Security Officer

Resident Security

Functions under the direct supervision of the Security Supervisor and Shift Leads. Is required to use initiative and sound judgment to assure the efficient, effective, and timely accomplishment of all duties. Has direct responsibility for the custody, security, safety, and health of residents. The duties of this position require direct constant contact with individuals in confinement who are suspected or convicted of offenses against the criminal laws of the United States. This position has continuous contact with residents, staff and other criminal justice agencies and is required to be responsive to their needs. This position is a paraprofessional role involving interpersonal and technical skills. Personnel may be required to work weekends and rotating shifts. Work is performed inside and outside of the facility depending on the nature of the assignment.

Responsible for tracking & monitoring of residents. Maintain supervision of residents in their conduct and compliance with City of Faith rules and regulations. Perform searches and UAs. Responsible for compliance and reporting and resident intake at the facility level. This position requires the ability to be observant, to evaluate human behavior accurately, and to direct the activity of residents in an impartial manner. The ability to gain the voluntary cooperation of residents is imperative. Observe, record, and report any conduct of residents, which is in violation of the policies and procedures of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Maintain accurate and current records and reports on all residents as deemed necessary by the Security Supervisor, Facility Director, or Director of Operations. Must be familiar with the centers emergency plans of the center. Is subject to call in cases of emergency.

Specific duties include:

• Conduct hourly random bed checks and document results.
• Conduct random checks on residents and residents on pass or furlough to confirm their location.
• Conduct random searches of residents possessions as they enter and leave the facility, residents rooms and all common areas of the facility, and residents vehicles and exterior areas of the facility.
• Awaken residents as needed to meet employment requirements.
• Record and effectively communicate all messages, both verbal and telephonic.
• Complete all daily forms and reports as required.
• Conduct a safety inspection of the facility during each shift.
• Participate in unit team classification meetings as required.
• Administer urinalysis program under the direction of the Security Supervisor and in accordance with COF policy and procedure.
• Conduct a joint shift change prior to completing the shift.
• Supervise the various work assignments of residents.
• The incumbent must be aware of changes in resident attitudes and their sense of well-being. The resident security is often the first staff member to become aware of disruptions in an offenders mental health. It is imperative the incumbent use good judgment and initiative in making the case manager aware of concerns.
• All other duties as assigned.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.