Correctional Officer

About the role

The Correctional Officer performs activities that create and maintain a safe and secure environment for the residents of Rice County, and general public who enter the jail facility. This position generates essential data and records for courts, administration, local, state and federal agencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the security, safety and well-being of detainees in accordance with Minnesota Department of Corrections 2911 Rules Governing Adult Detention Facilities.
• Follow State Statutes and Constitutional Standards, Rice County Sheriff’s Office and Jail Divisions policies and procedures.
• Maintains a detailed and accurate jail log electronically including but not limited to all detainee activities, court appearances, medical and dental appointments, medical problems, medication dispensed, meals ordered and received, and cell checks.
• Maintains the shift communication log sharing detailed information including but limited to detainee statuses, unit status, detainee bookings and release, safety and security concerns.
• Receives and records various fees and monies.
• Maintains open and effective communication with the courts, community corrections, probation officers, social workers, lawyers, supervisors, main jail, and detainees.
• Possesses an exceptional working knowledge of all necessary computer software programs.
• Monitors compliance with the rules and regulations governing work release detainees.
• Performs Intake, Central Control, Internal Movement (Rover), and Housing officer tasks daily.
• Affords assistance to the public with a variety of services.
• Transports detainees to/from court, medical appointments, between jurisdictions and other approved activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• This position requires a high school diploma or GED, and training beyond high school that can be obtained in one year or less, and six months of related experience, or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Associate’s degree in law enforcement or previous correctional experience preferred.

Special Conditions

• Body searches and physical contact may be required with detainees.

Benefits

• Rice County offers a complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, pension, holiday, vacation, sick leave and long-term disability insurance.
• County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Pay

Hiring Range / Union: $31.67 - $33.11 per hour / CO Union - Grade 10

Schedule

Rotating shift basis, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week