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Pitchess Detention Center - North Facility / Chapter 2 - Organization and Functions / Section 2-01 - Duty Statements / 2-01-500 Deputy

2-01-550 Ranger 7


2-01-545 Ranger 6
2-01-555 Ranger 8

RESPONSIBLE TO:           Watch Sergeant, Field Sergeant, and Supervising Line Deputy

WORK SCHEDULE:          Seven day armed post (2300-0700; 0700-1500; 1500-2300

GENERAL DUTIES:

Ranger 7 is responsible for providing armed mobile security for North Facility. Ranger 7 shall be armed and wear the appropriate safety equipment which includes the following:

  • gun belt
    • ammunition case and ammunition
    • baton and holder
    • handcuffs and case (second pair optional)
    • keeper straps
    • key ring holder
    • knife and case (optional)
    • Oleoresin Capsicum "OC" spray canister and holder
    • radio holder
    • service firearm and holster
  • hobble restraint (optional)
  • protective vest (recommended)  

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

  • Conduct security checks around the perimeter fence line of North Facility and report the results of the perimeter check to the watch deputy.
  • Respond to requests for security checks as directed by the watch deputy or a supervisor.
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  • Ranger 7 may only leave the ranch property with the watch commander’s approval. Only one ranger unit may be off the ranch property at one time unless approved by a watch commander.
  • Assist with dorm searches and provide relief for various fixed positions as needed or as directed by a supervisor.
  • Complete a Driver’s Tour of Duty Equipment Record Sheet (SH-CR-159) at the beginning of each shift on the vehicle you will be using and turn it into the watch sergeant.
  • Conducts the transport or transfer of inmates between North Facility and other ranch facilities (e.g., medical housing, permanent housing transfers, x-rays, special program housing).
  • Conducts the transport of inmates from North Facility to other county facilities (e.g., bond releases, medical housing or treatment, expired releases).
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF EVERY DEPARTMENT MEMBER: 

All personnel are expected to assist inmates seeking available programs offered throughout the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) jail system, including Education Based Incarceration (EBI). All inmates are issued a copy of jail rules and regulations and subject to discipline for violating those rules. It is extremely important the actions of all Department members are predicated on upholding respect and professionalism, even in situations where authoritative action or force is required.