Entry Level Corrections Officer

Corrections Officer

Actively support and uphold the stated mission and values of the City of Mesquite and the Police Department. Maintain and supervise inmates of the Mesquite Detention Center in a controlled environment. Assist with the operation and supervision of the Detention Facility.

Examples of Duties :

• Serve as a representative of the City of Mesquite, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public.
• Responsible for the general operation of the Detention Center.
• Responsible for the care and control of prisoners in the Mesquite City Jail, including booking procedures, searches, disturbance control, fire control, cell inspections, suicide watch, use of the intoxilyzer, PBT, inmate medical needs and any other Detention Center related function.
• Provide security within the Detention Center by providing direct supervision to inmates and overseeing and monitoring their activities within an assigned area.
• Dispense medication as required.
• Transport prisoners to and from City Court, Clark County Detention Center, and / or any other jurisdiction or facility as directed.
• Data entry of all incarcerations or as directed.
• Prepare meals according to the National dietary guidelines and / or as directed.
• Responsible for the daily routine of feeding inmates, ensuring hygiene needs are complied with, laundry, cleaning, etc.
• Responsible for maintenance and janitorial needs for the Detention Center, grounds and / or any other facility as directed.
• Ensure equipment in the Detention Center is in good working order, requesting repairs or replacements as necessary.
• Inventory and order food, clothing, personal hygiene items and supplies as directed.
• Responsible for scheduling in-custody arraignments and visitations.
• Responsible for the timely release of inmates.
• Responsible for service and maintenance of the transport van and other Detention Center vehicles.
• Supervise inmate work program, including washing of City vehicles and any other assignments as directed.
• Acts as Court Bailiff for Municipal Court, Juvenile Court, Justice Court or any other court as directed.
• Maintain inmate files and records.
• Act as bail commissioner after court hours.
• Complete all training requirements as instructed.
• Be dependable and meet acceptable attendance requirements at all times.
• Follow all applicable policies, procedures, directives, safety rules and regulations.
• Protect confidential information by preventing unauthorized release, both verbal and / or writing.
• Perform any designated task as assigned.

Typical Qualifications :

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Experience, Education, and Training :

Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be :

Education : Graduation from high school or GED. An associate's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred

Training : Speak and write Spanish fluently preferred

License or Certificate : Must possess, at the time of employment and continuously throughout employment :

Competencies :

Competencies include :

Communicativeness, Composure, Customer Service, Drive / Energy, Functional / Technical, Integrity, Initiative, Learning Agility, Positive Impact, Problem Solving / Decision Making, Sensitivity, Team Player

Working Conditions :

Work is performed under the following conditions : Physical Requirements : Duties are performed both in the Detention Center and in the field. In the field the employee is exposed to varying and extreme weather conditions. Must have the capability to hear, speak and see to communicate with the general public. Must have the strength and ability to apprehend, subdue and restrain criminal offenders. Physical exertion may be required to climb stairs and over walls, run, bend, twist, reach, crawl through tight spaces, kneel in confined areas; sit for prolonged periods of time; move / push / pull or lift heavy objects exceeding 50 lbs; Subject to 24-hour call back for emergencies; great mental ability is required daily. Job Hazards / Risk Factors : Employee risk physical hazard from violent, aggressive, and hostile people, a variety of weapons, noise, exposure to bio-hazard communicable diseases, hazardous materials, chemicals, bodily fluids, sharp objects, traffic, drugs and drug paraphernalia; high risk of civil litigation due to performance of duties. Position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to drug testing. Eligibility list shall remain in effect for one (1) year. MPOA Article 33 Section 4 J 2.

Examination Process :

The examination process will be held on May 8, 2025, as follows :