Detention Officer

Police Jail Operations

Salary : $20.67 - $25.84

Under general supervision, performs all administrative, clerical and manual duties associated with the detention of prisoners.

Essential Job Functions :

• Establish, complete, and maintain prisoners' paperwork (arrest report, medical history, narrative report, etc.) utilizing knowledge of the various laws and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to visually and through the use of remote video surveillance equipment monitor prisoner status and behavior.
• Escort prisoners from one area to another, take physical action to prevent escapes and / or assaults and subdue combative / violent prisoners with the appropriate use of force.
• Properly process prisoners using established book-in / release procedures.
• Fingerprint, photograph, handcuff and physical search prisoners.

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Employment Screenings Required :

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.