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 6 is responsible for gate and perimeter security, as well as all vehicles assigned to North Facility. Ranger 6 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 contraband inspections of visitors’ purses, briefcases, case files and bags prior to their entry into the facility on a random basis.
- Persons to be contacted and items searched shall include, but are not limited to:
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- Local, state, and federal government employees
- Attorneys
- Chaplains
- Persons entering North Facility via the pedestrian/vehicle gates
- Information regarding the search shall be reported to the watch deputy and logged into the facility Daily Activity Log. This information shall include the time, name of person searched, and results of the search
- Assist with dorm searches and provide relief for various fixed positions as needed or as directed by a supervisor.
- Monitor the fuel levels and cleanliness of the facility vehicles. When conditions warrant and time permits, the vehicles will be fueled and washed at the Motor Pool.
- 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.
- Check the vehicle board in the sergeant’s office and ensure that the board accurately depicts what vehicles are present and assigned to the facility.
- Conduct security checks around the perimeter fence line of North Facility and report the results of the perimeter check to the watch deputy.
- Assist ranger 7 with inmate transports or transfers to other facilities.
- In the event that ranger 7 is not staffed, it is the responsibility of Ranger 6 to assume all of ranger 7 duties.
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.