Prison Labor Foreman

NEEDED: Prison Labor Foreman

LOCATION: COLUMBUS CIVIC CENTER 400 4th St, Columbus, GA 31901

HOURS: As Needed/ Event Driven, 7 days a week, Monday-Sunday, 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM

DRESS CODE: Black or brown shoes and black pants

REQUIREMENTS:

• Dependable Transportation
• Dependable and punctual attendance

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises and observes inmate activities; maintains security of inmates and the general public; completes regular inmate attendance count.
• Searches inmates, equipment, and van to remove contraband.
• Administers medications and first aid to inmates; responds to inmate requests for other medical attention.
• Transports inmates to and from assignments.
• Ensures inmate compliance with state and departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains daily reports of all accidents, incidents, and activities.
• Receives and releases inmates transferred to and from correctional facility; completes required paperwork.
• Supervises the routine cleaning and maintenance of tools and van.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of modern corrections practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Department of Corrections guidelines and federal and state laws pertaining to the incarceration of persons.
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR techniques. Knowledge of the safe use of power tools and lawn equipment.
• Skills in the use of self-defense techniques, including firearms.
• Skillin problem solving and decision-making.
• Skills in management and supervision.
• Skills in the preparation of reports and records.
• Skills in oral and written communication.

 Educational and Training Requirements:

• Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• No experience requirements.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain certification by the Georgia Department of Corrections. This position is required to supervise state inmate labor.
• Must pass P.O.S.T. certification within the time frame required by this department, which is normally within six months but may be altered.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

 Physical Requirements:

• Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking.
• Occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
• Work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather.
• May be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and irritating chemicals.
• Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.