Adult Detention Transport Officer

NATURE OF WORK:

Under general supervision, corrections transport officers are responsible for the care, custody, control, and transportation of detainees during an assigned shift. Specific duties include transporting detainees to/from medical appointments, emergency room visits, transporting to and from other city or county jurisdictions, to and from Missouri Department of Corrections, state and federal courts, serving court orders, warrants, performing vehicle inspections and maintenance. Control Center operations. Performs duties in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and in compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and statutes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

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  Transport detainees to/from various locations including jail, courthouses, medical appointments, and arrest scenes.
• Ensure the care, custody, and control of detainees.
• Conduct searches of detainees for safety.
• Participate in safety, security, and procedural training sessions.
• Inspect and clean transport vehicles, report maintenance issues, and handle routine vehicle maintenance.
• Download and save vehicle camera footage.
• Operate control center equipment such as doors, cameras, and alarms.
• Prepare and maintain accurate reports and documentation.
• Communicate clearly both in writing and verbally.
• Provide credible testimony in court.
• Operate vehicles in all weather conditions.
• Use effective and accurate radio communications.
• Maintain assigned equipment.
• Fulfill state and sheriff’s office training requirements.
• Maintain physical fitness and positive community relations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is performed in the detention center and in the field; the working environment may require strenuous physical efforts and exposure to dangerous persons, situations, tools, and equipment. Exposure to extreme weather conditions is possible.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; Must possess a valid Missouri driver license; Must be a Missouri resident; successfully complete transport officer training; additional training and/or other specialized certifications may be required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Knowledge of:

• County and Department policies and procedures.
• Federal, State, and local laws, statutes, and ordinances.
• Firearm safety regulations, procedures, and practices.
• Radio communication procedures and practices.
• Basic knowledge of operating computers and electronics.
• Transportation procedures.
• Defense tactics.
• Determining and applying the proper use of force.
• Restraint techniques.
• Search techniques.
• Other knowledge may be required.

Skills in:

• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy.
• Hand-to-hand combat and defensive techniques and tactics.
• Pepper Spray.
• Taser.
• Firearm proficiency.
• Emergency vehicle operation.
• Communication clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Determining and applying the proper use of force.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Other skills may be required.