Job Details

* Maintains jail security; performs inmate head counts; monitors inmate activities; performs booking and prisoner intake activities; transports inmates to and from appointments and to and from other facilities; administers alcohol tests to inmates; testify.* Obtains warrants, locates subjects, and executes warrants by making arrests.* Transports prisoners to and from court; types and prepares extradition papers.* Patrols the county to deter and detect criminal activities; writes traffic tickets; directs traffic; assists at accident scenes; assists stranded motorists; escorts funeral processions.* Delivers subpoenas, eviction notices, child support papers, and other civil papers to defendants.* Attends required training classes.* Appears in court to testify on behalf of the state.* Performs the duties of K-9 Officer as assigned; trains and exercises dog.* Performs the duties of Bomb Technician as assigned; renders safe or removes suspected improvised explosive incendiary devices, explosives, explosive chemicals, pyrotechnics, and ammunitions; conducts blast scene investigations; develops bomb threat awareness and safety programs; develops agency emergency response plans.* Performs the work of Training Officer as assigned; determines training requirements, prepares instructional objectives, determines instructional methods and strategies, develops instructional aids and learning materials, and monitors the quality of program.* Performs other related duties as assigned.* Knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing arrests, search and seizure, affidavits and warrants, and all aspects of law enforcement.* Knowledge of court procedures and civil processes.* Knowledge of criminal arrest warrant procedures.* Knowledge of GCIC and NCIC rules and regulations.* Skill in interviewing witnesses and interrogating suspects.* Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.* Skill in planning, organizing, problem solving, and decision making.* Skill in the use of firearms and other assigned equipment.* Skill in the use of office equipment.* Skill in oral and written communication.Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Ability to meet current requirements set forth in the Georgia Mandate Law Enforcement Training Act/Peace Officer's Standards and Training Act. 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.