Detention Officer at City of Avondale in Avondale, AZ

Provides care, custody, and control of inmates at the Avondale Police Department Detention Center. Provides support for the Avondale Police Patrol Division and Tolleson Police Patrol Division in conducting transports of arrested subjects to the 4th Avenue Jail. Ensures completion of all bookings and processes for newly arrested subjects’ misdemeanor and/or felony offenses. Ensures proper accountability and the use of supplies for the staff and inmate population. Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe environment in the jail. Conducts numerous counts of the inmate population, including fire and safety inspections, and ensures that inmates are released appropriately. Supervises visitation and notifies victims of inmate releases, warrant pick-ups, and the service of Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment. Assists in the functions of patrol units to pick up and transport prisoners when required. Assists the general public with questions regarding the status of housed inmates and directs callers to appropriate agencies.

Maintains daily logs of shift activity by creating and preserving arrest files on all persons processed through the Avondale Police Department. Maintains inventory of all forms needed by Detention and Patrol.

Processes inmates/prisoners by completing paperwork, searching prisoners, fingerprinting, interviewing for any medical conditions, confiscating prisoner property, and taking photos.

Provides care, custody, and control of the facility and inmates at the Avondale Police Department Detention Center by distributing meals, performing inmate movements, overseeing visitation, responding to medical emergencies, processing inmate mail, and handling releases and bond procedures.

Ensures timely court appearances for all prisoners by escorting prisoners to City Court for appearances, preparing bond receipts, and collecting bonds. Prepares inmates for video court, sends court list to court clerks, and manages inmate movement during video court.

Maintains working vehicle by managing routine maintenance and fueling duties.

Purchases food and prepares meals for inmates by shopping and storing food, preparing food, and dispensing meals on weekends and holidays.

Attends required departmental meetings and trainings.

To view the full job description and learn more about the responsibilities and qualifications, please click to view the Class Specification here. A High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required.

Successful graduation from an accredited Police Academy, Corrections Academy, or Detention Academy is required.

One (1) year of experience as a Detention Officer, Corrections Officer, or Police Officer.

A valid Arizona Driver's License.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological examination, medical exam, and drug screen.