DETENTION SUPERVISOR

*JOB DUTIES*: Supervises security control and conduct of inmates at the correctional detention center, including the control of weapons, contraband, keys, tools, and doors and other related safety and security procedures.
Assures that Detention Officers enforce rules and regulations.
Assuring security by preventing disturbances, assaults and escapes.
Supervises the daily activities of inmates, ensuring that inmates obey the rules.
Must also ensure the whereabouts of all inmates at all times.
Admits and releases prisoners, to include searching inmates and property, and making inventory of the personal property of the inmates.
Books and discharges inmates; issues clothing and supplies to new inmates; arranges for inmate transportation as required.
Maintains inmate and detention records; fingerprints and photographs of inmates and types fingerprint cards.
Classifies incoming inmates and places them in proper cells.
Observes prisoners directly and indirectly through visual, audio and video monitoring, checking for unusual or abnormal activity, to ensure the physical safety of prisoners, staff and the public.
Records, logs, and files all incoming and outgoing correspondence.
Coordinates needed services for inmates with Social Services and Behavioral Health.
Maintains updated files of current warrants, criminal complaints, civil complaints, restraining orders and probation paperwork.
Operates personal computer to compose and edit correspondence and generates reports.
Prepares and/or transports inmates for court arraignments.
Makes mandatory cell checks and will submit written reports to include any detrimental conditions relating to individuals or facility conditions.
Works various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Attends routine and specialized training classes and seminars of law enforcement methods and techniques.
Performs other duties as assigned.
*SUPERVISION EXERCISED:* Improves staff effectiveness by coaching, counseling, training and taking disciplinary action for employees; planning, delegating, monitoring, and appraising job task and performance in a timely manner.
*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* High School Diploma or GED.
Certified Detention or the ability to become certified within a year of hire.
Must be able to restrain incarcerated individuals.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
One year of law enforcement experience and first line supervision experience preferred.
Tiwa speaking preferred.
Valid New Mexico driver’s license with ability to meet Pueblo’s liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
Must be able to pass drug test, physical and background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.
_Taos Pueblo reserves the right to exercise preference in hiring qualified Tribal members/Indians in connection with all positions.
_ If you feel that you have the necessary skills, experience, the motivation, please complete a Taos Pueblo Employment Application.
*SUBMIT APPLICATION/RESUME TO:* *TAOS PUEBLO HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE* *PO BOX 1846 – 1075 VETERANS HWY, TAOS NM 87571* *PH.
: 575.
758.
8626 EXT.
124 – FAX 575.
758.
7308* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.
87 - $27.
23 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 12 hour shift * Day shift * Evening shift * Holidays * Monday to Friday * Night shift * Overtime Application Question(s): * must be willing to get Certified Detention within one year Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * Law enforcement: 1 year (Preferred) Language: * Tiwa (Preferred) License/Certification: * New Mexico Drivers (Preferred) Ability to Commute: * Taos, NM (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: * Taos, NM: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person