Corrections Officer I or II

About the Role

Beltrami County is creating an eligibility list for the position of Corrections Officer II and Corrections Officer I (Training Program). There are currently multiple openings with both full-time and part-time schedules available which are considered permanent, benefited positions. The successful full-time applicants will work seven (7) twelve (12) hour shifts in a two week period. Females are encouraged to apply. This position requires performance of duties for which female gender has been determined to be a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) under applicable law.

Corrections Officer I (Training Program) candidates will participate in an extensive training program designed to qualify them for the position of Corrections Officer II upon the successful completion of the training and one year of employment. Performs intermediate protective service and human support work overseeing care and security of inmates at the Beltrami County Jail, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Corrections Sergeant.

Pay

• Corrections Officer II preferred hiring range: $29.30 to $32.02 per hour with a full range of $29.30 to $37.12 per hour
• Corrections Officer I preferred hiring range: $27.65 to $30.20 per hour with a full range of $27.65 to $35.02 per hour
• Placement depends on factors such as qualifications, internal equity, market conditions, and applicable policy guidelines

Minimum Qualifications

Corrections Officer II: Two years of post-secondary education in any discipline and Valid MN Driver's License

Corrections Officer I (Training Program): High School Diploma or GED and Two years of full-time work experience in any occupation and Valid MN Driver's License

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the control and supervision of inmates; safeguards inmates; ensure inmates are accounted for; solves disagreements; enforces jail rules; disciplines inmates; conducts daily and random inspections of housing
• Assists inmates with medical needs; accounts for and provides prescribed medications; monitors various medical conditions for status; assesses medical situations for emergency status; provides first aid
• Maintains jail security; responds to inmate questions and concerns; opens and closes doors electronically; monitors multiple cameras; assists public in non-secure areas; monitor inmate programs; listen to and respond to radio traffic verify meal counts and supervise meal distribution; assist in transporting inmates to other facilities
• Completes booking process; searches inmates for weapons and contraband upon admittance; open and manage inmate financial accounts; fingerprint; release inmates as directed
• Performs as Field Training Officer; assists in training new hires; report on progress of trainees; assists in update of field training modules

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of the security, rules, regulations and procedures of the institution
• General knowledge of the practices related to the supervision and care of inmates
• General knowledge of jail medical protocols
• General knowledge of the use of law enforcement equipment, and jail monitoring equipment
• General knowledge of standard and specialized software
• Ability to enforce institutional rules firmly and fairly
• Ability to detect potential behavior problems of inmates
• Ability to detect the early symptoms of common health problems
• Ability to exercise tact and judgment in handling visitors of the court and in maintaining the behavior of inmates
• Ability to carry out oral and written directions accurately
• Ability to supervise the activities of large groups of inmates
• Ability to prepare records and reports
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, inmates and the general public

Physical Requirements

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force
• Work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires sitting and occasionally requires standing, walking, using hands and fingers, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting
• Work requires close vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception and peripheral vision
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound
• Work requires visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities
• Work occasionally requires exposure to fumes or airborne particles and exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic)

Special Requirements

• First Aid / CPR / AED / Oxygen Delivery certification required within six months of hire
• On-going training in first aid, Taser / OC / Defensive Tactics emergency procedures, health policy, and OSHA / Blood Borne Pathogens required
• Job offer contingent upon successfully passing a background check, drug screening, psychological exam and physical

Benefits

There are a wide variety of benefits available to Beltrami county employees. Visit the Employee Benefits Summary under our website's Careers menu for more information.

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