Job Details
DETENTION OFFICER
2024-10-20 City of Greer Greer,SC
Description:
Please note: To be eligible for bonus payments, employees must be in good standing at the time the bonuses are issued.
Responsibilities: Book inmates into the jail; complete required paperwork; obtain photographs and fingerprints; ensure welfare and security of inmates while incarcerated; process inmates for release; transport inmates to county detention facilities; Act as desk officer in meeting public; answer phones, taking messages, route calls; provide assistance in regard to warrants; take written reports; enter information into records management system; receive, review, prepare and/or submit a variety of reports and documents.; able to work metal detector for court.
Job Requirements: High School Diploma/GED and basic computer skills. Must be able to successfully complete a three-week training class at the SC Criminal Justice Academy in Columbia which includes a physical fitness test and must be completed within one year of hire date. Must be able to work varying shifts, up to 12 hour per shift. Must be able to qualify with department issued firearm; must have a valid state issued driver's license.
Hiring Process: Initial application, written and physical abilities testing, interview board, initial background investigation, review of personal history questionnaire, polygraph, meeting with the Chief of Police, conditional offer of employment by Human Resources, psychological and medical evaluation, final offer of employment. Selection process may take eight (8) to twelve (12) weeks
Hours: Varying shifts, up to 12 hour per shift. Training will take place from either 7 AM to 7 PM or 7 PM to 7 AM
Salary: Minimum salary $46,233 year.
In addition to a competitive base pay, we currently offer comprehensive benefits package that includes health, prescription, vision, dental insurance (at no cost for employee coverage based on full participation in Wellness Program), life insurance, long-term disability, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, FSA, EAP, Education Incentive Pay, and a defined benefit retirement plan (South Carolina Police Officers' Retirement System).
The City of Greer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
If you are not selected at any stage of the hiring process, you will need to reapply for future employment opportunities. However, if you are added to our eligibility list, your application will be kept on file for six months, during which time you may be considered.
ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED
Application deadline is Friday, November 1, 2024
The City of Greer is currently accepting applications for a Detention Officer in our Police Department.
Sign-On Bonus:
- Uncertified Applicants: Receive $1,000 upon completion of training and an additional $1,000 after one year of service.
- Certified Applicants: Receive $1,500 upon completion of training and an additional $1,500 after one year of service.
Please note: To be eligible for bonus payments, employees must be in good standing at the time the bonuses are issued.
Responsibilities: Book inmates into the jail; complete required paperwork; obtain photographs and fingerprints; ensure welfare and security of inmates while incarcerated; process inmates for release; transport inmates to county detention facilities; Act as desk officer in meeting public; answer phones, taking messages, route calls; provide assistance in regard to warrants; take written reports; enter information into records management system; receive, review, prepare and/or submit a variety of reports and documents.; able to work metal detector for court.
Job Requirements: High School Diploma/GED and basic computer skills. Must be able to successfully complete a three-week training class at the SC Criminal Justice Academy in Columbia which includes a physical fitness test and must be completed within one year of hire date. Must be able to work varying shifts, up to 12 hour per shift. Must be able to qualify with department issued firearm; must have a valid state issued driver's license.
Hiring Process: Initial application, written and physical abilities testing, interview board, initial background investigation, review of personal history questionnaire, polygraph, meeting with the Chief of Police, conditional offer of employment by Human Resources, psychological and medical evaluation, final offer of employment. Selection process may take eight (8) to twelve (12) weeks
Hours: Varying shifts, up to 12 hour per shift. Training will take place from either 7 AM to 7 PM or 7 PM to 7 AM
Salary: Minimum salary $46,233 year.
In addition to a competitive base pay, we currently offer comprehensive benefits package that includes health, prescription, vision, dental insurance (at no cost for employee coverage based on full participation in Wellness Program), life insurance, long-term disability, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, FSA, EAP, Education Incentive Pay, and a defined benefit retirement plan (South Carolina Police Officers' Retirement System).
The City of Greer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
If you are not selected at any stage of the hiring process, you will need to reapply for future employment opportunities. However, if you are added to our eligibility list, your application will be kept on file for six months, during which time you may be considered.
ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED
Application deadline is Friday, November 1, 2024