Ministry of National Security
Port of Spain
Job Description
The incumbent has the primary responsibility for maintaining order and discipline at the Centre for the safety and security of detainees.
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<ul><li>Ensures that detainees comply with the rules and regulations of the Centre by way of direct observation, patrols, surveillance devices, inspections and searches. </li><li>Monitors detainees movements within the Centre to ensure compliance with established procedures. </li><li>Transports/escorts detainees who are required to travel to and from the Centre. </li><li>Responds expeditiously to emergency situations including detainee riots, upheavals and escapes. </li><li>Conducts investigations with a view to arresting detainees who escape from the Centre.&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in allocating detainees to housing units. </li><li>Records and reports detainees grievances and explains procedures to them.</li><li>Assists with the supervision of detainee activities including visits, recreation, messing and religious activities.</li><li>Prepares and submits reports on work related activities.</li><li>Perform other related duties.&nbsp;</li></ul>
Key Competency
<ul><li>Training in Public Safety and Security or Corrections from a Protective Services Institution or any accredited institution. </li><li>&nbsp;Passing of a physical agility test and medical examination.&nbsp;Ability to function efficiently in a volatile, stressful environment. </li><li>Ability to analyse situations objectively and quickly determine the proper course of action to be taken. </li><li>&nbsp;Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. </li><li>Ability to operate radio controls, and use firearms, restraint devices and other similar paraphernalia.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Ability to perform physical activities for the control and supervision of detainees including standing, walking for long periods, lifting and/or moving heavy objects, and exerting force to subdue combative detainees. </li><li>Ability to work long hours and also at nights, on weekends and on public holidays.</li><li>Ability to ensure the confidentiality of privileged information.&nbsp;</li><li>Written and verbal communication skills at a level commensurate with the responsibilities of the position. </li><li>Basic computer literacy.&nbsp;</li></ul>