Dustin Cope

Currently my assignment is at Austin County Sheriff's Department as a Jailer. Responsibilities I face are to:

-Pat down every arrestee thoroughly, and check their belongings to ensure they are not attempting to bring in drugs, weapons, and other contraband into the facility.

-Screen arrestee’s for medical/mental health issues and provide the gathered information to the medical/mental health section of the facility.

-Ensure all paperwork is filled out correctly in order to process individuals.

-Ensure patrol officers are free from weapons in the sally port before entering the facility.

-Conduct approved strip searches to arrestee’s who meet the requirements.

-Maintain control in the holding area before housing inmates.

-Take photos and prints of inmates and supply them to the correct agencies.

-Escorting inmates to and from court.

-Assisting with arrestees who may be intoxicated or on narcotics and cause an issue or hazard to themselves or others.

-Ensure the smooth operation of the facility.

-Assists with mail, commissary, laundry, and other activities at appropriate times.

-Assists with inmate searches and cell searches as needed to locate any and all contraband.

-Assists with inmate counts as needed. Updates and prints new count sheets, moves lists and other lists each day;

-Documents statistical data as required.

-Assists in feeding inmates as needed.

-Assists in attempting to resolve inmate requests and complaints.

-Conducts and monitors recreation as needed.

-Conducts special inmate work details when applicable.

-Responsible for taking appropriate actions for all rule infractions.

-Escorts and/or processes inmates into and out of the units as needed, and monitors inmate movement; ensures inmates arrive at court/programs on time and in appropriate attire.

-Escorts official visitors and other visitors within the building/section.

-Monitors religious services and programs that occur within the building.

-Responds to crisis situations such as fights, fire alarms, medical emergencies, etc. according to policy and procedure.

-Performs other duties as assigned.

-Write thorough reports for any incident that may occur in the facility.

• Checked equipment for safety and functionality before operating.
• Assisted in maintaining an accident-free workplace through strict adherence to safety guidelines vigilance and reporting potential hazards immediately.
• Monitored storage containers throughout site and disposed of waste material.
• Maintained clean and organized work environment, promoting a safe and efficient workspace for all employees.
• Performed general maintenance and service work to maintain the yard.
• Supported yard operations with the proper use of tools, machinery, and equipment following safety protocols.
• Stacked, loaded and unloaded materials to and from pallets, racks, and shelves.
• Operated forklift and power washer to complete assigned yard tasks.

• Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by adhering to proper procedures when using tools, chemicals, and equipment during maintenance activities.
• Maintained a clean and safe environment with regular groundskeeping tasks, including landscaping and trash removal.
• Delivered excellent customer service while interacting with customers during maintenance visits or responding to inquiries about their requests.