Job Description
Salary: $20.00 Hourly
Location : Sheriff's Office Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 04376
Department: Sheriff's Office
Opening Date: 08/18/2025
Closing Date: 9/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: 105
Position Information This position is assigned to the Adult Detention Center and is for supervising inmate workers performing custodial duties, however, this position could be required to perform the duties in the absence of inmate workers. All training uniforms and equipment for the job will be provided. Employees of the Adult Detention Center are eligible for an additional $1.30 per hour Detention Pay as well as access to free parking and staff dining for free meals during their work shifts. Shift differential pay is also available if working an eligible shift.
Essential Functions 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.
Assist with doing laundry
Uses and monitors appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by six months of experience in custodial services.
Licenses and Certifications Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License
Physical Abilities 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.
EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Advanced Degree
- None of the above
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How many years of experience do you have in custodial services?
- No experience
- Less than one year of experience
- One to three years of experience
- Three to five years of experience
- More than five years of experience
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Please describe your experience in custodial services. Enter N/A if not applicable.
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In this position, you may have to work with inmates to assist in completing the work. Are you willing and able to perform this function?
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Have you ever been employed in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution and if so where (name of institution, city and state)? Enter N/A if not applicable.
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Do you have previous experience supervising inmates assigned to work detail?
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Describe your experience supervising the work of inmates assigned to work detail. Include where you worked and your duties. Enter N/A if not applicable.
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Have you ever engaged in or were accused of sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution?
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Have you ever sold, traded or given away illegal drugs?
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If "yes" list type of drug and whether it was sold, traded or given away along with number of times. (enter N/A if not applicable)
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Have you ever used marijuana or hashish in any form?
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If "yes", list the date, month, year, and age of last use. Enter N/A if not applicable.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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The elements for the selection process for all non-sworn applicants could include one or more of the following elements: written examination, skills testing, oral interview, medical examination and drug screening. A background investigation will also be conducted. This investigation will include a current check on the applicant's credit, criminal and driver history. All information provided in the application will be verified. Personal or verbal contact will be made with all reference supplied by the applicant and/or other sources. The applicant will be required to provide written explanations for any issues in questions brought forth during the background investigation.
- I AGREE to the terms stated.
- I DO NOT AGREE to the terms stated.
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Elements and Duration of Selection Process and Reapplication Policy 31.1.4 The duration of the selection process will vary by applicant due to availability for appointments and other factors. The average time period for completion of all elements of the background process is approximately three months. Reapplication by any applicant previously removed from the process will be taken on a case by case basis specific to each applicant's situation and past reason for removal. I hereby acknowledge that if I elect to continue in the application process, all elements will be subject to Cobb County Sheriff's Office's Hiring Standards.
- I agree to the terms stated.
- I DO NOT agree to the terms stated.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Shift work,