The General Crew Chief positions are responsible for supervising inmate workers as they complete custodial, laundry, or food service duties. In the absence of inmate workers, the General Crew Chief will perform these duties.

Hours for these positions depend on staffing needs at the Adult Detention Center. Hours could be 7am - 3pm or 3pm - 12am.

These positions are located at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center and are eligible for an additional $1.30 per hour for working in this location and shift differential pay is possible for working the 3pm - 12am shift.

The purpose of this classification is to perform security and manual work functions overseeing the safety and security of inmates assigned to work detail.

This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Supervises the work of inmates assigned to work detail: conducts roll calls; escorts inmates to area of assignment such as food service, laundry, and custodial operations; ensures that work is carried out safely and security is maintained; communicates to inmate workers the scheduling of daily duties and expectations; and trains workers in job functions as necessary.

May lead the workers in completing general custodial duties: cleaning and sanitizing showers; cleaning and sanitizing toilets; sweeping/mopping floors; emptying trash; cleaning staff and infirmary areas; and other areas as assigned.

May lead workers in providing food service: oversees line preparation of regular meals and special diets; supervises food delivery; ensures temperature and quality of food; supervises kitchen cleaning after meals; and oversees the collecting and cleaning of food trays.

May lead workers assigned to daily laundry exchange: supervises the exchanging of dirty uniforms, towels, underwear and socks on daily basis; and maintains documentation of exchanges and issues that may arise.

Maintains inventory needs for area assignment: ensures proper working order of required equipment; maintains appropriate levels of cleaning supplies; prepares requests for needed equipment or supplies; and writes maintenance reports for maintenance/repair needs.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by three years of experience in custodial services or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, depth, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, violence, firearms, traffic hazards, toxic agents, or rude/irate customers.