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Job Position Profile
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Jail Technician - Boise, ID |
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Jail Technician |
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DUTY DESCRIPTION: Operates the jails electronic security system using a control console allowing movement in and out of the jail as well as within the jail; performs related duties as required. Position is located in the Ada County Sheriff's Office, Jail and Court Services Bureau.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitors and operates the audio-visual electronic control console;
Visually monitors movement within the jail facility and the perimeter;
Acts as the Incident Command Center during emergencies;
Monitors inmate telephone calls as needed;
Operates the closed circuit TV (CCTV) system;
Logs information relating to radio and key assignments and maintenance requests; and
Reports existing and potential safety hazards and security threats, disturbances, and irregularities to the shift supervisor.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Must be at least 19 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
Previous security experience preferred;
Knowledge of security practices and procedures;
Knowledge of and ability to use a personal computer;
Ability to operate audio-visual electronic control console for long periods of time;
Ability to 'read' people and/or potential adverse or unsafe situations and react according to department policy;
Ability to meet and deal effectively with fellow employees and others in sometimes stressful situations;
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
Ability to follow written or verbal instructions;
Ability to maintain confidentiality of data; and
Ability to perform the duties of the position without a direct threat to the health or safety of the incumbent or others.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to work all shifts covering 24-hours a day including day, swing, grave, weekend and holiday shifts, shifts change every six months;
Must appear before an oral board and complete a polygraph and background check prior to entrance on duty.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed primarily in a correctional facility and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;
May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.;
The work requires sufficient 'eye-hand' coordination to operate the control console while viewing people moving through door openings, etc.
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks;
Preference in appointment will be given to eligible veterans.
Because of the Sheriff Offices effort to create a smoke-free work environment, out of concern for the health and welfare of our employees and those with whom we work, only applications from those who do not smoke will be considered for employment. Applicants must have not smoked any tobacco products for at least eleven (11) months prior to applying.
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| Additional Information |
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Please apply online at:
http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=301875&company_id=15729&jobboardid=728
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| Posting Date |
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2009-10-28
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| Closing Date |
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2009-12-31
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| Job Last Updated |
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2009-11-02
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| Job Announcement/More Information Web Site |
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http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=301875&company_id=15
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| Department/County Web Site |
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http://www.adasheriff.org/
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