Gibson County Sheriff's Office - Princeton, Indiana️ 22 hours ago

Community Corrections has an opening for a full-time field officer. Details below. Applications available in our office or online at https://gibsoncountysheriff.com/forms-and-permits/ Contact Shawn Brown with any questions - (812) 385-3496 ext 1445 or sbrown@gibsoncountysheriff.com Field Officer: Department: Community Corrections Reports To: Director Starting pay is $25.00 per hour Position Summary Under limited supervision, responsible for the safety, security and supervision of the inmates that go through the Community Corrections program. Duties/Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Maintains constant security of inmates; maintains safe and secure environment for work release clients. • Model appropriate behaviors and attitudes to assist offenders to develop skills and work practices. • Composes notes to document direct contact with clients, family members, other relevant people, and other case activities, entering information into case management and updating individual files for each client as required. • Makes and/or responds to a variety of telephone calls concerning clients, including receiving complaints, providing and requesting information. • Administers and documents drug and alcohol test according to departmental guidelines. • Immediately advises supervising Executive Director of emergency situations and completes all required documentation as appropriate for each emergency. • Prepares and maintains various daily and weekly reports and documents. • Conducts office visits, field visits and home visits for work release and home detention clients. • Testifies in legal proceedings/court as necessary. • Performs related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Ability to communicate effectively with inmates, coworkers, Executive Director, consultants, law enforcement personnel, attorneys, other County and State personnel and the general public verbally and in writing. • Knowledge of and ability to execute evidence-based practices. • Ability to operate law enforcement equipment including handcuffs, cameras, radios, etc. • Ability to operate a variety of office machines and a computer using word processing and related software. • Ability to operate a motor vehicle and required to maintain a valid Indiana Driver’s License. • Ability to use independent judgement in highly unstable and/or risky situations. • Ability to lift and carry potentially heavy objects up to 70 pounds. Necessary Training and Experience • High school graduate • Evidence based practices training • Required to submit to and pass drug and/or alcohol testing In evaluating candidates for this position, Community Corrections may consider a combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential job functions. Qualified candidates must submit to and pass a drug screen, psychological exam, and background check that will be paid for by the agency. Gibson County Community Corrections is an Equal Opportunity Employer Benefits: County benefits for full-time positions include: ¨ Up to 16 Paid Holidays a year—depending on assigned schedule. ¨ Indiana Public Employees Retirement Plan—100% funded by employer. ¨ Vacation Days: 5 days after 1 year, 10 days after 2 years, 15 days after 5 years, 20 days after 10 years, 25 days after 15 years and 30 days after 20 years. ¨ Personal Days—prorated first year based on hire date—5 days per year. ¨ Eligible for 6-week Major Medical Leave after 1 year of employment. ¨ Health Insurance: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance at a biweekly cost of $21.50 per employee. Spouse and Dependents at no additional cost! Begins ninth week of employment. ¨ Life Insurance $25,000 policy for employee, $3,000 for spouse and $1,500 per dependent. 100% funded by employer. Begins ninth week of employment. ¨ Short-Term Disability policy - 100% funded by employer. ¨ FMLA available after completing 12 months of continuous employment.