Company:
North Slope Borough, AK
Location: Anchorage
Closing Date: 07/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Salary: $34.09 Hourly
Location : Barrow, AK
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 13-24-006
Department: Police
Division: Corrections
Opening Date: 10/14/2024
Closing Date: 11/1/2024 5:00 PM Alaska
Summary or Purpose
Maintain safety and security of the correctional facility staff, prisoners, and visitors. Guards, processes and supervises prisoners in an environment that is safe, fair and secure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Provides custody, care, security, control, and discipline of persons charged or convicted of offenses of State or local law; promotes an environment of safety and well being for the staff and prisoners.
Maintains correctional facility order and discipline at all times.
Directs and supervises prisoners; performs periodic prisoner counts.
Provides care for prisoners; dispenses and oversees meals; administers medications and oversees prisoner hygiene and showers; schedules medical, counseling, personal and other appointments, and conducts visiting sessions.
Schedules transportation for appointments and visits outside of the facility; transports and arranges transport for prisoners; documents all transports; delivers mail and allows prisoners to make personal and legal phone calls.
Patrols and inspects the correctional facility for contraband, sanitation and orderliness.
Supervises and observes persons visiting prisoners.
Maintain records of institution's activities including log book and incident reports.
Transport and escort prisoner to court and other appointments.
Perform the booking and releasing processes.
Provide training and leadership to other Correctional Officers as required.
Reports infractions of rules and regulations and suspicious actions; takes or recommends appropriate response.
Recommend operational improvements when necessary.
Cleans staff office and washes facility laundry.
Participates in activities that promote the Department's Community Oriented Policing philosophy; this includes, but is not limited to, allowing the department to take and use an employee's photo and information for public relations and public service purposes.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of Police Department policies and procedures related to correctional facility operations.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Borough laws and criminal codes related to prisoners, detention facility policy and procedures, Police Department written directives, and Alaska standards pertaining to detention facilities.
Knowledge of behavior patterns of incarcerated persons, techniques of detainee control, defensive tactics, discipline protocols, and grievance procedures.
Skill in remaining alert at all times and reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations
Skill in writing and completing accurate reports and observations.
Skill in operating booking equipment, including cameras, fingerprinting equipment, and computer data entry programs.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required
High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.
Valid Alaska driver's license that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria;
Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within the first three months of hire;
Ability to pass a required training program within the six month probationary period.
Citizen of the United States per Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) 13 AAC 85.210 (a)(1).
Must be 19 years of age or older at the time of hire per Alaska Administration Code (AAC) 13 AAC 85.215 (a) (2).
Ability to pass a thorough personal-history investigation of the person to determine character traits and habits indicative of moral character.
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in a jail environment and detention facilities, and requires shift work. Work occasionally involves personal danger and exposure to hazardous situations. This position may require walking, running, lifting and climbing during efforts to apprehend and physically restrain combative persons.
Special Equipment and Tools Utilized:
Two-way radio, handcuffs and waist chains, metal detecting wand, protective body gear, chemical analysis kits.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.
Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.
Benefits do not apply to temporary employees.
01
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview.By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
02
This position is NON-Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre-arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application.Do you certify that you understand the above information?
03
Which best describes your level of education?
04
Do you possess a Valid Driver's License? Please attach a copy of the required document to your application before submitting it online.
05
Are you a citizen of the United States?
06
Are you 19 years of age or older?
07
To comply with the Borough's nepotism law (NSBMC Sec. 2.20.170 and 2.20.290), the North Slope Borough must collect the following information. Are you related by blood or marriage to the Department Director Jeffrey Brown or Immediate Supervisor Lisa Tuakalau for this position?
08
If "Yes", please check boxes below that apply:
09
Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director Jeffrey Brown or Immediate Supervisor Lisa Tuakalau of this position?
10
If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below:I am currently living in the same residence as the:
Required Question
Location : Barrow, AK
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 13-24-006
Department: Police
Division: Corrections
Opening Date: 10/14/2024
Closing Date: 11/1/2024 5:00 PM Alaska
Summary or Purpose
Maintain safety and security of the correctional facility staff, prisoners, and visitors. Guards, processes and supervises prisoners in an environment that is safe, fair and secure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Provides custody, care, security, control, and discipline of persons charged or convicted of offenses of State or local law; promotes an environment of safety and well being for the staff and prisoners.
Maintains correctional facility order and discipline at all times.
Directs and supervises prisoners; performs periodic prisoner counts.
Provides care for prisoners; dispenses and oversees meals; administers medications and oversees prisoner hygiene and showers; schedules medical, counseling, personal and other appointments, and conducts visiting sessions.
Schedules transportation for appointments and visits outside of the facility; transports and arranges transport for prisoners; documents all transports; delivers mail and allows prisoners to make personal and legal phone calls.
Patrols and inspects the correctional facility for contraband, sanitation and orderliness.
Supervises and observes persons visiting prisoners.
Maintain records of institution's activities including log book and incident reports.
Transport and escort prisoner to court and other appointments.
Perform the booking and releasing processes.
Provide training and leadership to other Correctional Officers as required.
Reports infractions of rules and regulations and suspicious actions; takes or recommends appropriate response.
Recommend operational improvements when necessary.
Cleans staff office and washes facility laundry.
Participates in activities that promote the Department's Community Oriented Policing philosophy; this includes, but is not limited to, allowing the department to take and use an employee's photo and information for public relations and public service purposes.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of Police Department policies and procedures related to correctional facility operations.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Borough laws and criminal codes related to prisoners, detention facility policy and procedures, Police Department written directives, and Alaska standards pertaining to detention facilities.
Knowledge of behavior patterns of incarcerated persons, techniques of detainee control, defensive tactics, discipline protocols, and grievance procedures.
Skill in remaining alert at all times and reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations
Skill in writing and completing accurate reports and observations.
Skill in operating booking equipment, including cameras, fingerprinting equipment, and computer data entry programs.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required
High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.
Valid Alaska driver's license that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria;
Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within the first three months of hire;
Ability to pass a required training program within the six month probationary period.
Citizen of the United States per Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) 13 AAC 85.210 (a)(1).
Must be 19 years of age or older at the time of hire per Alaska Administration Code (AAC) 13 AAC 85.215 (a) (2).
Ability to pass a thorough personal-history investigation of the person to determine character traits and habits indicative of moral character.
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in a jail environment and detention facilities, and requires shift work. Work occasionally involves personal danger and exposure to hazardous situations. This position may require walking, running, lifting and climbing during efforts to apprehend and physically restrain combative persons.
Special Equipment and Tools Utilized:
Two-way radio, handcuffs and waist chains, metal detecting wand, protective body gear, chemical analysis kits.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.
Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.
Benefits do not apply to temporary employees.
01
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview.By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
- Yes, I understand and agree
- No, I do not agree
02
This position is NON-Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre-arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application.Do you certify that you understand the above information?
- Yes
- No
03
Which best describes your level of education?
- Some high school
- High school diploma or GED
- Some college
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctorate
04
Do you possess a Valid Driver's License? Please attach a copy of the required document to your application before submitting it online.
- Yes
- No
05
Are you a citizen of the United States?
- Yes
- No
06
Are you 19 years of age or older?
- Yes
- No
07
To comply with the Borough's nepotism law (NSBMC Sec. 2.20.170 and 2.20.290), the North Slope Borough must collect the following information. Are you related by blood or marriage to the Department Director Jeffrey Brown or Immediate Supervisor Lisa Tuakalau for this position?
- Yes
- No
08
If "Yes", please check boxes below that apply:
- Father
- Father-in-Law
- Step-Father
- Mother
- Mother-in-Law
- Step-Mother
- Brother
- Brother-in-Law
- Step-Brother
- Sister
- Sister-in-Law
- Step-Sister
- Son
- Son-in-Law
- Step-Son
- Daughter
- Daughter-in-Law
- Step-Daughter
- Wife
- Husband
09
Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director Jeffrey Brown or Immediate Supervisor Lisa Tuakalau of this position?
- Yes
- No
10
If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below:I am currently living in the same residence as the:
- Department Director
- Immediate Supervisor
Required Question
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