Hybrid Master Deputy (OLEC) bei County of Oconee

 Applications accepted till 8/19/2025 @ 4:45 pm 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

The purpose of this position is to provide safety and security for inmates and staff, to oversee operations in the absence of higher ranking staff, and to perform work as assigned by general supervision. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: 

1. Maintains the security and safety of the detention facility, inmates and staff through implementation of established policies and procedures.
2. Monitors jail access and egress.
3. Monitors  security cameras, closed circuit TV system, alarm systems, automated locking systems and other specialized security equipment.
4. Processes and books inmates; searches, photographs and fingerprints inmates; secures inmates’ property and issues supplies. 
5. Supervises meals, visitation, recreation and exercise, telephone privileges, counseling, court visits, movement within the facility, and medical  attention; conducts head counts regularly.
6. Maintains  control of assigned work crews.
7. Ensures  that inmates are provided with appropriate sanitary conditions, clothing and supplies; may administer medications as prescribed and perform  drug/alcohol tests on inmates; administers First Aid and/or CPR as required.
8. Patrols facility to ensure security; inspects locking and security devices and doors for proper working condition.
9. Routinely searches inmates, cells, kitchen and other inmate-accessible areas for contraband and other safety and security hazards.
10. Observes and maintains orderly conduct among inmate population; subdues unruly or violent individuals; responds to emergency situations on jail property; investigates incidents, crimes, disputes, abuse of drugs, etc., among inmates and detainees.
11. Processes inmates for release as ordered.
12. Completes and maintains required paperwork.
13. Performs custodial and general maintenance of jail facility and equipment.
14. Communicates with law enforcement personnel, probation and parole officers, court personnel, victim advocates, attorneys, and others regarding individual cases.
15. Transports inmates to court or to other facilities as required.
16. Performs special duties or completes special projects as assigned.
17. Receives and responds to citizens’ inquiries, concerns and complaints concerning detention facility activities.
18. Attends periodic training, seminars, meetings, etc., to keep abreast of current detention, law enforcement and investigative trends, technology and legislation; maintains required physical fitness and required level of proficiency in the use of firearms.
19. Remains on call 24 hours per day, seven days per week, for emergency response.
20. Performs general clerical work as required, including compiling information and statistics for reports, preparing reports and records, maintaining logs,entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, processing daily mail, answering the telephone, etc.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

Additional duties include: Act as tour guide for field trips, groups, etc. Fax papers to others in county regarding inmates. Assist the medical staff with inmates. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The educational requirement for this position is: Completion of high school/GED.

Education may not be substituted for experience.

Related-experience required: 1 years.

Experience may not be substituted for education.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: 

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include: N/A

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include: N/A

Oconee County is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. The County seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions so that one of our core values, a qualified and diverse workforce, will be affirmed.