Cell Block Attendant (Provisional) BPD

Incumbents to position in this class are responsible for the enforcement of rules and regulations governing the custody, security, conduct, discipline, safety and general well-being of prisoners in a city lock-up. Incumbents, who work on an assigned shift, have considerable prisoner contact and supervision of them. The Cell Block Attendant must be alert to possibilities of emergency situations arising and exercise sound judgment when problems occur. Work is performed under the immediate supervision sworn officer with leeway for the exercise of independent judgment in dealing with day-to-day situations in the lock-up. Makes periodic rounds and supervises the movement and activities of prisoners on an assigned shift; -checks cells and corridor areas for faulty bars, gates, etc. -makes routine fire and safety checks; -monitors surveillance equipment including video and/or audio equipment; Locks and unlocks cells and access doors using mechanical and electrical devices; -maintains jail security at an assigned post; Monitors prisoners for unusual incidents or activities including violation of lock-up rules or life-threatening situations; -reports same to supervisor on shift; Mediates mi