Specifications include, but are not limited to: A. Electronic Intrusion System (EIS) – Officer is responsible for visually monitoring an electronic system that has sensors mounted to a fence that detects encroachment by a person attempting to climb, cut or tamper with the fence. Sensors are connected to a computer that records all detections, gives an alarm and displays the location of the intrusion. Officers assigned to this post will be responsible for properly communicating any potential threats based on the alert. B. Roving Patrol - Perimeter Patrol Vehicle (PPV) - A motor vehicle equipped with radio communication driven by an armed Officer who detects and deters escapes and intrusions around the circumference or outside of the fence line. The Officer is responsible for responding with deadly force, if necessary, to threats of that may occur at or near the perimeter fence. C. Search Persons/Property – Staff assigned to gatehouse operations will be responsible for searching all persons and property for unauthorized items and to maintain safety and security by utilizing walk-thru and handheld metal detection. Officers will also be responsible for conducting routine searches (pat/frisk), as defined in DPS Prisons Policy and Procedures, of all persons entering the facility. D. Issuance of Weapons, Keys and Equipment - Staff assigned to gatehouse operations will be responsible for the issuance and accountability of duty weapons/ammunition, keys (vehicle/gate) and any security related equipment issued from the gatehouse. E. Tower – Staff assigned to tower operations will be responsible for maintaining sightline of the perimeter fence and the offender population within the perimeter fence. This staff will be required to use deadly force to prevent the escape of felon offenders.
