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Job Title: Detention Officer

Department: Sheriff’s Department

Pay Grade: 64

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of the class is to oversee jail inmates within the detention facility. The Detention Officer is responsible for security, inmate health and welfare to include: medical, mental health, family problems, feeding, religious needs, legal rights, housekeeping, laundry and hygiene. The Detention Officer works according to procedures but decides how and when to perform tasks under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform two (2) inmate checks per hour on an irregular basis, unless otherwise noted (i.e. medical, suicide or special observations).
  • Processing inmates into and out of the detention facility.
  • Searching inmates and the facility as required.
  • Explaining procedures and determining any personal issues.
  • Performs security checks to ensure inmates and facilities are secure.
  • Monitor court appearance schedules and ensure inmates are ready; transport inmates as required.
  • Makes inmates available for legal consultation with attorneys.
  • Perform housekeeping chores such as laundry and cleaning.
  • Ensures inmates receive meals, mail, medications, and medical attention if required.
  • Gathers and maintains information to support periodic and special reports documenting detention facility activities and events to include form preparation and log preparation.
  • Performs routine office tasks, such as typing, filing, faxing, phoning, copying, transcribing, entering, or posting data or information.
  • Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • One (1) year of directly related experience;
  • Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience.
  • Valid state driver’s license. Must have no more than three (3) points showing on current DMV records in order to operate county vehicles.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of county policies, and procedures.
  • Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Skill in the use of computers and applicable software programs.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with other employees and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical and dexterity refers to the requirement for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Requires medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, pushing and raising objects and involves exerting between twenty to fifty (20-50) pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and fifty to a hundred (50-100) pounds of force on an occasional basis.

The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities, depth and texture perception, and color perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Environmental hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

The job may risk exposure to extreme heat and/or cold, bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, animals/wildlife, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, heights, disease/pathogens, toxic/caustic chemicals, explosives, and violence.

EMPLOYER BENEFITS PACKAGE:

  • Employer paid Health & Dental Coverage
  • Participation in the NC Retirement System
  • 401(k) and 457(b) plans available
  • Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Competitive Vision Insurance
  • Annual Performance Pay Increases
  • Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave
  • Free Employee Assistance Network
  • Free Employee Wellness Clinic
  • Discounted Gym Membership
  • Paid Holidays
  • Longevity Pay

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Haywood County has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Haywood County is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,141.13 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Top 25 Common Interview Questions and Answers

To get a job means you must be ready for an interview. Most people get confused about how they should face an interview to impress the employer. The fact cannot be ignored that landing an interview is no less than a huge achievement as we know how competitive today’s world is. Clearing an interview means you would be securing the job. It does not matter if you are a fresh graduate, are supposed to transition your career, or believe to have a higher position, preparing for an interview is important indeed.

Here, we are going to share the top 25 highly common interview questions along with tips as well as sample answers to help you stand out from others in today’s highly competitive job market in the USA.

1. Give me your introduction in short.

This is the most common questions asked by every interviewer. The fact cannot be ignored that it irritates sometimes as well. But the fact cannot be ignored that it is important as well to fetch important information about an employee.
“Myself ....(your name)…. and I hold a degree in ……….(your field name)……… from…..(university name)... .over….(duration of your). I hold experience in ….(respective field)... .specialized in ….(share your genre)... .Currently, I am working on a project and received positive reviews from the employer.

2. Describe your excellent achievement in your job career.

My greatest achievement was leading a team to do a prominent project within a stipulated time and budget. And that project set our company different from its competitors among our clients.

3. What are the reasons to work with us?

Upon asking this question, you should emphasize that you are aware of the company’s profile and adhere to align your values with theirs. I have always admired this company because of its sustainability and innovation factors. I will keep working with you and contribute to taking it to the next level.

4. Reasons to quit your last job.

The reason to quit my last job is to seek more new challenges and opportunities for growth. I want to hone my skills in a new environment. I believe in keeping going on with new challenges as I think that comfort zone eradicates your creativity.

5. What about your strengths?

Here, you need to be smart and relevant both at the same time. Problem Solving is one of my key strengths. I believe in focusing on the solution and can improve your efficiency by 20% by introducing strategic solutions.

6. What is your weakness?

I believe in doing every work with so much perfection and it takes me slow sometimes. However, I am trying to balance quality and efficiency by dividing my attention towards goals and deadlines.

7. Why should we hire you?

With my huge experience in …………. And holding a proven track record of delivering projects within time, I believe in my ability to cater to your team effectively. Moreover, I believe in giving the best to my work as it brings personal satisfaction to me.

8. In your previous company, what prominent challenges did you face, and how did you deal with them?

In my previous company job profile, we faced a sudden budget cut and delivered a project within the stipulated time with no huge team. I led my team and accomplished that project within that limited budget and time without compromising project quality. Accomplishing a project within a limited budget always makes me feel proud.

9. What is your ideal way to tackle stress and pressure?

I believe in being organized and prioritizing tasks. Once you know how much time you need to give to a particular task, it helps to cut down on high pressure. I believe in making a strategy to get the most out of it. I believe in being calm under pressure.

10. What is your way to prioritize your work?

I believe in going with the deadlines and significance of the project to keep myself productive and free from stress. Moreover, I keep working on a progress tracker to keep boosting my energy.

11. Things that motivate you.

Solving complex issues is what keeps me motivated and seeing the tangible results of my work. Moreover, dynamic as well as innovative environments always boost me up.

12. What is your way of handling criticism?

I always see criticism as a way to hone my skills and an opportunity to learn and grow. I always listen quite carefully and act accordingly to come up with satisfactory results.

13. Describe a time you worked in a team.

I collaborated with a diverse team in my last company to come up with a new marketing strategy. My role in that team was to integrate social media efforts resulting in 25% increased engagement.

14. What is your way of dealing with difficult coworkers?

I am a firm believer in addressing conflicts directly and professionally to come up with a solution. Open communication is my asset and understanding different perspectives to solve issues amicably.

15. Reasons to get this job?

This job sits well with my skills in this field as well as my passion for learning more about new things. I am excited to contribute and learn more in your company professionally.

16. How would you be handling multiple deadlines if given?

The simple thing from my perspective is to stay organized and divide the tasks into manageable steps. I believe in doing the work based on urgency and impact.

17. Tell us about the time you failed badly in your job.

Once I missed a significant deadline because of not being good at time management. This is how I learned about time management and being adhered to realistic goals to improve my planning skills in an ideal manner.

18. How do you see yourself outside of work?

I enjoy reading a lot related to my profession. Moreover, reading makes me calm too. Apart from that, hiking and roaming to peaceful places are my favorite things to do.

19. What are your salary expectations?

Following my research and the responsibilities of the role, I expect a salary in the range of $...... to $..... Though, I am open to knowing your side as well.

20. What do you expect from yourself in the next five years?

I am a keen learner and want to expand my knowledge by getting associated with your company. I want to take on more leadership responsibilities and contribute to achieving success in highly creative ways.

21. What do you think about the latest industry trends and changes?

I believe in keeping myself updated about the latest and ongoing industry trends and changes. I keep following the latest job profile e-newsletter; and also attend relevant webinars and conferences. Learning is a never-ending process.

22. How do you describe your ideal work environment?

For me an ideal work environment is all about having open communication and teamwork to achieve success, to learn more, and to have excellent professional growth.

23. How aware are you of our company?

I know this company has established itself as one of the prominent companies in today’s tech industry. It is known for its excellent solutions, creative ways, and commitment to sustainability. The current services and their success rate make this company completely different from others.

24. What skills can you add to this job?

I have been in this field for the past 5-6 years and hold huge experience identifying trends that lead to exceptional business growth. I am also good at communication and teamwork to make the most of it.

25. Do you have any questions for us?

Yes, I would like to know more about the team I would be working with. What sort of challenges are the team currently going through? What is about the career growth in this company?