, snow plow, paver, power broom, compaction rollers and pavement recycler.
- Haul and spread road materials, including gravel, sand, top dirt, asphalt, and salt.
- Install/remove permanent and emergency road signs, and install pavement and railroad crossing markings.
- Perform preventative maintenance on trucks and equipment, including washing, maintaining fluid levels, lubricating, changing oil and tires, and record on maintenance log as required.
- Operate chain saws, mowers, and chipper in removing weeds, brush and storm-damaged trees from rights-of-way, including road sides, culverts, guard rails, and bridges.
- Lift and load pipes and guard rails, shoveling and spreading road patching materials and picking up trash.
- Periodically operate semi-trailer to haul heavy equipment to/from work sites.
- Periodically assist with flagging/traffic control at work sites, and assist in excavating ditch/drainage sites and install and repair tile and culverts as needed.
- Serve on 24-hour call for emergency situations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and demonstrated safe driving record.
- Ability to meet all employer and Department hiring and retention requirements, including passage of a drug test, medical exam, and not posing a direct threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace.
- Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of safety policies and procedures and properly operate trucks, related equipment and tools, including dump truck, pay loader, pugmill, grader, front-end loader, chipper, snow plow, paver, power broom, compaction rollers, pavement recycler, chain saw, cutting torch, welding equipment, shovel rake, pruner, and various hand tools.
- Working knowledge of and ability to physically and safely perform assigned duties which may involve sitting and/or standing/walking for long periods, heavy lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling objects, reaching, bending, and grasping objects.
- Ability to work with or be exposed to violent/irate individuals and respond to situations involving potential physical harm to self and others.
2/5/25
Chief Deputy - Surveyor
Full-Time - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Mon - Fri
Starting: $46,866/yr
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and direct assigned personnel, including interviewing candidates, contractors, and vendors, make hiring recommendations, plan and make work assignments, monitor work, evaluate performance, and maintain discipline.
- Respond to and investigate drainage problems and complaints, including providing assistance, making field inspections and meeting with property owners, contractors, and vendors.
- Supervise notification of property owners upcoming drainage projects as required. Coordinate time schedules and communicates with property owners and contractors.
- Assist and educate individuals, offices and agencies regarding section corners, benchmarks, regulated drains, legal survey records, aerial photographs, topographical maps, historical county records, minutes, records, and research materials within the office.
- Research and interpret regulated drain records in clarifying subsurface drain locations, drainage watershed boundaries and acreage affected by county drains.
- Supervise and direct drainage maintenance contractors and vendors, monitor their progress, project budget, and completion dates. Monitor contractors and subcontractors to maintain quality, price control and ensure good public relations.
- Authorize drainage maintenance work orders for Kosciusko County Drainage Board. authorize purchase of supplies and materials and change orders to assigned work as directed.
- Complete forms for obtaining permits from Federal, State, and local agencies and maintain contact with agencies related to drainage projects.
- Attend meetings with local, state and federal agencies and organizations to represent Drainage Board.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/HSE with three (3) years of work-related experience or Bachelor's degree in related field.
- Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including the passage of a drug test and medical exam.
- Thorough knowledge of and ability to read maps, legal descriptions, county geography, and ability to accurately research and review records, identify and resolve discrepancies and communicate with and assist the public as needed.
- Practical knowledge and ability to communicate information on section corners, benchmarks, regulated drains, drainage codes, legal survey records, aerial photographs, and topographical maps.
- Working knowledge of Indiana Drainage Code.
- Ability to occasionally work extended and evening hours and travel out of town meetings training.
9/26/24
PT Registered Nurse for the Immunization Clinic - K21 Building
Hours will vary
Starting Wage: $24.32
Responsibilities:
- Assist with vaccine clinics administering vaccines
- Assist with lead testing
- Ability to be back up coordinator when needed
2/23/24
Merit Deputy - Sheriff's Office
Full-Time - 12-hour shift
Starting Wage: $29.70
Responsibilities:
- Enforce local and state laws by implementing effective policy for the prevention and investigation of crimes to protect the lives and property of the people.
- Regularly patrol all roads within the County and other designated areas, ensuring the security of residences and businesses, investigate and report suspicious or unlawful activities, and perform necessary actions to ensure the proper enforcement of applicable laws.
- Monitor radio and other communication devices and respond to citizens' calls of distress and complaints of alleged unlawful activity. Assess and bring situations under control and take statements from victims and witnesses. Provide appropriate assistance and unsure the lawful apprehension and arrest of criminal offenders as required by law.
- Perform vehicle stops, including checking for proper licensing and registration, enforce traffic laws and speed limits, issue warnings and/or citations, administer roadside sobriety tests as necessary, and effect arrests as warranted.
- Respond to and investigate traffic accidents. Assess extent of personal injuries, request emergency assistance, aid the injured, regulate and direct traffic, escort emergency vehicles and assist stranded motorists. Tag and dispose of abandoned vehicles as needed.
- Pursue suspect in vehicle and/or on foot, subdue and arrest suspects, advise of constitutional rights, search suspects/arrestees, seize weapons and/or contraband, and transport to detention facility.
- Respond to residential and business alarms, investigate potential unlawful activity and initiate appropriate action to properly enforce applicable laws and/or protect the lives and property of the public.
- Investigate misdemeanors and felony complaints for crimes against people, animals and/or property and missing persons. Investigate illegal possession, distribution, and sale of controlled substances.
- Maintain knowledge of criminal activities in the area.
- Secure, protect, and document crime scenes. Collect and preserve evidence, maintain chain of custody of evidence. Locate witnesses of criminal activities, interview and/or interrogate witnesses/suspects, and protect and/or counsel victims and witnesses.
- Conduct searches of both persons and property with and without a warrant in accordance with the law.
- Prepare and submit to superiors all required reports and summaries of activities according to established Department deadlines.
- Inspect condition of assigned vehicle and equipment and maintain uniform in a neat and professional manner.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of information/cases.
- Serve on 24-hour call for emergencies and respond to emergencies from an off-duty status.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/HSE
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Completion of Indiana Law Enforcement Academy for law enforcement officers. Possession of or ability to obtain handgun/firearm certification by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
- Possession of or ability to obtain/retain First Aid and CPR certification.
- Ability to meet all Departmental hiring and retention requirements, including passage of a drug screen and written, medical, and psychological exams.
- Thorough knowledge of and ability to make practical application of the customary practices, procedures, rules and regulations of the Department, to perform standardized patrol operations and take authoritative action as situations demand.
- Thorough knowledge of community geography and police jurisdiction/boundaries, and working knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.
- Working knowledge of and ability to use all assigned Department equipment and weapons, including but not limited to computer, keyboard, camera, vehicle, radio, binoculars, breathalyzer, rifle, handgun, shotgun, and handcuffs.
- Working knowledge of radio frequencies, codes, procedures, and limitations.
- Ability to work extended, irregular, evening, and/or weekend hours, and occasionally travel out of town for training, surveillance or transports, sometimes overnight.
- Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.
5/3/24
Housekeeper
Part-Time, Monday - Friday, 5-hour shift based on availability - hours are flexible
Starting Wage: $17.80
Responsibilities:
- Clean offices, meeting rooms, courtrooms, hallways, stairwells, entrances and elevators, including emptying trash cans, cleaning table tops, dusting, cleaning and polishing furniture, upholstery, walls, doors and woodwork, blinds, windows and window sills.
- Clean and disinfect bathrooms
- Vacuum, sweep, mop and dust
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/HSE
- Pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Able to stay on task and work independently
- Ability to work near chemicals, fumes, odors, dust and dirt
- Ability to stand for long periods of time, lifting/carrying under 25 lbs, bending, crouching/kneeling, reaching, handling/grasping/carrying objects and pushing/pulling.
5/3/24
Work Release Officer
Full-Time - 40 hours - Varying schedule
Starting Wage: $22.66
Responsibilities:
- Enforce local, state and federal laws by implementing effective policy to protect the lives and property of the people.
- Check inmates in and out of facility to be released for work, give breathalyzer tests, and search for weapons and other contraband when returning to the facility. Perform weekly comparison of inmates work hours and time spent out of facility.
- Drive inmates to bank and court. Maintain contact with inmates utilizing Sunday pass.
- Dispense prescribed medications and maintain accurate medication logs.
- Perform booking procedures for new inmates, including performing drug test, assigning room, and logging personal information into master file.
- Maintain accurate files and paperwork, including medical and medication logs, room assignments, and master file.
- Monitor inmates' activities and behaviors, ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations, and report all unusual and/or unruly activity to appropriate supervisor.
- Regularly inspect facility, ensuring security and monitoring the general health and welfare condition of inmates, and ensuring cleanliness and security of cell areas. Regularly search rooms, checking for illegal content, weapons, or other contraband.
- Answer telephone and greet jail office visitors, determine nature of call, respond to inquiries regarding detainee of the facility and/or route caller to appropriate person or department.
- Maintain inventory of supplies, ordering when needed.
- Make copies of inmate check stubs to ensure rent is paid and determine weekly fees.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma/HSE
- Ability to meet all employer and Departmental hiring requirements, including passage of a drug screen.
- Working knowledge of and ability to use all assigned Department equipment, including computer, breathalyzer, and drug/narcotic identification kit.
- Ability to perform essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self and other individuals in the workplace.
- Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to state requirements.
- Ability to work irregular, extended, evening, and/or weekend hours.
- Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.
5/3/24
Confinement Officer - (Jailer)
Full Time - 40 hours - Schedule Varies
Starting Wage: $25.04
Responsibilities:
- Serve as Jail Officer for the Kosciusko County Jail, responsible for maintaining security and order within the facility.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma/HSE
- Enforce local, state and federal laws by implementing effective policy to protect the lives and property of the people.
- Maintain interior and exterior security of jail facility, including monitoring surveillance cameras, operating electronic and digital door controls, monitoring activities of detainees, and conducting patrols. Maintain accurate accounting of all detainees, including conducting periodic cell checks, roll calls, head counts of detainees in assigned areas and opening and closing of cell block doors.
- Perform booking procedures of individuals being detained, including photographing, fingerprinting, entering required information on the computer, completing required forms and intake reports, receiving and receipting money and personal property, and searching detainees for weapons and contraband. Register sex offenders.
- Perform bonding procedures by completing required forms, receiving and receipting bond money, writing check to Clerk of the Courts, returning personal belongings and releasing detainee.
- Oversee detainee in allowable activities, such as telephone calls, commissary purchases, counsel, and family visitations. Distribute daily meals and ensure all trays are removed from cellblocks. Ensure personal hygiene of detainees and cleanliness of cell areas, accounting for all cleaning supplies and equipment issued to detainees.
- Provide detainees with prescribed medications according to orders of physician. Follow department procedures to ensure detainees receive proper medical attention.
- Ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations, record and report inappropriate behavior to appropriate department personnel, and take appropriate action to correct any problems that arise. Properly secure and/or physically restrain violent and uncontrollable detainees as situations demand.
- Transport and/or escort individuals detained by the County to various locations including court, Department of Corrections, or medical facilities and hospitals, appointments, recreation, library and other meeting activities.
- Supervise and direct daily activities of Trustees, including making work assignment and assuring proper accomplishments of duties.
- Respond to inquiries from family members, attorneys and members of the general public regarding visitation and status of individual detainees.
- Respond to detainee grievances following established chain of command procedures.
- Maintain and update institution logs, incident reports, daily activity reports, booking/release records and medical records. Submit all reports and summaries of activities according to established Department deadlines.
- Receive, sort and log incoming and outgoing mail and personal items for detainees as required.
5/3/24