Overview

Position Title: Detention Officer

Company: City Of Pasadena

Location: Pasadena, California, US

Job Description:

The Pasadena Police Department is seeking experienced detention officers to oversee the housing, processing and preparing of inmates for court appearances that are housed at the City’s Type-I jail. Detention Officers maintain order and security in the jail facility and enforce rules and regulations to ensure the safety of staff and inmates.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensures officer and inmate safety by controlling the behavior of jail inmates.
  • Performs secondary search and/or strip search of inmates upon booking into the jail as determined by law; performs medical screenings.
  • Prepares paperwork, photographs, and fingerprints; operates Live Scan machine, collects DNA and ensures entry of inmate information into computer records.
  • Secures inmates’ personal property and monies in compliance with departmental policies and procedures; secures and processes juveniles in compliance with detention policies and regulations.
  • Prepares booking and court paperwork; obtains criminal history information including warrants of other holds and updates classification or housing information as necessary.
  • Processes bail payments and paperwork for inmate release.
  • Organizes inmates for meals, medical call and other processing; escorts inmates to/from cells; maintains physical control of combative/uncooperative inmates using appropriate restrain techniques.
  • Conducts security checks of the jail facility both in person and via closed-circuit television; may inspect or search cells when required.
  • Monitors visitors entering and exiting the facility and supervises visits with inmates.
  • Prepares inmates for transportation to court appearances; assists armed sworn officers with inmates during transit to and from court.
  • Testifies in court when required.

Requirements:

  • Attention to Detail – Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products.
  • Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
  • Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability.
  • Handling Conflict – Managing interpersonally strained situations.
  • Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals.
  • Decision Making – Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner.
  • Safety Focus – Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards.
  • Must be currently employed as a detention officer in a California Type I detention facility.