Job Title: Detention Officer Closing Date: 11/27/2018 DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not be considered. Job Number: 19-044 Job Type: Regular Full-Time Department: Department of Rehabilitation & Supervision City: Sacaton, AZ Location: 639 W. Seed Farm Road Area of Interest: Public Safety Salary Type: Base Pay Salary/ Hourly Rate: $18.23 Hourly Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS: Academy begins 02/11/2019. Testing and Interview dates begin 12/12/2018 and 12/13/2018 from 8am to 5pm. Complete background packet must be submitted. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE OF THE JOB: The Detention Officer performs duties of routine difficulty in the care, custody and welfare of incarcerated persons in jail facilities; involving a wide array of complex tasks related to all aspects of corrections security and inmate/resident custody. This position is highly demanding and the physical safety of the public, staff, visitors, inmates and residents depend upon the efficient and effective execution of duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Enforce standards, rules, regulations, codes, statutes and laws including but not limited to those provided by Title 25 of the Code of Federal Regulations, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Jail Standards, and American Corrections Association (ACA) Jail/Detention Standards. Provide safety and security to the correctional institution through direct and indirect inmate/resident supervision, health and welfare checks, pat and strip searches, off-site transports, escorts, head counts, contraband mitigation, key control, fire safety, OSHA compliance, perimeter security and inmate/resident hand book enforcement. Ability to use self-defense techniques, department approved firearms, tasers, electronic restraint devices (ERD), chemical agents, batons, hand/leg restraints and less-lethal munitions during every day job duties to include while on transports. Provide admission services to inmate/residents bookings/intakes by providing fingerprinting, photographs, recording inmate/resident data, entering data accurately and thoroughly into Jail Management System, storing personal property as assigned. Provide medical and mental health screenings, interviews, classification assessments, and inmate/resident orientations as assigned. Coordinate, supervise and assist in facilitation of inmate services, rehabilitative programs and related activities established by institutional standards to include but not limited to: access to medical care, courts, mail, legal ------------ mail, food services, recreation, library services, inmate phone system, work programs, religious services, laundry, and counseling services. Supervise inmate/resident movement, maintain discipline and prevent the introduction of contraband into the facility; documenting all observations and activities. Effectively operate computers and other automated equipment and electronic devises of a complex nature to record data, enter data, extract data and/or review data. Maintain and prepare accurate reports, activity logs, serious incidents reports, memorandums, depositions and statements. Work closely with other criminal justice agencies and government personnel and officials, such as law enforcement, court, fire, EMS, mental health counselors and Tribal Social Services staff. Conduct inmate/resident releases in accordance with all court orders and established protocol and standards. Responsible for the off-site transports of inmates in accordance with policies and procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: Knowledge of commonly used laws, codes, statutes and standards governing the incarceration of criminal offenders. Knowledge of basic counseling tactics and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to learn and apply standards, rules, regulations, codes, statutes, laws, policies and procedures. Ability to supervise, redirect, coach, counsel, instruct and restrain adult, juvenile, male and female inmates/residents in a mixed classification setting; applying institution approved Physical Intervention/Restraint Techniques. Ability to exercise sound judgment and respond to stressful crisis situations calmly, quickly, and decisively. Ability to communicate effectively with inmates, gain their respect and confidence; establishing and maintaining constructive relationships. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the general public; providing exceptional customer service. Ability to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods, work outdoors in extreme weather conditions, physically restrain or engage in forceful movement of an inmate/resident and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to work with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, working with individuals in a potentially hazardous situation involving physically aggressive and/or violent behavior; and/or blood borne pathogen exposure. Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position and agree to maintain a drug-free workplace. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: High School diploma or GED, U.S. Citizen or hold a valid U.S. Permanent Resident Card. One (1) year of experience working as a security guard, detention, police or military officer or closely related field preferred. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be eighteen (18) years of age with no felony or domestic violence convictions. Must successfully pass Basic Correction/Detention Officer Training Academy, Physical Agility Testing (POPAT), a Fitness for Duty Exam, and Firearms Certification as a condition of employment. Required mandatory reporter pursuant to Title 7, Chapter 2 (7.205), B. Required to attend Title 7 Mandatory Reporting training on a yearly basis. ------------ Required to pass a federal adjudication/background check, voice stress analyzer testing and DPS fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment. Background checks are required for positions that involve regular contact with or control over Community Children in accordance with The Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 U.S.C. Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63 and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly. Required to obtain a Tribal Driving permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit . Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application. Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position Reports to Chief Administrator or designee BENEFITS INFORMATION: Medical EPO or PPO Self-Funded Plan utilizing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Network Prescription Program Dental Plan is provided through CIGNA with no deductible for preventive services or $50 (individual)/$150 (family) deductible for basic and major services Vision plan benefits are provided through SightCare of Arizona and carry a $10 co-pay for exams, zero co- pay Life and AD&D We offer voluntary or supplemental life insurance for Employee & Dependents through METLIFE Group Insurance. GRIC pays the full cost for your Basic Life and AD&D. Other Voluntary Benefits Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program 12 Paid Holidays Vacation Leave Sick Leave Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473) . The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application . Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment) Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.) Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment) Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements) HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED. Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org ------------