JOB DESCRIPTION
WORKING TITLE: CORRECTIONS OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: BURNET COUNTY JAIL
REPORTS TO: SHERIFF, THROUGH CHAIN OF COMMAND
CLASSIFICATION: GROUP 155 - BASED ON CERTIFICATIONS

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position will supervise inmates who are confined 24 hours a day, seven days a
week in the Burnet County Jail system to ensure the safe keeping of all inmate property
and maintain care for all persons in the custody of the Sheriff. This position may also
perform basic administrative duties to arrange and coordinate the surrender and transfer
to Burnet County Texas of individuals accused or convicted of offenses outside the
territory of the asylum state and within the territorial jurisdiction of Texas. This position
description applies to all BCSO Corrections Officer positions and functions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1 Performs required duties in all areas of assigned responsibilities
2 Maintains physical fitness required to perform essential job duties
3 Must immediately respond to emergency situations and routine drills
4 Must use reasonable force when necessary to prevent a direct threat to the
health and safety of individuals in jail facilities
5 Supervises inmate feeding
6 Supervises the cleaning of jail housing area
7 Supervises inmate movement within the facility
8 Distributes mail, hygiene items and approved items to inmates
9 Supervises inmate recreational activities
10 Must be able to effectively utilize emergency equipment including all fire and emergency medical equipment
11 Must work shift assigned
12 Enforces all applied rules and regulations of given position
13 Remains current on all departmental policies and procedures. Ensures that
these policies are followed and applied
14 Handles volatile situations quickly, responsively and professionally
15 Maintains control and custody of inmates during tour of duty
16 Maintains safety and security of facilities assigned
17 Completes mandatory paperwork relating to the custody and care of inmates
18 Produces legal documents required in daily performance of duties
19 Conducts security checks as required
20 Attends and completes all training required by statute or TCOLE to maintain required certification(s) and license(s).
21 Must be able to be trained in the proficient use of firearms (shotguns a hand guns).
22 Must be able to be trained in the use of chemical agents.

23 Performs all other related duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1 Ability to control emotions and focus on professional duties and obligations in
all circumstances regardless of provocations or stresses encountered
2 Ability to work with employees and citizens from diverse population groups to
meet Department mission and serve public interest
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma or GED. Minimum 18 years of age. Must obtain Basic
Jailer License within twelve (12) months. Must possess a valid Driver's License
and obtain a Texas license within 30 days of hiring. Must be a U.S. Citizen

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Communications skills, both oral and written
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of security procedures

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to
stand frequently, sit, twist the upper body, lift, stoop, walk, run on occasion, and
strenuously climb stairs or ladders. Must be able to exert physical force when
necessary. May be exposed to extreme noise levels. Occasional exposure to
communicable diseases. Possible riots and escape. Subjected to verbal and
physical abuse. Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, evenings and nights.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Regular attendance is essential. Incumbent must arrive at work on time prepared to perform assigned duties and work assigned schedule. Incumbent must
have the ability to work well with others. Incumbent must be able to perform the
essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and
safety of themselves and others. Requested accommodations to work hours and schedules are considered on an individual basis.