Custody Assistant

[gtitim]

Received a letter for interview for custody assistant at my local cop shop. anyone in the know could they give me a few pointers, tips etc for the interview?

Currently working as a Prisoner Custody Officer at a privately run prison, so used to dealing with prisoners, control and restraaint, shift work etc etc.

Any help would be muchly appreciated as this job means a hell of a lot to me.

[Chrispy Porker]

You sound like you have good experience that will help.

Our force have a work related test where a 'Mr Angry' rings up enquiring about someone in custody. It tests your phone manner under pressure and attention to detail ( he will mention medication ).

You will probably be interviewed by an experienced custody assistant/ custody Sgt. BE YOURSELF. They will not be inpressed by bullsh*t/war stories !
Wear a suit.


edit to add: IT skills may be asked about. NSPIS custody, livescan print etc etc. It's not rocket science but it pays to be aware.

Good Luck.

Edited by Chrispy Porker on Saturday 21st July 14:01

[gtitim]

Thanks for that. I shall do some research. Familiar with the prison IT systems - LIDS and IMS, have had experience with the biometric fingerprinting, some of the paperwork, welfare checks, suicide and self harm checks etc, shall be wearing a suit no question.

[wasted years]

Good man! And good luck.

[Fort Jefferson]

gtitim said:

Currently working as a Prisoner Custody Officer at a privately run prison,

I'd love a job like this, because the customer is always wrong.

[gtitim]

Fort Jefferson said:

I'd love a job like this, because the customer is always wrong.

Doesnt feel that way where i work. Not enough management support, too many right and rules. has its moments though!!!

[sospan]

Make note of the Data Protection Act Too!
Show an appreciation for being careful about what info you give out over the phone etc
I work for police and this is drummed into us.
Overall security issues and safety of everyone also plays a part.
Show the ability to follow procedures too.
But .... be yourself.