DETENTION SERVICE SUPERVISOR (TESTING)
Dallas, TX
| Employer: | Dallas County |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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This announcement serves as notification of registration for the Detention Service Supervisor (Sheriff's) Department) testing. Candidates must complete the online application in its entirety and upload all required documents for registration. If you are not registered, you will not be eligible to take the written examination. 2. Meet the minimum qualifications at the time of registration, and 3. Register at the following location only. REGISTRATION LOCATION: ONLINE ONLY HR Jobs Page REGISTRATION PERIOD: Friday, June 6, 2025 through Friday, June 20, 2025 Announcement: IRC25000928 Exam Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025 EXAM LOCATION: Sheriff's Academy - 8401 S. Polk Street, Dallas, TX 75232 Note: Candidates who do not complete an online application and submit all required documents for registration will not be eligible to take the written examination. Candidates with missing documents or have additional questions can forward inquiries and documents to Roosevelt.Harrison@dallascounty.org The following documents: 1. Sheriff's Department ID and/or current Texas Driver's License (copy of front and back). 2. A certified copy of college transcript(s), if education is going to be substituted. 3. A copy of your DD214, if military experience is going to be substituted For additional information and Study Guide Click see below link: https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/HR/sheriff_promoexam.php Supervises Detention Service Officers (DSOs) in the performance of a variety of security activities to include the control of inmates during their incarceration within the Dallas County jail system and armed transportation of inmates to designated locations. Management Scope: In the absence of the Detention Service Manager (DSM), assumes full shift supervision and when the DSM is working, the DSS acts as a lead person on the shift. Responsibilities 1. Supervises DSOs who escort inmates to and from courts, medical facilities, funeral homes and various state and local jails. 2. Supervises all aspects of security including, but not limited to, monitoring control centers, closed circuit television operations, conducting security perimeter checks, controlling the operation of each internal/external door and elevator operations. 3. Supervises the monitoring and controlling of inmates' behavior while inmates are in their cells, conducts periodic physical counts of inmates and unannounced detailed searches of inmates, cells and other jail facilities to locate and seize all types of contraband. 4. Supervises the escort of inmates during visitation while assuring that all individuals seeking to see inmates have signed in and are authorized visitors and that the inmates are returned to their cells following visitation. Ensures that inmates are escorted to and from the law library, recreation facilities, religious services and other functions. 5. Supervises the operation of fire, riot and other equipment required to rapidly respond to all types of jail emergencies. 6. Supervises the serving of meals, laundering and exchange required to rapidly respond to all types of jail emergencies. 7. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education, Experience and Training: Must have successfully maintained all State and Sheriff's Department licensing requirements, served three (3) years as a Dallas County Sheriff's Detention Service Officer (DSO) with the department and forty-five (45) hours of college from an accredited college or university with a grade "C" or better, or six (6) years as a Dallas County Sheriff's Detention Service Officer (DSO). Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, with a good driving record (no reported hazardous violations within 24 months). Must be able to meet the Sheriff Department's minimum standards required to successfully complete the Department's current firearm proficiency qualification requirements annually. Must be knowledgeable of rules and regulations of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards. Must maintain a current working knowledge of the Texas Penal Code and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and shall be proficient in the applicable laws concerning the uses of force. Must be able to obtain and maintain all State and Sheriff's Department Commissioning requirements. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Must be able to perform defense tactics against individuals. Requires one or more of the following: prolonged sitting, standing, walking, running, ascending and descending of stairs, both inside and outside. Must be able to work varied days and shift schedules, to include weekends and holidays. Potential exposure to communicable diseases. The hiring process involves successful completion of each step or your application will be rejected. The steps include Criminal History Review, Polygraph Examination, Initial Interview, Review of Personal History Statement and Documents, Physical Examination, Psychological Examination, Supervisory Interview, and Background Investigation. Documents must be presented upon request: The following are required: • Minimum Age: Must be 18 years of age. • High School Transcript or Diploma or GED Certificate or College Transcript • Texas Driver's License that has not been suspended in the past twelve months. • Vision: at least 20/70 in each eye correctable to 20/20. Normal color and peripheral vision. • Hearing: Normal hearing in both ears. • Physical Examination: Must be physically sound and free from any deficit which might adversely affect performance of duty, personal safety, or the safety of others. • Height/Weight: proportionate If applicable, the following are needed: • Certified college transcript(s) • Current marriage license • Birth Certificate Social Security Card • Divorce Decree(s) - complete decree • Military Discharge (DD-214 long form) (MALES ONLY) Selective Service Registration Card or Exemption from Registration Proof of required licenses and/or certifications for certain positions SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT - INTERNAL ONLY | |