What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sheriff's Detention Sergeant (Internal Sheriff's Office applicants only) position at Hennepin County, MN?
Salary : $73,028.05 - $109,542.08 Annually
Location : Downtown Minneapolis
Job Type : Full-time
Job Number : 25SHRF718MKX003
Department : Sheriff's Office
Division : Adult Detention Operations
Opening Date : 01 / 24 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Description
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Detention Sergeant to work in the Adult Detention Division (ADD). The Detention Sergeant will supervise and direct the work of deputies and support staff assigned to the Hennepin County Jail.
Location and hours :
This position is at the Hennepin County Public Safety Facility located in downtown Minneapolis at 401 South 4th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415. This position requires working a flexible schedule including days, evenings, overnights, on-call, weekends, holidays, and requires being on call 24 hours / day, 7 days / week, and 365 days / year.
About the position type :
This is full-time, benefit earning position. You must be a of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office to apply for this position. Limited duration employees are not eligible.
This position is internally classified as a Sheriff Detention Sergeant. Click to view the job classification specification.
In this position, you will :
- Supervise, coordinate, and direct the work of deputies and support staff assigned to the county jail.
- Monitor and evaluate current staff members; determine staffing needs and prepare daily work assignment schedule; develop and implement formal and on-the-job training programs for all jail staff.
- Supervise inmate population including verifying daily inmate count for the ADD; monitor health and welfare of all segregated inmates; review special needs of inmates (i.e. physical or mental health issues, behavioral issues, and / or safety issues) and respond appropriately.
- Review staff reports, logs, and behavior sheets for inmate information; investigate inmate rules violations and determine recommendations for the resolution of issues.
- Lead and direct jail staff in response to emergency situations.
- Maintain discipline and morale; recommend disciplinary action and commendations.
- Provide leadership to further department-based strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity & inclusion.
Need to have :
Nice to have :
Reviewing inmate violations and developing a course of action / discipline.
About the department :
The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office serves the county's 1.2 million residents. State law mandates most of the sheriff's office duties, including managing the county jail, providing security to the district court, and patrolling the waterways in the county.
The Sheriff's Office also runs specialized initiatives like Criminal Information Sharing and Analysis (CISA), Violent Offender Task Force (VOTF), Crime Scene Investigation, Criminal Investigation, Community Outreach and Employee Wellness. The mission of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is : Providing quality professional services while building meaningful relationships that are sustainable within our communities, and with our partners, to ensure justice and safety for all.
About Hennepin County :
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goalsthat Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.
Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as Employee).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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The list created from this job announcement will be used to fill future Detention Sergeant vacancies.
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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and / or a criminal background check.
If you have any questions, please contact :
Mai Xiong
Mai.Xiong@hennepin.us
hcpromo
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including :
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Visit our benefits page to learn more : bridge.hennepin.us / eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation / Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and / or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
Are you a of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office?
Note : Limited duration employees are not eligible.
This position requires :
Are you able and willing to meet these requirements?
How many years of experience do you have working as a Detention Deputy and / or corrections officer?
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How many years of experience do you have within the Hennepin County Adult Detention Division?
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Salary : $73,028 - $109,542
